Car battery buying guide – things to consider when buying a vehicle battery

If you tend to drive the same car for longer than 3 years, you are likely to be in a position where you need to buy a replacement for your old car battery as 3-4 years is an average time the battery serves the before dying. It can also have damages such as cracked case, loose battery terminals, missing fillers caps. No matter which one of the mentioned cases it is, it is important to purchase the right battery for your specific vehicle.

Whether it is car or truck batteries that you are looking for, Best Batteries can provide them and bring to your location in Brisbane. If you decide to find one yourself, here is the step by step car battery replacement buying guide.

Step 1: Find your battery group size

Car batteries are divided into group sizes, it indicates batteries length, width and height. If you own a car that has its original battery, you can find the number on the label of the battery. Group sizes are typically a two-digit number and may be followed with a letter. Otherwise, to find the required size for your vehicle, please see the owner’s manual (look under the specifications section) or consult with a mechanic. Battery of the right size should fit the battery tray perfectly and feel secure so that it does not move and get damaged when driving on roads that cause vibrations.

Step 2: Find the required minimum CCA (Cold Cranking Amps)

Battery Capacity is measured in CCA (Cold Cranking Amperes). To learn more about CCA, read our How to choose the longest-lasting car battery blog. To find what CCA is required for your car, see on a label on the top or the side of the current battery case, look for a number followed by “CCA.” If the battery is not original, see the owner’s manual or consult with a mechanic.

Step 3: Determine the battery cell type

Batteries come in three different types: SLI (Starting, Lighting and Ignition), Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) and VRLA (Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid). We explain each one in detail in choosing the correct battery for your car blog. But in simple terms, the vast majority of cars you see on the road use SLI batteries. Whether you are looking for car, motorcycle or truck batteries in Brisbane, Best Batteries will provide the best solution for your vehicle and will deliver them to your location whether its home or for roadside assistance.

Step 4: Warranties

We recommend purchasing a battery with a warranty of at least 24 months. Most quality battery manufacturers will offer 24-36 month warranty. Batteries from Best Batteries come with a warranty that is exactly this long when they are fitted to the specification of the vehicle. We stock all types of batteries: Stop-Start, AGM, Gel, Lead, Deep-Cycle that fit any of the following vehicles or vessels:

• Truck
• Car
• Boat
• Caravan

Summary

When looking for a battery for automotive or other purposes, follow the owner’s manual for the parameters required or talk to a specialist. At best batteries, we offer best quality batteries with a 24-36 month warranty, delivery and installation for the best price you will find.