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Drew Blankenship

Car Batteries Fail Most Often in Late Winter — Here’s What Drivers Overlook

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During my time as a mechanic, it was shocking to see how many people didn’t know how the changes in weather impact their vehicles. Sure, they may know that your tire pressure changes a bit when it’s really hot (or really cold). But it can also impact things under the hood. Namely, your battery. As we enter late winter, the cumulative stress can push older or weakened batteries to their breaking point. Here is what drivers frequently overlook, but with a little knowledge, you can avoid untimely breakdowns.

1. Cold Weather Slows Chemical Reactions

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