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It's important for Tullahoma & Winchester drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold TN weather. Most Tullahoma & Winchester area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.
However, heat does more damage to a battery than cold. Truth is, our batteries start to die a little from day one. Keeping a full charge slows the process, which is hard with short Tullahoma & Winchester trips because the alternator doesn't have time to fully recharge the battery from starting the engine. Tullahoma & Winchester drivers can top off the charge with a computer controlled battery charger – say, once a month in the summer and every three months during the winter.
As far as how long a battery will last, statistics show that 70% have given up the ghost within four years. By that time, they aren't capable of taking a full charge like they used to, and your vehicle alternator has to work overtime to keep up. This causes your alternator to wear out early.
If you're pushing 4 to 5 years on your battery, see your friendly and knowledgeable Russell Barnett Automotive Family service assistant for a battery test to see if it's recommended to replace it. Not only can you avoid getting stranded with a dead battery on a TN road, but you'll save unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle alternator.
Give us a call.
Russell Barnett Automotive Family
Five Locations
Tullahoma & Winchester, TN 37388-37398
931.222.4014