Battery

  • Charge It in Zion for Extended Battery Life
    Here's an interesting statistic for our in Zion, ILLINOIS, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from ...
    Published on: Sep 27, 2011
  • Battery Replacement for Your vehicle
    Modern vehicles in and around Zion run on 12 volt electrical systems. 12 volts is enough to get the job done for Zion drivers without having so much power that there is danger of electrocution....
    Published on: Feb 07, 2012
  • Make Your Battery Last
    Today's report from Northwest Auto And Tire is on vehicle batteries, why they die and what we can do to lengthen their life. Most of us have had a dead battery at one time or another. In fact, it...
    Published on: May 28, 2013
  • Battery Basics for Zion
    {{ image('http://image.listpipe.com/autonet-battery-basics.jpg') }} It's important for Zion drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot ...
    Published on: Dec 10, 2013
  • A New Battery in Zion
    Hello Zion drivers, let's talk about batteries. Car batteries are just like any rechargeable battery. They will eventually wear out and die. If you are shopping for a new battery in Zion, here'...
    Published on: Jun 24, 2015
  • Automotive Tips from Northwest Auto And Tire: Battery Testing
    The simple fact is that 70% of car batteries fail within 4 years. They just need to be replaced at Northwest Auto And Tire when they are no longer able to hold a full charge.Batteries are a big ticket...
    Published on: Nov 18, 2015
  • Automotive Tips from Northwest Auto And Tire: Making a Battery Last Longer
    One thing all Zion drivers can do to extend the life of their battery is to keep it clean. A greasy, dirty battery holds in damaging heat. Same goes for removing corrosion from the terminals. Northwes...
    Published on: Jul 12, 2016
  • Need a New Battery? Call Northwest Auto And Tire Today
    Hello Zion drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do – 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive ...
    Published on: Dec 05, 2017
  • Battery Replacement at Northwest Auto And Tire in Zion
    Hello, welcome to Northwest Auto And Tire. Today's focus is batteries. It seems like everything in Zion runs on batteries. Of course, the batteries we're most concerned with here at Northwest A...
    Published on: Jan 03, 2018
  • Battery Maintenance Tips From Northwest Auto And Tire
    When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the...
    Published on: Mar 11, 2018
  • A Stitch in Time at Northwest Auto And Tire
    You probably have heard that expression, "A stitch in time saves nine." In other words, if you fix an issue at its early stages, it will prevent a much more difficult problem later. That's certainly t...
    Published on: Aug 26, 2018
  • Taking the Heat (Batteries in Hot Weather)
    Quick question.  Which is tougher on a vehicle's battery, the heat or the cold? Believe it or not, it's the heat.  Think about it.  The battery often sits in the engine compartment next...
    Published on: May 01, 2020
  • The Cable Guy (Battery Cables and Maintenance)
    If you've ever noticed your vehicle's lights are dim or not working at all, the problem could be many things.  But one possibility is your battery cables aren't doing their job.  A power out...
    Published on: May 09, 2021
  • Positive and Negative (Battery Care)
    You notice when your smartphone's battery starts to go weak on you.  It runs out of juice faster than it did when it was new.  Bet you pay attention to that pretty closely. Unfortunately, m...
    Published on: May 16, 2021
  • Wired! (Battery Cable Service)
    Colder weather brings out the worst in a vehicle's battery.  On a very cold day, you may have experienced that your engine cranks slowly when starting.  But while it may be the battery itsel...
    Published on: Aug 22, 2021
  • Take Charge! (Battery Testing)
    OK, so you probably take your vehicle's battery for granted.  Turn the key or push a button and it starts right up.  During times of warmer weather, you probably think your battery can take ...
    Published on: Feb 27, 2022
  • A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
    Your vehicle is loaded with electrical devices. Computerized components are everywhere, so good electrical connections are important.  Those begin with your vehicle's battery, so it's important t...
    Published on: Sep 11, 2022
  • A Clean Start (Battery Cleaning)
    You may be fanatical about keeping the outside of your vehicle clean.  But what about what's under the hood? Have you ever thought about how dirt and grime may be affecting your engine's componen...
    Published on: Jun 11, 2023
  • A Head Start on Starting (Battery Testing)
    If your vehicle isn't starting or doesn't sound like it used to when you crank it, the culprit may be the battery.  You may have left a light on, or something plugged into one of charging ports.&...
    Published on: Jun 25, 2023
  • Feeling Powerless (Why Is My Battery Light On?)
    When one of your vehicle’s warning lights comes on, the first thing that comes to mind is, “Oh, no, what’s wrong now?” When it’s the battery light, it means there’s...
    Published on: Feb 11, 2024