There’s only one way to answer the question, “Is it my battery, or something else” when your car won’t start: Hook up the best car battery tester and get a readout of what’s going on. Skip the ...

Motorists have been warned not to get caught out by the "flat battery blues" on Monday as thousands of cars are started for the first time since before Christmas. Many of those returning to work today ...

A: When it comes to vehicles, there are no truly watertight seals on every opening. Doors have drains that allow water that gets in between the glass and door to drain. The sunroof also has drains ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Car batteries tend to die at the most inconvenient moments, so periodic testing is the best way to avoid these troubles. Knowing what causes repeated battery failures can help you stay ahead of the ...

Car batteries rely on a chemical reaction to start vehicles. The age of your battery plays a huge role in its voltage and ability to start a vehicle in lower temperatures. Winter is almost here, and ...

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 ...

Many motorists will need their car batteries replaced this January, experts say. (Getty Images) Motorists have been warned not to get caught out by the "flat battery blues" on Monday as thousands of ...