A 12-volt outlet is a convenient feature on many vehicles allowing you to use electronic devices while driving or riding in the car. However, it's important to note that these outlets are intended for ...

Last October, Tesla removed the ability to keep the 12-volt sockets powered when the vehicle was locked. The move was meant to improve phantom drain but caused a massive backlash. The EV maker is ...

An electric vehicle’s largest, most important and most expensive component is its high-voltage battery pack. Many newer bespoke EVs are built around their battery pack, and some have even incorporated ...

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 ...

Several 2024 Chevy Silverado HD trims will no longer offer 12-volt power outlets, GM Authority has learned. By comparison, the 2023 Silverado HD included the front 12-volt outlet (KC5) on all trim ...