Posted on: 1/31/2023
Car batteries, vehicles can't function without them however, they can be difficult to keep in shape especially since they are temperature sensitive. Too hot or too cold and you'll encounter problems. Let's look at how the heat and the cold can affect you car battery. The Cold Though they function well in a range of temperatures, the cold has a huge effect on lead acid batteries. It is estimated that their capacity drops by as much as 20% in freezing cold weather and by 50% at -22 degrees Fahrenheit. This means that even a brand-new car battery may not be able to produce enough amperage to get your starter working. If a battery is older then this problem is exacerbated. The Heat The heat increases the battery capacity however, it cuts the battery life short. It is estimated that for every 50 degrees that the temperature increases, a car battery's life is decreased by 50 percent. Signs of a Dying Car Battery Now let's look at some tell tail signs of a dying car ... read more