Discover 5 best car batteries for cold weather, key specs, and tips to prevent winter no-starts, helping drivers choose long-lasting car batteries in cold climates.

Drivers who want a car battery that truly lasts look closely at what Consumer Reports finds in its long-term testing. I focus here on five specific models that stand out for lifespan, reliability, and ...

The battery packs of electric vehicles are quite resilient; the lithium-ion type used in most modern EVs can last at least a ...

If your battery is dying on you, the cause might be what's known as parasitic drain. Here's what it is, how it happens, and ...

You try to turn on your car, and it just won’t start. Maybe the dashboard doesn’t even light up. A likely cause: The 12-volt battery is dead. All cars lose a little battery power when parked. If you ...

Electric cars have soared in popularity in the wake of high gasoline prices. While improvements in vehicle battery technology ...

Writer and occasional reluctant perpetrator of engine swaps, James O'Neil is a malaise era enthusiast and also fascinated by the many ways the auto industry has since recovered from those dark days.

Your car's battery is an essential component that many drivers simply don't think about much, but some simple steps can help ...

The Topdon BT200 Battery and Charging System Tester showed up at exactly the right time. I’ve gotten a couple of sporadic check engine lights from a low-voltage code with no noticeable difficulty ...

Car batteries typically last between 3 to 5 years, with 3-4 years being the average for standard lead-acid batteries. Wh ...

You're running late, your car won't start, and you're standing there with jumper cables and a charger wondering –– do I have to disconnect the battery before I juice it up? The short answer is no, you ...