Posted on 10/31/2024
There’s nothing more frustrating than hopping into your car, turning the key, and...nothing. If your car’s battery keeps dying, you’re likely left stranded and confused about why it keeps happening. While it’s easy to assume the battery is the issue, various factors could contribute to its frequent failure. So, what’s going on under the hood? 1. Electrical Components Left On One of the most frequent causes of a dead battery is something as simple as leaving your lights on. Headlights, interior lights, or even the glove box light can drain the battery if left on when the car is turned off. Many modern vehicles are designed to automatically shut off electrical components after the car is powered down, but this isn’t always foolproof. If you regularly find yourself needing to jump-start your vehicle, double-check that everything is ... read more