Batteries – Starting, Charging
How to Preserve Car Batteries
Car batteries, like our cell phone batteries, can drain quickly. Keeping the car battery charged is to our advantage. But how can the life expectancy of the battery be preserved? Our friends, at NAPA, have given us some tips to … Continue reading →
What causes a battery to drain quickly?
A battery that drains quickly can really put you in a pickle! Other than human error (like leaving an overhead light on), there are 4 main reasons that your battery could be draining quickly. The first thing to consider … Continue reading →
My truck has been losing power.
As in many situations, your truck could be losing power and running rough for different reasons. I would first look at the spark plugs and maybe spark plug wires as possible issues. The purpose of a spark plug is to produce … Continue reading →
Car Batteries-Useful Information
How much do you know about car batteries? Very little? … me too! Our NAPA buddies have given us some basic information about car batteries to get us up to speed. When looking to replace a battery, you want to … Continue reading →
What Causes Corrosion On Top of My Battery?
Corrosion on top of a battery is usually caused by the battery itself leaking acid through a seal and around the post. The corrosion could also have built up due to a bad connection. You should clean up the corrosion. … Continue reading →
How Are Car Batteries Recycled?
How do car batteries get recycled? Just what you always wanted to know, right? LOL Car batteries, at Bob’s Auto Service, are simply saved and then given to our battery rep. Our rep will then take them to be recycled. … Continue reading →
Batteries and Warm Weather
Batteries and warm weather… how are they alike? They are both important for enjoying our weather. Spring is here in LaCrosse, WI! The weather is gorgeous! What are your plans for enjoying the weather? Maybe you’ll go on a bicycle … Continue reading →
Winter Car Care Tips– #1-3
Welcome to October! Yesterday sure was a warm and humid day for September 30th. It’s hard to believe winter is just around the corner. Last year, we had measurable snow fall on October 14th! With that in mind, here … Continue reading →
My vehicle won’t start even with a new battery.
My vehicle won’t start even with a new battery. Wow, talk about frustration! Anytime our vehicles do not start is such an inconvenience. Are you hearing a clicking noise as you try to turn the key? How many … Continue reading →