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 ...

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.

You see them everywhere you go, but it’s still good to know the subtle nuances around what a BEV is and isn’t. Battery-electric vehicles, or BEVs, are increasingly all over the place. Heck, the ...

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.

As bitterly cold weather settles into central Indiana, local mechanics say frigid temperatures can create a wave of car trouble, especially for drivers with older batteries and worn tires.

There's no greater disappointment then getting ready for a night on the town, or packing up your car for a nice trip, and your car battery is dead. Next comes the question: is my car battery at the ...

Before heading out on vacation, some drivers remove their car battery to stop it from draining by the time they return. But is that actually necessary? It depends on your battery and how long you'll ...

If you've been driving long enough, this scenario might sound familiar: You get into your car, turn on the ignition, and then... nothing. Your battery is dead, and you're probably going to be late.

When on the road, it can be scary when something goes wrong with your car — from electrical to mechanical issues to running out of gas. However, the car's battery dying while in the middle of a ...

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 ...