The old-fashioned 12-volt lead acid battery hasn't changed much since the mid-1950s. Now it's getting a makeover to handle a host of new responsibilities in electrified, automated and software-defined ...

The refreshed Tesla Model S and Model X include a huge number of new technologies, features and solutions. One of them is the all-new lithium-ion 12V auxiliary battery, which replaces a conventional ...

Manufacturers are investing huge sums into battery technology to maximize the range and performance of new electric cars. However, if you pop the hood of a modern EV, you might find a regular old ...

Whenever a bad story emerges, automakers either take a long time to answer or do not answer at all. Tesla already killed its PR department. Volkswagen still has a robust one, but it did not answer our ...

“It’s loaded with safety features and is a quality product.” ...

GMC Hummer EV owners should take care when closing the Hummer EV’s doors if the vehicle loses 12V battery power. That includes if the Hummer EV’s 12V battery is no longer holding a charge, or if it ...

The Cadillac Celestiq is the luxury marque’s range-topping all-electric halo sedan, serving up the very best that a modern Cadillac can offer. While the Celestiq is motivated by a cutting-edge EV ...

Rivian is charging customers a not-insignificant amount of money to replace the 12-volt batteries, and they have no alternative but to pay. Rivian threatens to void the warranty if owners purchase an ...

A Texas owner’s 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane Limited is dead at 3,728 miles—twice. Despite two battery replacements, the dealer ...