Writer and occasional reluctant perpetrator of engine swaps, James O'Neil is a malaise era enthusiast and also fascinated by the many ways the auto industry has since recovered from those dark days.

Automotive technology has advanced at ludicrous speed, yet modern automobiles still use battery technology that originated in the early 1900s. We should clarify we’re not referring to the battery ...

Car batteries rely on a chemical reaction to start vehicles. The age of your battery plays a huge role in its voltage and ability to start a vehicle in lower temperatures. Winter is almost here, and ...

Learn the function of a car battery and how to keep it operational. Metro News Service photo Learn the function of a car battery and how to keep it operational. Metro News Service photo Vehicles ...

. It provides the necessary power to start the engine and supports electrical systems like the lights, radio, and climate control. However, batteries do not last forever, and knowing when to replace ...