Posts Tagged ‘Automotive battery’
Battery Upgrade?
When that car battery finally gives up the ghost and it’s time to replace it – smart drivers have options. First, let’s be clear that you should always get a replacement battery that meets or exceeds your auto manufacturer’s specifications. But, you may have some critical special needs. When they first put the battery into your vehicle…
Read MoreHard Starting in Winter…Why is That?
The extreme cold days of winter can be as brutally harsh on your car as they feel to you. Batteries are compromised, antifreeze is challenged and oil viscosity is altered in extreme conditions. Factor in components that may already be compromised before the cold weather moved in, and you have a perfect recipe for disaster.…
Read MoreIs Your Battery Ready To Conquer Winter’s Frigid Temperatures?
Cold weather can play havoc with a vehicle’s battery, threatening starting and the ability to handle winter’s increased electrical loads. “A conventional 12-volt battery maintains about 40 percent of its capacity at 0 degrees F, so it’s very important to make sure the vehicle’s battery is up to the task when the weather turns really…
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