Just like the battery in your mobile phone or laptop, lead-acid car batteries have a limited life span and will eventually lose their ability to hold sufficient charge to start your car. On average you can expect a lead-acid battery to last approx 4 years, but this time-frame will vary depending on a number of variables – such as hot or cold climates, journey lengths and the performance of your car’s electrical charging system.

Regardless of what conditions your car is subjected to, here are some tips you can consider to help get the very best out of your battery and of course if you ever need Roadside Assistance to get your out of your Battery breakdown.  Roadside Response is available to anyone, anytime!

Tip 1 | Avoid frequent short trips

Your car’s battery is given a workout every time you start your car but is then recharged by the engine during the journey. So if you are only driving a short distance it will be impossible for the battery to regain the amount of power lost – and if you repeat the process daily the battery voltage will reduce steadily until it can no longer start the car.

Maintain your car’s battery power by driving it frequently and for longer periods of time – and if you don’t use your car very often, consider investing in a battery charger to help maintain the correct voltage.

Tip 2 | Keep your battery securely fastened

Vibration caused whilst driving can reduce the life of your car battery, so it is vital that you always use an approved battery clamp to ensure it is properly held down at all times. If not securely fastened, excessive vibration could damage your battery’s internal components – creating short circuits and reducing battery life.

But don’t make the mistake of over-tightening the battery clamp nuts either – this can damage the battery! Instead, simply tighten the nuts until you feel resistance, and then continue for only an additional half turn.

Tip 3 | Minimise power use when the engine is switched off

Car batteries are happiest when they are kept close to maximum charge – so keeping your headlights, radio or interior lights on while the engine isn’t running should be avoided. Before exiting the vehicle, always ensure that all accessories are turned off and double-check that the lights are off as you walk away, including the interior lights.

Tip 4 | Check the condition and voltage of your battery

A lead-acid battery’s life will shorten dramatically the longer it is left partially or fully discharged, so checking the voltage with a voltmeter once a month is a great way to keep an eye on your battery’s health. A healthy, fully charged lead-acid battery should have a voltage of around 12.7 volts or above.  Should the voltage drop below 12.5 volts, we’d recommend recharging the battery as soon as possible. It is also important to remember that a lead-acid car battery is considered to be half charged at 12.4 volts, and completely flat/dead at 12.0 volts – so don’t get complacent.

Ensure the top of your battery is clean, dry, and free of dirt and grime. The battery terminals will also corrode over time, and keeping them clean from buildup is a great way to extend the life of your car battery. Scrub the terminals with an old toothbrush dipped in a baking soda and water mixture. Then, using a spray bottle with cold water, rinse the mixture off and follow up with a thorough drying with a clean cloth.

Despite these tips being great ways to love your battery, there will come a time when you need to replace it – it has simply come to the end of its life.  Modern car batteries don’t give any signals they are on there way out anymore, they just fail!  Roadside Response attends to hundreds of roadside assistance call out which are related to dead or flat batteries – it’s our number 1 breakdown reason.  That’s why we take the hassle out of a car battery, truck battery or bike battey replacement by ensuring our Roadside Assistance and Battery Replacement service providers carry a wide range of batteries onboard ready for professional roadside replacement.  We even provide extended warranties on all batteries installed by our Battery Response network of ‘we come to you’ battery fitment experts for that added peace of mind.

We want you back on the road quickly because life keeps on moving and so should you and now you can with our no membership Battery Response service available to every Aussie motorist!

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Car Battery issues are the number one cause of breakdowns for Aussie Motorists.  In-fact nearly 1 in 3 breakdowns are car battery related. Modern car batteries, generally give little warning of pending failure.  The traditional signals of ‘slow cranking’ or ‘lights dimming’ on start up, are no longer reliable indicators of car battery failure.

Roadside Response is the number 1 provider of car battery and roadside assistance services.  Our vast network of car battery experts means we can be with you in a flash, in the event your car battery fails.  Flat car batteries are no issue with our jump-start, battery boost service.  24 hours, 7 days, nationwide.  Roadside Response helps thousands of Aussie Motorists with battery breakdown issues.

Why choose a Car Battery from us?

It’s true, there are various companies large and small offering roadside battery replacement.  Few are Roadside Assistance and Battery Experts.  How do you know its your Car Battery that has failed?  What if its an electrical charging system or starter motor issue.  Can they provide 3 years warranty on a battery they install?  Do they provide 6 months road assist cover on every new car battery?  These are just some of the reasons, more people choose Roadside Response.

Price is also a key buying factor, but cheapest is rarely best.  Whilst we pride ourselves on ensuring our products and services are the cheapest in the industry, we also understand that ensuring you have the right technology battery for your car is paramount to ensure you get the best performance and longest life from your battery.

Start Stop Car Batteries

More and more modern cars are equipped with start|stop technology to boost fuel efficiency and to meet environmental standards.  But why is this important when choosing a car battery?

Get the right technology battery for your vehicle

Lets start be firstly understanding what we mean by start|stop technology.  Cars fitted with start|stop technologies, cut the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop, at a junction or traffic lights for example.  It starts again, when you press the accelerator to move off.  This is what we mean by start|stop cars.  No imagine the amount of stress this puts on a car battery.  Older cars needed to start the average care battery maybe 4-5 times a day.  Now modern cars need a car battery to start it 40-50 times a day.  So its stands to reasons you need a special type of car battery for these modern cars.

