At Noble Unicom SA, we know that the car battery is one of the most important factors in the running of your car. Whether it is powering lights, air conditioning, or turning over the engine, a good battery is important for the efficient running of your car. As a leading distributor of high-quality car batteries in South Africa, we believe that maintaining your battery is key to avoiding unnecessary replacements and keeping your car running reliably.
Here are some expert tips to help you extend the life of your car battery:
- Keep Battery Terminals Clean and Tight
There should always be corrosion of the terminals as it affects a battery’s functionality. Dirt and grime as time goes by hinder the flow of electricity. Conduct regular checks to clean the terminal using baking soda and water for the solution while ensuring the connection is tight not loose. Bad connections can leave your car incapable of starting once.
- Protect Your Battery from Extreme Temperatures
Extreme hot or cold temperature conditions may greatly shorten your battery’s lifespan. With a lot of heat, the fluids inside your car’s battery would evaporate more easily. At extreme cold, however, it shortens the discharge time. Do park in any shaded or even covered location; during freezing weathers, think about having battery wrap insulation.
- Do Not Take Frequent Short Journeys
Frequent short journeys increase the pressure on your battery. Short travels don’t provide ample time for the alternator to recharge the battery fully, causing it to go undercharged. In any case, prefer to travel for more miles that enable the alternator in your car to refill the battery. This is more helpful during the initial period of a battery life cycle.
- Test Your Battery’s Health Regularly
A proactive approach is necessary to avoid unexpected battery failure. Regular battery checks will help you to identify potential issues early. Noble Unicom provides high-quality, reliable batteries and recommends periodic testing to ensure that your battery is functioning at its best. If your battery is more than three years old, it is advisable to get it tested more frequently.
- Shut down Electronics When You Are Not Using Them
Electronics devices like lights, radio, and air conditioning when left on may also drain the battery pretty fast. It is important to turn everything off before leaving the car for any period of time. At Noble Unicom, we advise you to invest in energy saving accessories which are not a considerable strain to your battery.
We at Noble Unicom SA offer our customers the best that they can get in automotive products, such as car batteries with durability and long life. Trust us for all your tire, wheel, and battery needs – enjoy smooth performance for years to come.
