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That's interesting. Winters are cold where I'm originally from, and car batteries get replaced more frequently than once in 10 years. Where are you from? Your e
by passerby1 5y ago
That's interesting. Winters are cold where I'm originally from, and car batteries get replaced more frequently than once in 10 years. Where are you from? Your experience is very different.
- sandworm101 5y agoNorthern Alberta. Currently -30c. The 8yo battery in my car started my engine just fine this morning, with the help of my block and battery heaters that ran all night. I think people in the north might have longer battery life because of the harsh conditions. We probably spend more time/money on maintenance of vehicles precisely because we need them to start when very cold. I have noticed a deeper voltage drop when starting my car this winter. The battery might well be on its last legs but so long as it is still working I'll hold off replacing it. (I do carry a jumpstart kit in my trunk, right beside the snow chains.)
- quesera 5y agoGP did not specify, but it's likely that they are referring to deep-cycle lead acid batteries, not standard car batteries. Deep-cycle batteries are commonly used as the house power for RVs, boats, solar storage, etc.