Your car's 12-volt battery is one of its most vital components. It's responsible for sending electricity to the starter motor, which, in turn, sends power to the ignition system and cranks the engine.

Rivian recently faced a flurry of dying 12-volt batteries on its vehicles, last time because of a botched software update. This must have caused the EV startup a lot of money because it decided to ...

There’s only one way to answer the question, “Is it my battery, or something else” when your car won’t start: Hook up the best car battery tester and get a readout of what’s going on. Skip the ...

Many wondered if you could jumpstart the Cybertruck in case the battery depletes completely, given its 48-volt system. The owner's manual offers the answer to this question and many others, proving a ...

The Cadillac Lyriq is the brand’s first all-electric production vehicle, offering high-end luxury, a sleek design, and an emissions-free driving experience. However, like most modern vehicles, the ...

Follow this step-by-step guide to using jumper cables By Jeff S. Bartlett Every drive begins with a 12-volt battery starting ...

Extreme heat can damage 12-volt car batteries in a number of ways, including causing electrolyte evaporation, corrosion, and ...

All-electric vehicles like the Chevy Equinox EV offer a number of benefits over ICE-powered vehicles, but if the onboard 12-volt battery dies, accessing the cabin could prove tricky. This is due to ...

Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Is your car battery more than 3 years old? It could be on the verge ...

In this report, we’re testing Topdon’s new V4500 Plus jump-starter on a 12-volt battery that is beyond dead. The product test actually is a precursor to the formal reintroduction of “Project Black ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Electrical diagnostic work is one of the most challenging parts of automotive repair. It can be incredibly daunting for beginners or DIY ...

The old-fashioned 12-volt lead acid battery hasn't changed much since the mid-1950s. Now it's getting a makeover to handle a host of new responsibilities in electrified, automated and software-defined ...