Batteries don’t like it too hot or too cold. Believe it or not, steamy, humid summer temperatures wear on your battery just like below-freezing weather in winter. If you did not get a new battery in July, there is potential you may need one this winter. 

Did you know it can take up to 20 minutes for your car battery to recharge after the initial start up? If you’re in and out of your car regularly on cold days, it could easily lead to that “car won’t start” scenario. 

AAA reports that your vehicle’s battery loses 60% of its strength at 0°F and 35% at 32 degrees: couple that with thickened engine oil (product of the cold) and increased use of accessories like wipers, and batteries take a beating this time of year. 

Your battery has roughly a 3 to 5 year lifespan. If you feel like your car is struggling a bit when starting, get your battery checked at Cape Auto when in for service — before you get stranded in the next Nor’easter!