Did the battery last too long? See what accelerates his aging [guide]

Many complain about the short battery life. Indeed, quite frequent battery replacements have been observed for several years. But does this mean that they are performed worse than before? Rather, I would pay attention to the progress in the automotive industry and the decrease in interest in the battery of the drivers themselves. 

Batteries are no worse than they used to be - cars are better. Paradox? It may seem so, but the fact is that in modern cars there are many more receivers that need electricity. Many of them also watch when the car is parked.

On the other hand, the users themselves are no longer the drivers they were 40 years ago. In the past, every detail was just expensive and, worse, hard to find. The drivers did their best to take care of the cars, including the battery. In the 80s, a good driver was taught that the battery needs to be recharged from time to time, regardless of whether it works well or not. Today, few people care.

How to extend battery life?

What accelerates battery aging?

• Use of the car for short distances.

Wheat – The alternator does not charge the battery after starting.

decision – Charge the battery 2-4 times a year using the charger.

• Car use is sporadic.

Wheat - Discharge of the battery as a result of the operation of current collectors.

decision – charge the battery 2-4 times a year using a charger or… disconnect the battery when parking.

• Heat.

Wheat - temperatures above 20 degrees C accelerate electrochemical reactions, and hence the corrosion of the battery, which affects its self-discharge.

decision – charge the battery with a charger in summer (at least once in summer, once before summer and once after summer) or park the car in the shade.

• Excessive use of receivers.

Wheat - the battery works constantly, supplying electricity to consumers who also consume it when the car is parked.

decision – check which receivers are using power and whether it is needed (eg VCR). If necessary, replace the battery with a more powerful one.

• He receives little and gives much.

Wheat – in older vehicles, engine equipment affects the condition of the battery, for example, the alternator does not charge it, or the starter has high resistance and requires more electricity. The problem could also be an installation that is corroded and current is not flowing properly.

decision – check the condition of devices and installations.

• Wrong battery.

Wheat - the battery may not be the right one for the car, for example, the dealer had to replace it, so he put the first one that came across.

decision - check the instructions or on the website of the battery manufacturer, which battery should be in your car. All parameters are important, the most important of which are technology (AGM, Start&Stop), starting current and power.