If you've driven cars long enough, you can relate to our readers' stories about cars with dead batteries. Since few people get into the driver's seat without intending to drive, turning the ignition ...

Car batteries can lose charge when not in use thanks to what's called parasitic drain. Here's a look at why that happens and how you can avoid a dead battery.

Some car issues can be really easy to diagnose, like a failed bulb, for example. Just put the lights on, walk around the car, and see which isn't working — easy! However, some issues can prove to be a ...