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A car battery is a crucial component that plays a vital role in the operation of a vehicle. Its primary function is to provide electrical energy to start the engine and power various electrical ...

The Topdon BT200 Battery and Charging System Tester showed up at exactly the right time. I’ve gotten a couple of sporadic check engine lights from a low-voltage code with no noticeable difficulty ...

Your car’s battery might seem like a “set it and forget it” part, but when it fails, it can leave you stranded, potentially costing you hundreds of dollars in tow fees or a visit to the mechanic to ...

My “unicorn” Volvo V90 plug-in hybrid wagon is almost four years old. Here’s how healthy its high-voltage battery is.

One of the downsides of owning an EV is that you know your battery is degrading over time, but, you can't really know how much. There are ways to arrive at estimates, but until now, there hasn't been ...

These are the best car batteries for cold weather, based on Consumer Reports' extensive tests. Plus, expert advice on car ...

LFP cells usually last longer than their NMC/NCA counterparts, thanks to a lower nominal voltage. Common wisdom suggests LFP cells can be charged frequently to 100% without experiencing significant ...