Buying A Car Battery Guide: Common Mistakes You Should Avoid

Aren’t you glad there’s the internet? All the information you need to know is already available online. But even with all this information, it can still be difficult to navigate to find the best battery for your car. Here is a quick guide on what to AVOID when buying a battery for your car.

Thinking all batteries are the same

Not all batteries are the same. Many make the mistake of buying that is under capacity for their vehicle. This can be a costly mistake. You need to ensure the battery has the correct CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) as a battery that is underpowered will have a shortened lifespan. 

Skipping reviews and testimonials

If you’re planning on buying a car battery online, always make sure that you should look at previous buyers’ reviews and testimonials. This is one advantage of the internet, always make it a habit to read testimonials by other buyers before going and buying a car battery replacement.

Car battery life

This is one of the most common questions we get from customers. Typically most batteries last on average three years. However, in colder climates, they can last up to five years plus. 

Heat is the number one enemy of car batteries. A car battery life degrades faster under hotter temperatures and as your engine runs and heats up plus the heat from the atmosphere, your battery will need replacement sooner.

Getting a cheap car battery

Always going for the cheap option can cost you more in the long run. Don’t always consider the initial price of a battery but always go for how long a battery will last, this will save you a more significant amount of money in the long run.

Understanding battery lifespan

As we said, a car battery life spans up to 3 to five years. This would also depend on how you care for and handle your vehicle. On top of knowing its lifespan, you should also always consider the warranty which includes Australian customer law, as there are different warranties depending on the brand. Also, don’t forget that knowing from which manufacturer it is, you can apply proper care to your battery depending on the manufacturer’s instructions.

Forgetting to check the specifics of your battery

Not all car batteries are the same. Though they may all seem similar, never forget that different manufacturers make different batteries. For that, you need to know which battery type your car needs before you purchase one.