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When Is It Time for a Battery Replacement?

When Is It Time for a Battery Replacement?

Most vehicle batteries can last up to five years with proper attention and care. If you want yours to last that long, it is important for you to know what causes your car battery to decline and the signs that it will show when it needs a replacement.  The Cause of the Declining Battery There are a few things that can kill your battery's lifespan. Knowing what these things are can help prevent you from doing it to your very own. These factors include: Harsh weather - Hot weather can break down a battery quickly by evaporating the acid inside it.  Overworking the Battery - This is a general term for battery misuse. While some of these scenarios can be accidents, like leaving your lights on overnight, it can also be intentional, like plugging multiple devices to charge simultaneously. Whatever you do, you don't want to overwork your battery. Your battery needs time to recharge. Shakiness - Sudden movements can loosen your battery and its connections over time, causi ... read more