Category: Car batteries

A mechanic uses a multimeter to test the voltage of a car battery.

How to test a car battery

Whether you’ve noticed some problems with your car’s power system or you just want to check it on a regular basis, testing your car battery is a good way to keep an eye on its health. It’s something you can...

A trained mechanic removes a car battery from the engine compartment

How to change a car battery

Like any component of your vehicle, car batteries don’t last forever. Proper maintenance and responsible driving practices can help to extend your car battery’s lifespan, but nevertheless it will need to be replaced in the end. Knowing how to do...

A mechanic checking how long the battery will last.

How long does a car battery last?

As much as we’d like them to, car batteries don’t last forever. Like other components of your vehicle, your car battery will gradually wear out over time, resulting in reduced efficiency and problems with powering your car. At this point,...

A trained mechanic removes a car battery from the engine compartment

How to charge a car battery

There are lots of factors that can cause a car battery to fail, but one of the most common problems is that the battery has simply gone flat. This can happen if you’ve accidentally left your lights on overnight, for...