After several years of playing second fiddle to electric vehicles, hybrids are experiencing renewed interest thanks to lower ...

A jump start uses a working battery to supply enough current for the starter motor, then lets the alternator recharge the flat battery once the engine runs. The risks come from sparks, incorrect ...

If your car battery is dead, you can jump start it with jumper cables and a second working vehicle. First, correctly identify the battery terminals and then, connect jumper cables in the right order.

Loose or corroded battery terminals restrict electrical power from reaching the rest of the vehicle, making it difficult to start even with a jump. Remove the cables from the terminals and clean them ...