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 ...

The sticker shock facing some Tesla owners is no longer about the purchase price, but the cost of keeping an aging electric car on the road. In extreme cases, a high-mileage Model S now faces a ...

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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 ...

Your car won't start for the second day in a row. You ask your neighbor for a jump (again) and head off to work — late, of course. You come to the conclusion that it has to be the battery or the ...

Car batteries typically last 3-5 years and are crucial for powering vehicle systems. Extreme heat can shorten battery life, and Michigan summers pose a risk. While car batteries are more likely die in ...

Not all cars are meant to be driven every day. If you own a special vehicle, such as a classic or sports car, you probably keep it tucked away somewhere until you're in the mood to take it for a spin.

Your car battery has to work harder in frigid Ohio temperatures. Here's why it happens, how to avoid battery issues, and how ...

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 ...