Why does the EV9 not charge its 12V battery to a full 14.4V when plugged into a Level 2 charger? This owner's ordeal exposes ...

An electric vehicle’s largest, most important and most expensive component is its high-voltage battery pack. Many newer bespoke EVs are built around their battery pack, and some have even incorporated ...

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 ...

Most people don’t realize an electric vehicle (EV) needs, or even has, a conventional 12-volt battery. They’re rarely talked about, but they should be! An EV’s 12-volt battery is just as essential as ...

Auxiliary battery drain is a fairly common issue on some electric vehicles, unfortunately, and the Toyota bZ4X – and likely its Subaru Solterra twin – may be a part of this club. While having a bZ4X ...

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 ...

Rivian owners have designed an adapter kit to replace the proprietary 12-volt lead-acid batteries in their vehicles with cheaper, off-the-shelf parts. A complementary solution could also allow keeping ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Big tires, small tires, overland rigs, and even a basketball; I tested them all to find inflators I'd actually use myself.

Tesla replaced the lead-acid low-voltage battery in its vehicles with a Li-ion counterpart in 2021. However, these batteries used NMC chemistry, thus having a higher voltage of 16 volts. The newer ...