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 ...

There's no greater disappointment then getting ready for a night on the town, or packing up your car for a nice trip, and your car battery is dead. Next comes the question: is my car battery at the ...

Picture this. You're ready to drive around town in your hybrid car and realize you left the headlights on — oops. This could mean a couple of things, but there's a pretty good chance that the battery ...

You're living life on the edge if you're driving around without a portable jump starter in your vehicle. Even if you've got a brand-new car and/or a battery, there's always the risk of your engine not ...

When it comes to the topic of jump starting your car battery, you have a range of options at your disposal. A jump starter kit is typically the most surefire way to get your battery going, while many ...

As you age, you might think low-impact exercise is the safest route for long-term health. But according to leading physiologist Dr Stacy Sims, this mindset could be holding women back. In fact, ...

A lot of people resolve to exercise more in the new year. But jump-starting your workout routine can be challenging if you've been sitting on the couch for a while. It can seem like a daunting task.

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If you’ve ever been stranded with a dead car battery, you know how frustrating it can be—especially if you can’t find a friendly face to give you a jump. Whether winter’s low temperatures have drained ...

As colder months sneak up on us, now is the time to prepare for a potential dead car battery. A portable jump starter provides peace of mind – they’re small, portable batteries you can often fit right ...

Mary Cunningham is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch. Before joining the business and finance vertical, she worked at "60 Minutes," CBSNews.com and CBS News 24/7 as part of the CBS News Associate Program.