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Car batteries must work harder in cold weather to turn your engine. The lower the ambient temperature, the greater the internal resistance along with a corresponding reduction in battery capacity. Thus, at zero degrees Fahrenheit, your car’s battery may operate at only half…
It’s never a good time for a dead battery, but winter is the worst. That’s why it’s important to have reliable roadside assistance service.
The effect of temperature on battery life can be profound, especially in extreme hot and cold weather. Learn how to care for your battery year-round.
Car batteries provide a vehicle’s life force. We rely on them to get our cars started and keep them running, to power helpful onboard accessories and even to charge electronic devices. The average car battery life can be anywhere from three to five years, but the exact…
There are many reasons to learn how to jump a car battery. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you learn how to save money and not call a tow truck.
Your car battery is weak and you don’t know what is draining it. Likely, a combination of reasons is a factor here, including extreme weather and your driving habits. With care, you can extend battery life beyond the usual few years that it’s expected to last. We’ll take a look at how to preserve car battery life in an effort to reduce the risk of you someday becoming stranded.
A car battery wears out just like any other battery and eventually needs to be replaced. But one battery size does not fit all. Indeed, there are a number of … Continue Reading What Are Car Battery Cold Cranking Amps and Reserve Capacity?
If you’re a vehicle owner who knows the dangers associated with lead-based car batteries, you’ve probably asked the question, “How are car batteries recycled?” Recycling these batteries is essential. The average lead-acid car battery contains as much as 20 pounds of lead. If not properly disposed of, this metal can cause toxicity that can be harmful to both humans and the environment…
Hybrids rely on batteries and combustion engines to work. Here are some hybrid battery tips that will help you find any issues with your hybrid car.
There are numerous reasons to recycle a car battery. If you think recycling your car’s battery is pointless, here are six reasons to change your mind.