Tag: car battery
How to Jump a Car Battery Safely Every Time
February 01, 2021. Nicole Wakelin
Although roadside assistance is always available to help, jumping a car battery safely is a useful skill to know.
AAA Fleet Drivers Treat Both Vehicles and Members
January 04, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
AAA battery tech Bryan King thrives on the responsibility to assist members – and their loved ones – at their time of need.
What to Know About Electric Car Charging Stations
July 29, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Getting to an electric car charging station isn’t as simple as driving to the local gas pump. Learn how to locate and use them.
Extreme Temperatures Affect Range of Electric Vehicles
July 18, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
AAA research shows severe temperatures can cause significant decreases in electric vehicle range.
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.
Recharge Your Battery for Summer
March 11, 2019. Andrew Sheldon
Here are a few tips to keep your car battery in top shape.
Get to Know Your Car Battery Parts
October 16, 2018. AAA Staff
Your car has many battery parts, all critical to keeping your car rolling. Get to know them here.
Show Your Car That You Care
October 01, 2018. Roberto Cruz
October is Car Care Month, and with a potentially harsh winter only a couple of months away, now is the perfect time to give your car a checkup.
Environmentally Friendly Car Terms You Need to Know
September 17, 2018. Roberto Cruz
The vocabulary around environmentally friendly cars can be confusing – here’s our breakdown of the car terms an owner of one should know.
Keep Your Car Running Longer
August 31, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
In this guide, you can learn everything from general car care tips to the nitty-gritty business of keeping your car running like a dream.
64 Must-See Sights in Europe: And How to Book the Ultimate European Vacation
March 05, 2018. Roberto Cruz
Inspire your next European vacation with this free guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!
8 Fixes for Your Car As Winter Winds Down
January 15, 2018. Roberto Cruz
While you’re snuggling with your dog under blankets on the couch, your car is outside freezing its bumpers off. Cold temperatures, snow and ice – plus all the chemicals used to treat slippery roads –hammer your car all winter. It’s up to you to help it bounce back. Here are eight things to fix on…
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…