As with over EVs, the 12-volt battery in question isn’t the one powering the car’s electric motors. It handles secondary systems like the windows, seats, HVAC fans, radio, lights, and wipers.

The class-action lawsuit, which was filed in the U.S. Eastern District Court of California, claims that Subaru and Toyota both knew about 12-volt battery problems before the the Bz4X or Solterra ...

Allegedly, these cars (from the 2023–2025 model years) drain and kill the 12-volt battery on a regular basis; despite that, the suit claims the two carmakers failed to warn customers or to fix ...

The car's connectivity features and its security feature, gear guard, often deplete the 12-volt battery. When that happens, the whole HV system wakes up to feed the 12-volt, leading to the drive ...

Let us first learn what these batteries are powering to understand the need for them better. Just like in regular ICE cars, the 12V battery in EVs power some of the most vital components of the ...

Owners of recalled cars should bring them to their closest Ford dealer who will inspect and replace the 12-volt battery for free if necessary. Notifications are expected to be sent via mail by Feb. 3.

While the Cadillac Celestiq is motivated by an EV powertrain, the onboard 12-volt battery can still run out of juice. In that case, here's how to unlock it.

As with over EVs, the 12-volt battery in question isn’t the one powering the car’s electric motors. It handles secondary systems like the windows, seats, HVAC fans, radio, lights, and wipers.