What to do when your car battery is leaking
Car batteries really are the unsung heroes of our vehicles, silently powering the electronics in our cars, SUVs and 4WDs so we can reach our destinations without having to think about where the
...Why Do Car Batteries Corrode? Understanding the Culprits
As many of us know, our car batteries are an essential element of our vehicles, giving our cars the electrical power needed to start our engines and help run the vast and varied electrical
...Battery vs Alternator: Demystifying the Difference and their Functions
When looking at your vehicle's electrical systems, there are two crucial components that play distinct yet interconnected roles in starting and keeping your car going: the battery and the
...What's the difference between a flat battery and a dead battery?
Car batteries are one of the most critical components of any vehicle, as without them, we’re not going anywhere. They provide the power needed to start our engines and run
...How long do truck batteries last?
Truck batteries are an essential component of any commercial vehicle, powering the engine and other electrical systems required for safe and efficient operation. Like any other battery, they have
...Will a car battery recharge by itself?
This is a question we often get asked in the Allstar Batteries office, and it’s little wonder, as your car battery is the literal spark that’s needed to get your car roaring to life and rumbling
...What's the difference between a normal and a high-performance car battery?
Batteries are the starter pistol of every vehicle. Without them, none of our cars, trucks, utes, motorbikes or 4WDs are going anywhere. They do everything from giving the engine the kickstart it
...Can deep cycle batteries be used in cars?
With so many models and types of cars available on the market today, it can be a little overwhelming to figure out the best type of battery for your vehicle. Caravans, recreational vehicles,
...Will my car battery die if not used?
You might be moving away and leaving your car idle for a time. Perhaps you’re going on a backpacking trip around Europe for the next three months or perhaps you’ve found your grandad’s old 1975
...What to do if your car battery is corroded
If you’ve opened the bonnet of your car and noticed a greenish/white fungus looking growth on the terminals of your car battery, this is a sign of corrosion. Battery corrosion can be caused by a
...How to start a car with a dead battery without another car
It’s everyone's worst nightmare. In the middle of nowhere, no other cars are around and you jump into the driver's seat to start the car and nothing. No turn over, no lights, no radio, a
...Can a car battery die whilst you're driving?
Car batteries die. Just like every other battery that you put in a TV remote, electric toothbrush or remote control car, they all die eventually. What’s unlikely to happen however, is for your
...Telltale signs your car battery is about to die
There’s nothing worse than sitting in the carpark, running late, in the rain and you turn the key to start your car and nothing. Absolutely bugger all. No sound. No roar of the engine. No
...What’s the average lifespan of a car battery in Australia?
We all like to buy things that last. There’s nothing more frustrating than making a purchase on an item that’s supposed to last a certain amount of time, only to have it die or degrade more
...What's the difference between a car battery and a deep cycle battery
If you’re researching batteries for your car or boat, you’re bound to come across two different types of batteries in your Googling – deep cycle batteries (sometimes called marine batteries) and
...The most common reasons why car batteries die
There’s nothing worse than getting in the car, putting the key in the ignition and nothing. A big. Fat. Nothing. Typically this happens when you’re running late for work, the kids need to catch a
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