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HOW DO HEAT AND EXCESSIVE COLD AFFECT MY BATTERY?

Heat increases the rate of evaporation, which causes a loss of water from the electrolyte. Extreme heat also increases the

As most batteries today are maintenance free and fully sealed, no water or additives are required. You should, however, add

Heat and vibration are the most harmful elements to a vehicle battery. However, many other factors can cause failure, such

Lead-acid batteries last 42 months on average - however this figure may be reduced or extended depending on a number of

No. They need a special battery specifically designed for the extra load in vehicles with the I-Stop system. This sophisticated

Sealed valve-regulated (SVR) technology encompasses both gelled electrolyte and absorbed glass mat (AGM) batteries. AGMs are mostly used in special

Yes. Recharging a wet lead-acid battery produces hydrogen and oxygen gas. While spark retarding cover/vent caps help prevent external explosions,

No. Using a car battery to run a fridge will reduce the life of the battery and it will eventually

Reserve capacity is the time in minutes that a new, fully charged battery will deliver 25 amperes at 27 degrees