Tag: car-battery

I have an SUV and its battery died. I need a charger that works with it but I'm not sure which one to pick.

My SUV's battery died last winter and I had to get a jump start twice! I've been meaning to buy a charger to keep in the garage. Budget is tight under $50, and it needs to work with a 12V system. I tried a cheap one before, but it overheated. What features should I look for to avoid that again! Also, does it need to be weatherproof for outdoor use? Something portable would be ideal since I travel a lot. I read reviews but got confused by all the amp options.

Well hello there folks! I'm 64 and not too tech-savvy and but my old SUV has been giving me trouble starting up in the cold mornings. I saw this portable jump starter on Amazon and wonder if it'll work with my big battery – any advice from you young whipper-snappers? Bless your hearts!

I've been dealing with this car battery issue for weeks now and it's really getting on my nerves because my Honda Civic won't start reliably in the mornings. I bought it used a few years ago and and it's essential for my daily commute since public transport isn't great in my area. I've tried jump-starting it a couple of times, but it only works temporarily. The battery is old, probably original, and I need to replace it without spending a fortune. Budget is tight with other expenses. Any advice on compatibility or what to check?

I've had this car for about five years now and lately, the battery just keeps dying on me. It's really getting on my nerves because I need it for work every day. I can't afford a mechanic right now with all these bills piling up. I tried jumping it a couple of times, but it only lasts a day or two. I even cleaned the terminals, but that didn't seem to help much. What could be causing this, and is there a way I can check it myself without fancy tools? I just want it to run reliably again.

Backstory: my SUV with a 3.5L V6 sat for two weeks in freezing temps and my portable jump starter wouldn’t crank it. The unit claims 1000A peak and I charged it to 100% the night before. I cleaned the clamps and tried three times, but it just clicked and the lights flickered. Not sure if my model is underrated for this engine or if I’m using it wrong. I’ve seen CCA numbers thrown around and it’s confusing vs “peak amps.” I’m trying to keep the budget under $150 but I need something reliable for winter. How do I match the right amp rating, and are there signs my current pack is failing?