keep a car battery alive
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- December 12, 2012
Car batteries do not last forever. Most of them have useful lifespans that range from three to five years. Although the technology used for automotive batteries has vastly improved over the years, the electric consumption of the average vehicle has also dramatically increased. All of the power equipment that is standard in new cars puts a great strain on the battery and can potentially reduce its lifespan. On the other side of the spectrum are vehicles in storage. When a car is not being used, it can drain a battery more than a heavily used car. However, it is possible to preserve a car battery in either situation by following a few simple rules.
Is It On?
The first step that will help preserve a car battery is to make sure that it is not being used unnecessarily. While being driven, this is not usually a problem because the battery is constantly being recharged by the alternator. However, it can still help to turn down the air conditioning when it is not that hot outside and to use the
