The Top 5 Reasons Your Car Battery Dies in the Winter
Car batteries fail for a number of reasons. But with a little bit of knowledge and preventative maintenance, you can avoid being stranded during the peak of winter.
- When temperatures fall below 32 F, a battery loses about 60 percent of its strength.
- If a battery is not fully charged, it is more likely to fail in cold temperatures.
- Lights and accessories that are accidentally left on can drain your battery.
- Corrosion on your terminals adds strain to your battery by increasing electrical resistance.
- Car batteries last on average for three to six years.
THE AAA MOBILE BATTERY SERVICE PROGRAM
Be prepared as we enter the winter months!
- Before temperatures drop, schedule a battery test with a AAA Battery Service Technician.
- They come to you to test your battery and replace it onsite, if needed.
- You get to avoid sitting in a crowded repair shop.
- Whether you’re at home, at work, or on vacation, we’re here for you.
Visit AAA.com/Battery or call 1.800.AAA.HELP for service. You can also download the AAA Mobile app for easy access.
