Tag: car batteries
Spring Car Care Tips
April 04, 2025. AAA Staff
Take care of these springtime maintenance tasks to keep your car safe and running smoothly through summer.
Maintaining Your Car Battery in the Winter
January 06, 2025. Ellen R. Delisio
Cold weather takes a toll on car batteries. Here’s how to keep yours performing at its best through freezing temperatures.
Are Electric Cars Good in Winter?
December 12, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
Winter is a taxing season, and electric cars aren’t spared its wrath. But don’t give up on these eco-friendly vehicles when the temperature drops.
Basic Car Maintenance 101
September 27, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
While basic car maintenance should be done routinely, there’s no better time to check up on your car than the present.
Get to Know AAA Roadside Tech Amelia Desiata
September 01, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio
We caught up with Amelia to talk about working at AAA and how she has found success in a male-dominated field.
Why Are Catalytic Converters Stolen?
June 04, 2024. Andrew Sheldon
Catalytic converter theft is skyrocketing across the country. Here’s why thieves are after these valuable car parts and what you can do to prevent yours from getting heisted.
Dealing With Extreme Heat
May 14, 2024. Marisa Perjatel
Extreme heat can be dangerous to our health, homes, cars and pets. Avoid the risks with these tips.
Is Your Car Hurricane Ready?
July 21, 2023. AAA Staff
In case of an evacuation, the last thing you want to think about is the risk of your car breaking down.
Why Is Fuel Economy Lower in Winter?
December 28, 2022. AAA Staff
There’s no getting around it: Your car is less efficient in the colder months. Here’s why and what you can do to alleviate the problem.
Are Electric Car Batteries Bad for the Environment?
April 20, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Everyone knows about the clean aspects of electric car batteries, but there are a number of environmentally harmful ones that need to be addressed.
Your Guide to AAA Car Battery Recycling
April 22, 2021. AAA Staff
Learn how AAA leads the way in car battery recycling, keeping with its commitment to supporting a more sustainable planet.
AAA Car Battery Experts Answer All Your Questions
February 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Do you know when your car battery will die? Or how to properly jump start it? AAA car battery experts tell all.
How to Keep Your Car Battery Running Smoothly
July 15, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Most AAA service calls are battery-related. Follow these guidelines to ensure your car battery never fails.
Is Your Battery Zapped?
July 26, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Car batteries hate extreme temperatures. It’s one reason so many fail in the summer heat. Periodically disconnecting the car battery to clean its terminals with water and baking soda can help extend its life, said AAA’s Car Doctor John Paul. But all automotive batteries will fail eventually. Here are a few signs yours is on…