Scottsdale | Auto Batteries

Standard car batteries use a liquid electrolyte composed of acid and water. An absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery uses a paste rather than a liquid electrolyte which gives it a lighter weight, allows it charge faster, and can be mounted sideways where traditional batteries cannot.

The average car battery weighs somewhere between 27 and 50lbs.

By scheduling regular maintenance inspections that include battery voltage checks. Even if the battery seems fine, your technician may spot unusual electrical activity that might promote drainage. Smart driving habits can also help you spare your battery from an untimely death. Always make sure that you've switched off all lights or anything drawing from the battery after driving. Unplug any chargers or devices that might cause a phantom power drain. Avoid leaving your car in the Arizona sun.

Some cars will get up to five or six years out of their battery, while others will need a new one after only two years. In general, your car will usually need a new battery after three to four years. Replacing your car battery is another part of routine maintenance.