Cold weather kills car batteries fast. If yours is 3+ years old, watch for these warning signs before you're stranded. Here's how to spot a failing battery ...

The average car battery has a lifespan of about three to five years. Proper maintenance and care can make a big difference if you know what you're doing.

Other warning signs include any corrosion or white or grey deposits around the battery's terminal, which should be cleaned ...

When temperatures plunge, the same cold that stiffens your fingers can quietly cripple the battery under your hood. Chemical ...

Batteries need to work in harsh conditions and last a long time, but these are five of the worst-performing batteries, according to Consumer Reports testing.

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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

“This battery monitor reports to my phone as soon as I get into Bluetooth range.” The Ancel 12V Car Battery Tester is $24, $16 off its $40 list price. That’s a sizable discount on a device that could ...