The process is similar to boosting the battery of a gas-powered vehicle, but with a few key exceptions and precautions.

You can jump-start a dead car battery by using jumper cables to connect its terminals to the terminals of a functioning car battery or a standalone jump starter kit. However, if you don’t know how to ...

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 ...

Jump-starting a car is easier than you think, and you can do it safely with the right steps. All you need is a pair of jumper cables and a working car to help you out. If you’re trying this for the ...

You turn the key and nothing happens. The thermometer reads 10°F and your dashboard is dead black. Your battery is either ...

One of the most useful tools for your safety and peace of mind while driving a vehicle is a portable jump starter. It wasn’t that far in the past that if you went to start your car and found the ...

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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Kramer covers golf and luxury technology. Someone recently showed me a portable, self-functioning car battery charger, while ...