The metal body acts as the wire that connects the ground back to the negative terminal of the battery. This diagram shows the approach: The light is on because the two grounds are connected by the ...

The activation process for the hydrogel droplet power unit. Left, before the battery is activated, an insulating lipid prevents ion flux between the droplets. Right: The power source is activated ...

Maintaining a vehicle goes beyond regular cleaning and filling up gas. To keep it running smoothly and avoid expensive ...

Apple reportedly teamed up with a Chinese automaker to develop a battery for its car, which ultimately never saw the light of ...

Car battery shopping has to be one of the least exciting parts about owning a car. Usually, it comes after several attempts at starting the vehicle, or after you had to call AAA to jump a dead ...

Sooner or later, most drivers encounter the inevitable inconvenience of a dead car battery. You don’t need to be an expert auto mechanic to know that without a running battery, your car won’t start.

Perfect for emergencies, this compact tool can fit in your car or charge up in your garage so you can adjust your battery ...

Batteries charged at the lower voltage met BCI voltage standards for a fully charged battery. The Duracell 51R is part of the Car Batteries test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests ...

There are many causes for battery drain. Your car’s battery could lose charge if the car is kept parked for too long. This is true for all cars, whether they are petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric.

Keeping a portable power station on hand can bring peace of mind during emergencies, like big storms, but are you also prepared for those upcoming road trips and fall adventures? If you're ...

Winter is the toughest time of the year for your car’s battery, so having a good battery charger ready to go when a helping hand is needed is a worthwhile precaution. Today’s electronics ...

Based on the diagram you see above, the hybrid system uses a 120V lithium ion battery that doesn't appear to be much larger than a regular 12V car battery. Electric assist comes from a 15kW motor ...