Your car battery can be a temperamental creature. It needs to remain at peak performance, all year long and in all kinds of conditions. The best way to keep your battery primed and ready for action ...

As with many modern conveniences, a vehicle's health hinges on its power source. Battery maintenance is an accessible skill regardless of your experience level. It's also arguably one of the most ...

Extra batteries and portable power banks are great for keeping your electronic devices charged and operating when you’re off the grid, but they won’t last forever. Portable solar chargers don’t have ...

A vehicle’s performance starts with its power source, making battery care one of the most essential—yet approachable—maintenance tasks for any car owner. No matter your skill level, a little attention ...

As a child in my 40's, I spend my day combining my love of music and movies with a life-long passion for gaming, from arcade classics and retro consoles to the latest high-end PC and console games. So ...

Summer is here, and with it comes glorious sunshine. As well as keeping your vitamin D levels topped up, the sun can be a free source of off-grid power for your gadgets, alongside the more traditional ...

Here are two battery chargers using solar cells to capture light energy for battery charging. It converts light energy into electrical energy. Simple and ideal energy saving designs. Here are two ...

Latest options for charging small electronics with solar panels are designed for home use, rather than just camping. Another improvement: manufacturers offer take-back programs for spent batteries.

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