Car Battery Service and FAQs

SIGNS YOUR CAR BATTERY IS DYING

When it comes to battery service, Albuquerque drivers often have a lot of questions. From "how to tell my car battery is dying" to "how can I make my car battery last longer," our service technicians have heard them all!

In order to help you better care for your new Chevy battery, we've compiled this handy list of the top four commonly asked questions and their answers. Continue reading below!

1. HOW LONG DO CAR BATTERIES LAST?

While the average car battery in Albuquerque lasts anywhere from 2-4 years, battery life ultimately depends on a variety of factors. These factors include where you live, how often you drive and what sort of habits you have behind the wheel.

For example, extreme temperatures-both hot and cold-can take a toll on your car battery, as can excessive dirt and dust. Whether it's a particularly chilly winter or the dog days of summer seem to be dragging on, it's always a good idea to schedule additional battery service near me and have your battery inspected, cleaned and recharged by one of our Chevy-certified technicians!

2. HOW CAN I MAKE MY CAR BATTERY LAST LONGER?

There are several steps that drivers can take to make sure they get as much life as possible from their battery, including:

• Receiving routine battery service in Albuquerque
• Keeping their vehicle stored in covered or garage parking when not in use
• Preventing unnecessary battery drainage by turning off onboard electronics and unplugging chargers and adapters when not in use
• Driving for at least 15-20 minutes after the car has been started so that the battery can fully recharge
• Double checking to make sure the headlights and cabin lights are off before exiting the vehicle

3. HOW OFTEN SHOULD I REPLACE MY CAR BATTERY?

When your battery reaches the two-year mark, it's important that you pay close attention to both its physical appearance and any changes in performance. More often than not, batteries start to exhibit signs of failure before they die, giving you time to receive battery replacement in Albuquerque.

If you experience any of the following problems, don't wait to visit us for a new Chevy battery:

• Engine turns over slowly or not at all
• The battery case shows signs of heat damage, such as bloating or swelling
• The battery is excessively dirty or corroded around the terminals
• Battery has required several jump starts or charging sessions within a short amount of time
• Battery-powered accessories like the windows or lights are not working properly

4. WHERE DO I GO FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT IN ALBUQUERQUE?

There are plenty of car battery stores and auto repair shops in ABQ, but very few of them specialize in Chevy battery service like we do! In fact, our service technicians are experts on all makes and models, and know what size and voltage your vehicle needs.

On top of that, we can install your new battery right on the spot so that you can drive away happy and confident in your car battery purchase. Contact us today to learn more!