Automotive technology has advanced at ludicrous speed, yet modern automobiles still use battery technology that originated in the early 1900s. We should clarify we’re not referring to the battery ...

Noah is a long-time writer, editor, website developer, and creative based in the United States and currently focused on automotive writing. Electric and hybrid powertrains and battery specifications ...

To help our members make a smart decision about replacing their car battery, Consumer Reports tests more than 100 individual car batteries in our lab every year. And not just once—in fact, we test ...

Writer and occasional reluctant perpetrator of engine swaps, James O'Neil is a malaise era enthusiast and also fascinated by the many ways the auto industry has since recovered from those dark days.

Your car only starts reliably because two electrical workhorses share the load. The battery delivers instant power on demand, ...

Knowing what your car’s warranties cover comes in handy when vital parts like your battery die. The good news is that there are options available to cover all or part of the expense when you need a ...

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.

If you’re here, you’re probably part of one of two camps: Either (A), you need to store your car over the winter without the battery going flat, or (B), you need to store your car for even longer than ...

️ Editor's note: This article was updated with new information in December 2025. Dead batteries are a predictable reality for any car that spends more time parked than driven. Battery discharge does ...

Portable car battery jump starters can be essential in case of a battery emergency. If your car refuses to start from a weak or dead battery, these compact devices can jump-start your car wherever you ...