Why is Summer So Hard on my Car Battery?

How Can I protect my Car Battery in The Heat of Summer?

This Summer is HOT! It's hard on you, but it's also hard on your car battery. Turns out that the heat can be harder on your battery than the winter chill. Here are a few things you can do to protect your vehicle's battery from this brutal summer.

1. Park your car in a garage or shade to lower the temperate under the hood. This will make a big difference in extending the life of your battery. When you leave your car in direct sunlight, the hood quickly heats up and accelerates heat damage.
2. Inspect your battery on a regular basis for signs of corrosion. You can clean any corrosion you may find with a copper brush or a scouring pad. Keeping a clean battery will ensure a good current flow from your battery to your engine.
3. Choose a high quality battery. Yes, it may cost a little more upfront, but the "mileage" you will get from a high quality battery will pay off in the long run.

Meineke in New Freedom is here for any of your battery needs (or any auto need, for that matter). Drop on by or call at: (717) 219-2945

If New Freedom is inconvenient, you can get the same top quality service at any of the other 12 Meineke Car Care Centers in South Central Pennsylvania.