car battery
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May 08, 2013
Every motorist will eventually need to buy a new car battery. Since some battery-related issues can be resolved with a little work, it may not always be necessary to purchase a new one. It is important for vehicle owners to know when to buy a new car battery and what issues can be solved without doing this.
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March 15, 2013
People are hanging onto their cars longer than they ever have before. If you're anything like the average driver, you probably own a vehicle that is over 10 years old and has more than 100,000 miles on the odometer. That used to seem like a lot, but a properly maintained vehicle may still be on the road well beyond 200,000 miles.
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February 13, 2013
When the battery in your car dies, you may wonder if you can save a substantial amount of money by doing the installation without the help of a professional. While cost savings may be enjoyed by doing this installation yourself, there are other factors in the installation process that should be examined before coming to a final decision.
Benefits of Installing a Car Battery Yourself
• The labor costs that are charged for a car battery installation often top about $50 per hour. Instead of paying this fee, a driver can purchasetheir own battery and follow a tutorial on battery installation.
• Most people are able to install a battery in their car in less than an hour, so there is no need to drive to a mechanic and wait for the installation to be completed. When a professional is involved, drivers need to wait for other customers who may be ahead of them in line. Completing an installation yourself means that you retain use of your car instead of waiting
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December 27, 2012
Electric cars have been hailed as an answer to civilization's reliance on fossil fuels for a few years now. By itself, electricity produces no air pollution or greenhouse gases. It's cheaper to transport electricity on power lines than it is to drill, ship, refine, and transport gasoline to fill stations around the country.
Unfortunately, electric vehicles have some flaws that will need to be addressed in the next few years. Some of these issues stem from fundamental problems in the United States' energy infrastructure, and they will be difficult and costly to fix.
Initial Cost and Extended Savings
Electric cars may cost too much for the average driver. With an entry point of $27,700 after the federal tax credit, the base Nissan Leaf model is out of
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September 29, 2011
While momentum continues on the prospect of battery-powered automobiles in the future, a new study indicates that they aren’t currently a cost-effective way to reduce emissions and cut oil use. Rather, utilizing hybrids and plug-in cars that can go short distances on electricity still receive a battery return—at least for now.
Battery technology breakthroughs, a more efficient electric power grid and higher oil costs would actually be needed to justify the expense, weight and assembly-related costs of “large battery pack” cars, according to the survey, as reported in Bloomberg on Sept. 26.