Modern car batteries are typically sealed and maintenance-free, but extreme heat can shorten their lifespan. It is crucial for vehicle owners to address any open safety recalls, which can be checked ...

The process is similar to boosting the battery of a gas-powered vehicle, but with a few key exceptions and precautions.

Attach the jump starter’s red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on the battery and the black cable to an unpainted metal surface on the engine bay. Turn on the jump starter per the ...

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 ...

It's something most drivers will likely deal with at some point: you put your key in the ignition and turn it, only for the engine to struggle to start or not make a sound at all. In many cases, this ...

A deep freeze that gripped Ohio brought dangerously cold temperatures and led to school closures throughout the state. It didn't do any favors for your car battery, either. Cold weather might reduce ...

The most important part of car maintenance is regular oil changes. Maintaining your car helps keep you safe and increases the car’s lifespan. Regularly checking your car’s lights, tires, fluids and ...

Motorists have been warned not to get caught out by the "flat battery blues" on Monday as thousands of cars are started for the first time since before Christmas. Many of those returning to work today ...