A flat vehicle battery always happens when motorists least expect it.
Whether the battery is at the end of its life span or drained because the lights or radio were left on too many times, at some point, all motorists will have to replace their vehicle battery.
“When a quality car, bike, or truck battery is correctly specified, fitted, and maintained, it could last more than five years,” said Jason Ravenscroft, franchise manager at Battery Centre, a specialist battery fitment network with more than 120 branches around South Africa.
“There are a lot of variables that impact the life of a vehicle battery. Our customer research proves that about 30% of cars need a new battery each year.”
While flat and faulty batteries are an inconvenience, and many motorists may feel tempted to replace it themselves, there are dangers to handling a battery.
Ravenscroft cautioned, “If you…
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