NEW YORK -- The House has passed legislation that would crack down on safety standards for lithium-ion batteries, which have caused a record number of fatal fires in New York City. Rep. Ritchie Torres ...

Lots of gifts given during the holiday season contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that can pose a fire risk if not used properly.

Rechargeable batteries are great for storing energy and powering electronics from smartphones to electric vehicles. In cold environments, however, they can be more difficult to charge and may even ...

Wesley Chang is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering and mechanics at Drexel University. Rechargeable batteries are great for storing energy and powering electronics from smartphones to ...

Many of the electronic devices around your home require batteries, and considering the affordability and performance of rechargeable batteries, there’s not much sense in purchasing disposable options ...