7 Signs Your Car Battery Is About To Die And Needs To Be Replaced (or reconditioned)

Without a battery, your car simply isn’t functional. One of the most inconvenient things in life is when your car battery suddenly dies unexpectedly! This can delay you to work or make you miss an important appointment! But the good news is… there are several ways to know if your car battery is on the verge of dying and needs to be replaced. And in this article we will...

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What Is An Equalizing Charge, Why Is It Needed, And How to Apply One To a Lead Acid Battery

Applying an equalizing charge to your lead-acid batteries will help them charge better and last longer. So whether you are a battery reconditioning expert or a rookie, it is essential that you know what an equalizing charge is and how to apply one to a lead-acid battery, so you can get the most out of your battery. This simple technique is something that needs to be done...

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8 Simple Tips & Tricks To Extend The Life Of Your Car Battery

Your car battery should last about 3 to 5 years… But many people find that they have to change their car battery every 1 to 2 years. Why is this? And what can you do to prolong your car’s battery life? Well… That’s what we’ll discuss in this article. We’ll show you why car batteries die early …and what you can do to prevent this from happening. We’ll also give you...

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7 Ways To Prolong The Life Of Deep Cycle Lead-Acid Batteries

If you use an off-grid alternative energy system, you will need a battery bank with deep cycle batteries. The most common deep cycle batteries used in off-grid energy systems are (deep cycle) lead-acid batteries because they’re reliable, affordable, and able to repeatedly deeply discharge and recharge. But a lot is asked of deep cycle lead-acid batteries in off-grid energy...

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Prolong The Life Of Lithium-ion, Laptop, and Cell Phone Batteries

Some of the most expensive batteries to replace are cell phone and laptop batteries – also known as Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) batteries. A lot of people don’t realize that poor care and poor charging practices dramatically decrease the battery life of their lithium-ion batteries. And the most crucial time in Lithium-ion battery care is during early use or when you first get...

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The 3 Best Batteries For An Off-Grid Energy System

It’s the question that anyone using alternative energy inevitably asks at some point… What are the best batteries for an off-grid energy system? Because of the falling prices of renewable energy systems, more and more people are looking to use alternative energy sources as a way to: - Save money - Become more energy independent - And break their dependence on the big...

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Can You Use Any Charger With Any Cell Phone, Laptop, Camera, or Tablet?

Every cell phone, laptop, and tablet seem to come with their own charger. If you’re like me, you’ve probably compiled quite a few chargers over the years. So the question becomes: is it safe to use a charger with your phone, laptop, camera, or tablet that isn’t the original manufacturer’s charger that came with the device? Types of Chargers In this article, we will...

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How To Pick Out The Best Battery For a Solar Panel System, Battery Bank, or Off-Grid System

Have you ever wondered how to pick out the best battery(s) for your solar panel system (or off-grid energy system)? Or have you wondered what makes one deep cycle battery better than another? If so, this article will answer these questions and give you specific things to check on before buying your new battery (to ensure you get the most bang for your buck)! When choosing...

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