Honda Is Developing a System That Charges EVs While They Drive
Honda plans to begin testing wireless charging technology for electric vehicles on the move later this year.
Car Won’t Start When Temperatures Drop? 4 Battery Checks Every Driver Should Make in October
A few simple battery checks in October can help prevent cold-weather starting problems when winter temperatures arrive.
BYD Patents a Battery That Is Cooled by Literally Submerging It in Liquid
A new BYD patent describes a battery architecture that uses dielectric fluid to cool battery modules while keeping electrical components dry.
3 Signs Your Car Battery Is About to Die — And the Warning Signs Drivers Often Miss
A failing car battery rarely dies without warning, and these three signs can give drivers time to act before getting stranded.
Americans Are Finding Out How Much It Costs to Replace a Hybrid Battery in a Modern Toyota
A Toyota hybrid battery can cost as much as $4,500 to replace, depending on the model and battery type.
Most Drivers Ignore This When Buying a Car Battery—and It Can Cause Problems
Choosing a replacement car battery requires attention to detail, because even one incorrect specification can cause major installation problems.
Can Charging Your Phone in the Car Really Kill the Battery
Charging your phone the wrong way can affect more than just your smartphone—it can also put a strain on your car.
Geely Solid-State Batteries With 500 Wh/kg Density Will Hit the Road in 2027
Geely plans to begin pilot testing solid-state batteries in vehicles from Zeekr, Volvo, and Polestar in 2027.
Can You Restore a Car Battery? Here's What Actually Works—and What Doesn't
When a car battery starts failing, many drivers wonder if it can be brought back to life instead of replaced.
Auto Electrician Explains Why You Should Only Use the Battery Recommended by Your Vehicle's Manufacturer
Choosing the wrong replacement battery can shorten its lifespan and create electrical problems that may not appear immediately.
Many Americans Don't Know the Right Way to Charge a Car Battery at Home
A vehicle's battery is normally charged by the alternator, but in some situations it needs to be recharged at home.
How to Properly Connect Jumper Cables to Jump-Start a Car
Reversing polarity or causing a voltage spike can instantly damage sensitive electronic control modules.
How to Double Your Car Battery Life: 4 Tips That Actually Work
Most car batteries die within four years, but simple habits can stretch that to eight. Here’s what experienced drivers do differently.
Solid-State Batteries Get a Boost With New Gel Electrolyte Promising Up to 1,000 Miles of Range
Researchers have developed a new gel electrolyte that could help future EVs travel farther.
CATL Sets Its Sights on Batteries With Gasoline-Like Energy Density
The battery giant believes lithium-air technology could become the next major breakthrough after lithium-ion and solid-state cells.