Follow this step-by-step guide to using jumper cables By Jeff S. Bartlett Every drive begins with a 12-volt battery starting the car, even in electric vehicles. Without that essential spark, the trip ...

Make sure you know what your positive (+) and negative (-) battery terminals are, as the jumper cables will have to attach to them. Jumper cables are red and black for a reason. The black wire ...

Dead batteries don't care if you're late for work or headed to a weekend Cars & Coffee. They'll leave you stranded all the same. That's why a reliable jump starter isn't just a handy gadget; it's a ...

Whether you have a push mower, a riding lawn mower, or a lawn tractor, many of their engines are powered by batteries. And the batteries are similar to automobile batteries except they are smaller, ...

You’ve heard the horror stories. Maybe you’ve even experienced that dreaded "click-click" yourself. It's a situation auto enthusiasts know all too well, but there's a handy device that’ll provide a ...

Picture this. You're ready to drive around town in your hybrid car and realize you left the headlights on — oops. This could mean a couple of things, but there's a pretty good chance that the battery ...

Well, shoot. Your car battery went dead. Fortunately, a knight of the road came by and gave you a jump, so now the engine's back on again. That means your alternator is on, too, which should be ...

Hybrid vehicles have become a popular and reliable option for drivers wanting both fuel-efficiency and eco-friendly choices. Combining a traditional engine with an electric motor and battery, hybrids ...