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How to Maximize Car Battery Life in winter

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Tips to keep your batteries in Good Health to maximize their lifespan (save money) In many places in North America, winter is very harsh. This harsh winter always affect our car batteries. We all want our cars to start when we needed. Car batteries typically last between 3 and 5 years. How to maximize your car battery Life in 2013? Here are some new ways to prolong a car's battery 1. Avoid parasitic drain It's a good idea to be aware of how your car batteries operate. People tend to think that the larger the battery the better, but that isn't necessarily the case. It's best to determine how much amperage your car requires, and choose a battery of that size. If you choose one that has larger amperage than your car needs, it might not last as long. A car's battery will drain naturally over time. Certain accessories, like the clock and alarm, require constant power. This is called a “parasitic drain” and it is normal, in moderation. “Add-on” accessori...