We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. The alternator is a device that keeps your car’s electrical system running once the engine is on. It’s essentially ...

First, let’s talk about why car batteries die. There are actually several reasons. Sometimes, after we park and turn off the engine, we forget to turn off the headlights or the radio, and these ...

Hybrid vehicles have become the bridge between gasoline and electric power, offering efficiency, quiet operation, and reduced ...

The chances of being caught stranded are practically non-existent if you have a reliable jump starter. Here are the very best ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Along with better battery life, all three iPhone 17 variants also charge faster than last year's iPhone 16 series. Faster charging is ...

Coil packs play a pivotal role in your vehicle's ignition system, but what exactly are they, and how do they work? Here's what you need to know.

Not all cars are meant to be driven every day. If you own a special vehicle, such as a classic or sports car, you probably keep it tucked away somewhere until you're in the mood to take it for a spin.

In this video, we use a 60,000 psi waterjet cutter to cut open a car battery and an alternator. The contents of the car battery reveal unexpected insights, and the cutting of the alternator highlights ...

Did you just get an iPhone 17 or iPhone Air? This new iOS feature has the potential to extend your battery, even in a few older models, too. Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is ...

We hesitate to call the solid-state battery the Holy Grail of EVs, since the Holy Grail, according to the story, is never actually obtained by humans. Still, solid-state batteries look very promising.