What to do when your car won't start on a freezing morning.

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

A dead car battery can ruin your day, but jump starting your car is one of the simplest fixes you can do yourself. Whether you left your lights on overnight or your battery finally gave up after years ...

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You turn the key and nothing happens. The thermometer reads 10°F and your dashboard is dead black. Your battery is either ...

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

Jump-starting a car is easier than you think, and you can do it safely with the right steps. All you need is a pair of jumper cables and a working car to help you out. If you’re trying this for the ...

Loose or corroded battery terminals restrict electrical power from reaching the rest of the vehicle, making it difficult to start even with a jump. Remove the cables from the terminals and clean them ...

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 ...