First, let’s go over the correct steps for jump-starting. I want to tell you that just following the "standard procedure" you see online step by step is not enough; during my first attempt, I missed ...

Follow this step-by-step guide to using jumper cables By Jeff S. Bartlett Every drive begins with a 12-volt battery starting the car, even in electric vehicles. Without that essential spark, the trip ...

A dead car battery can ruin your day, but jump starting your car is one of the simplest fixes you can do yourself. Whether you left your lights on overnight or your battery finally gave up after years ...

With temperatures falling to the lowest point in a generation, here are some tips on the proper way to jump-start a car with a dead battery, courtesy of the travel club AAA: For starters, position the ...

Well, shoot. Your car battery went dead. Fortunately, a knight of the road came by and gave you a jump, so now the engine's back on again. That means your alternator is on, too, which should be ...