Battery Blogs, Articles & How-Tos

An AGM battery installed in a car

AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteries are a high-performance upgrade over traditional car batteries, offering more power, faster charging, and longer lifespan.

They’re durable, maintenance-free, spill-proof, and perform well in extreme temperatures — but they cost more and require careful charging

A jet ski rides the waves

Deep-cycle batteries provide steady, long-lasting power for devices that run over extended periods.

Unlike car starter batteries, which deliver a short burst of energy, deep-cycle batteries are designed to discharge slowly and recharge repeatedly

A puddle of battery acid on a driveway

Battery acid spills are dangerous and damaging. A leaking car or golf cart battery can leave sulfuric acid on your concrete, where it reacts with the cement, causing stains, surface damage, and permanent pitting if left untreated.

UPS batteries backing up commercial electrical systems

UPS systems bridge the gap when the primary power supply fails, giving you time to save work, shut down equipment safely, or keep essential devices running.

Without a reliable battery, even the most advanced UPS system won’t deliver the protection you need.

A recreational boat on the open sea

A poorly maintained car can leave you stranded by the highway, waiting an hour or two for AAA. That’s a nuisance.

Poor battery maintenance on a boat is significantly riskier and more problematic than in a car. It can be life-threatening.

A green car battery charger

A car battery charger is an appliance that recharges your car’s battery using electricity from a standard power outlet.

Unlike jumper cables, which temporarily boost your car battery by connecting it to another car’s battery, a charger restores the battery’s energy over time.

A man checks a car battery

A poorly maintained battery can lead to, sudden failures that leave you stranded, and reduced battery life.

Regular health checks ensure your battery remains reliable and extends its lifespan.

A UPS battery backup system
Power outages are seldom planned. Occasionally, the power company may notify you of a scheduled outage for maintenance or repair, but more likely, you’ll be in the middle of something important when it happens. Worse, it may be 108 degrees outside, and you’re without air conditioning. You may have a...
A technician checks a car battery

Your car battery has one job — to keep your car running reliably.

Most car batteries have a life expectancy of 3–5 years, but with a little TLC, you may be able to coax a couple of extra years out of a battery.

A man connects jumper cables to an AGM battery

Shopping for a new car battery — how complicated can it be?

Maybe more than you realize. In this blog, we’ll discuss AGM versus lead-acid, two of the most common battery types.

A trolling motor

Are you planning a quiet day fishing on the lake, away from the bustle of civilization?

For that, you’ll need a trolling motor. For ultra-quiet operation, you’ll want to go electric; for that, you’ll need a safe and secure battery hookup.

Solar panels charge a camper's deep cycle batteries

Most RV owners, solar energy enthusiasts, and people living off the grid have heard of deep-cycle batteries and may already be using them.

For anyone else, please read on as we explore battery deep-cycle technology further and determine how it can help on your next camping trip.