A vehicle ignition system relies on the battery and alternator to function. The battery starts your car and also supplies power to electrical systems as you drive. Your alternator then supplies a continuous charge to the battery to replace the energy used. If your alternator goes bad, your battery will not be recharged as you …
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Does revving your engine charge the battery faster? Source: media.istockphoto.com This remains a popular question in automotive circles today. Here, we’ll explore many of the factors that can affect how fast your battery charges. We’ll take a look at when it’s best to rev your engine to help charge the battery, whether jump-starting the battery …
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The Noco Genius jump-start booster is a great tool when your car battery has gone flat. It can quickly and easily get your car running again. Before you can use your Noco Genius jump-start booster, it must be charged. But what if it won’t charge or hold a charge for very long? What should you …
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Sometimes cars can be slow to start, especially in the winter. This is a very common occurrence in colder weather, and there is nothing wrong with your vehicle. However, if your car takes longer than 5-10 seconds to start (or if the weather isn’t cold, to begin with), you may have a problem. This article …
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The answer is not as simple as perhaps you think! You can leave a brand new battery for around 3 months with no lasting damage. Older batteries could go flat in a week if they are in a weak condition. Through this brief article, we’ll try to explain why and advise on maintaining your car …