Rivian is charging customers a not-insignificant amount of money to replace the 12-volt batteries, and they have no alternative but to pay. Rivian threatens to void the warranty if owners purchase an ...

The old-fashioned 12-volt lead acid battery hasn't changed much since the mid-1950s. Now it's getting a makeover to handle a host of new responsibilities in electrified, automated and software-defined ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

Buying a hybrid often comes with promises of efficiency and lower running costs. What many buyers don’t expect to learn three years later is that replacing a basic battery might involve removing ...

The issue affects model-year 2023 ID.4s equipped with rear-wheel drive. The 12-volt battery-charging cable may contact the steering column shaft and cause the cable insulation to wear, possibly ...

Manufacturers are investing huge sums into battery technology to maximize the range and performance of new electric cars. However, if you pop the hood of a modern EV, you might find a regular old ...