In theory a battery like this should allow your car to sit for a month, providing there is no abnormal parasitic drain. John Paul is AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor.

A healthy car battery will read approximately 12.6 volts or higher when the car is off. If it’s between 12.4 and 12.6 volts, the battery is partially charged but still functional.

Cold weather can cause your car to work ten times harder, and in worst-case scenarios, your battery can die. But don’t fret—as long as you have a set of jumper cables and a friend with a ...

Here are the basic steps to testing a car battery: Safety First: Make sure the car is turned off, and wear safety glasses and gloves to protect yourself from any acid or electrical issues. V isual ...