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July 4, 2016
It's important for Fort Mill drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold SC weather. Most Fort Mill area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.
However, heat does more damage to a battery than cold. Truth is, our batteries start to die a little from day one. Keeping a full charge slows the process, which is hard with short Fort Mill trips because the alternator doesn't have time to fully recharge the battery from starting the engine. Fort Mill drivers can top off the charge with a computer controlled battery charger – say, once a month in the summer and every three months during the winter.
As far as how long a battery will last, statistics show that 70% have given up the ghost within four years. By that time, they aren't capable of taking a full charge like they used to, and your vehicle alternator has to work overtime to keep up. This causes your alternator to wear out early.
If you're pushing 4 to 5 years on your battery, see your friendly and knowledgeable Tuffy Charlotte Metro service assistant for a battery test to see if it's recommended to replace it. Not only can you avoid getting stranded with a dead battery on a SC road, but you'll save unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle alternator.
Give us a call.
Tuffy Charlotte Metro
9909 Charlotte Highway
Fort Mill, SC 29715
803-802-2466
http://www.tuffyftmill.com
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