Any time you hit the road, whether you’re taking a short or long trip, it’s a good idea to have backups handy. A spare or backup tire, some anti-freeze, windshield wash fluid, a road hazard kit, and, ...

Grab a $50 car jump starter and throw it in your trunk for when an emergency comes up. You'll be glad you did.

A dead car battery is frustrating, especially when you're short on time. It can also be dangerous, depending on where you've broken down. What's worse is relying on others for jumper cables isn’t ...

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Portable jump starters have proven themselves invaluable, replicating the functionality of old-school jumper cables while adding other features and being easier to carry as well. If there’s one catch ...

Portable car battery jump starters can be essential in case of a battery emergency. If your car refuses to start from a weak or dead battery, these compact devices can jump-start your car wherever you ...

I’ve been writing about cars, car accessories, and car electronics for more than 30 years and have owned almost a dozen cars over that time. Half of those vehicles were older and several only driven ...