Roadside Response carry the full range of Start|Stop Batteries as well as standard car batteries to suit every make and model.  Free Fitting, Free Delivery and 3 years product warranty.  Plus we offer 6 months free road assist on selected batteries to give you that added piece of mind.  That’s why we lead the way in roadside car battery replacement.

Car Batteries to suit all makes and models

Roadside Response only use the very best brands of car batteries, from manufacturers such as Century, Supercharge, Neuton Power and AC Delco, by doing so we are able to offer extended warranty and piece of mind guarantees to our customers.  It means we always have the right battery to suit the OEM needs of your vehicle.  We not locked into one battery brand, which means you always get the best price and value.

We have Calcium/Calcium, Enhanced Flooded, AGM and every type in between.  But you don’t need to worry about that, Roadside Response always install the right technology battery for your car.  Whatever car battery you need, we have it on-board.

What if I just want a Jump-start?

Many providers wont perform a jump-start for you because they simply want to sell batteries.  We are a roadside assistance and battery replacement specialist, therefore we perform whatever is required to get your vehicle back on the road.  Firstly, we perform an electronic battery test to understand the state of your battery, (remember you may not need a battery at all) if a jump-start is possible and that is your preferred option, a jump-start is what you get.  Our jumpstart services are available nationwide 24/7.

Please don’t risk letting a passerby jumpstart your car.  We know its tempting but the potential cost to you of a incorrect jump-start can run into the thousands of dollars.  Every day we receive calls from distraught customers who have damaged there cars engine management system or have warning lights and messages appearing on the dash, as a result of an incorrectly performed jumpstart.  Leave it to the experts to jump start your car.

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Car Batteries Sydney.  When you need a car battery in Sydney there really is only one company to call for trusted, professional advice.  When it comes to having your battery replaced Roadside Response is trusted by Sydney’s commuters to keep their cars, trucks, bikes and 4WD on the move for over 10 years.  It’s not by accident that more and more people are trusting Roadside Response to service their car batteries.

Car Batteries play an increasingly important role in powering modern vehicles.  Its no longer simply about starting power.  The batteries reserve capacity is now the most important purchase consideration when selecting the right battery for your vehicle.

Modern vehicle electronics demand more and more from car batteries.  And with the introduction of fuel saving systems like, hybrid and stop start technologies choosing the right battery for your car in vital to ensure maximum life and performance of your car battery.

Call Roadside Response today and maximise your investment by getting longer life from your car battery.

We come to you anywhere in Sydney – 24 Hours

Car Battery Installation

Installing batteries has changed significantly over the last few years.  As car manufacturers look to maximise safety and comfort, the traditional location of the battery has changed.  Many vehicles have the car battery located in the boot, under seats or hidden behind interior trim or specialist compartments; making self-installation much harder.

Advanced engine management systems, vehicle tacking and telematics increasing rely on the battery being professionally installed.  Installing a car battery yourself can be a costly mistake?  Don’t leave it to chance; let Roadside Response take away all the complexity of choosing and installing the right battery for your vehicle.

Our National Response Centre in available 24/7 to ensure you can receive the best battery advice anywhere, anytime.  Our national network of battery specialists can come to you, at home, at work or at the Roadside with the right battery, with the right technology and professionally install a replacement Car Battery in Sydney; within 45 minutes.  Having a car battery installed anywhere in Sydney costs the same as purchasing a battery from a store in most cases.  Consider the downtime and inconvenience of having to search for and get to a battery outlet; when your vehicle wont start?  It makes sense to call Roadside Response! That’s why we’re preferred by many for Car Battery Replacement in Sydney.

Get a Sydney Car Battery Quote Now   1300 468931

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Stop Start technology has become common place in most modern vehicles. But what is it?  It’s when your engine switches off as it comes to a stop, maybe at traffic lights or in congestion.  It starts again as as you press the accelerator to move away.

This technology improves fuel your vehicles fuel consumption but means your car battery now has to start your vehicle hundreds of times a day.  Placing extreme pressure on your car battery to perform harder than ever before.

That’s why its important that you purchase the correct battery technology for you car or truck.  Roadside Response is the specialist in Stop Start Roadside Assistance.  We ensure your Roadside Rescue can be fast, hassle free and most of all – professional! Don’t trust those battery companies offering you cheap or second hand batteries.  Trust Roadside Response with your vehicle and your stop start battery.

At Roadside Response we only use quality stop start batteries from leading manufacturers such as Supercharge, Neuton Power and SSB.  Don’t buy on price alone, make sure your getting the right technology battery for your precious vehicle.

How do I get Stop Start Roadside Assistance?

Book your Stop Start Roadside Assistance online 24/7

Our Stop-Start-Roadside-Assistance program is available to anyone, anytime.  There are No Memberships to pay ever.  You just call us 24 Hours a day and we will come to you and install a replacement stop-start car battery in under an hour. We will undertake a full electrical systems check to ensure your alternator is charging correctly.   Test to make sure you actually need a replacement battery in the first place!  And then ensure we install the very best stop start battery for your vehicle and Australia’s best value.

That’s the Roadside Response promise!  Call 1300 468 931 24 Hours, 7 Days

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Stop-Start-Roadside-Assistance can be frustrating.  That’s why you need to rely on a company you can trust to deliver professional roadside assistance nationwide 24 hours a day.

Don’t be fooled by other battery companies who advertise Roadside Assistance services.  Go to the experts in breakdown servicing and batteries.  Roadside Response was voted #1 service provider by our customers.  Join the Roadside Revolution today.

If your vehicle utilises Stop Start technology, then its important that you have the correct technology battery replaced when yours fails.  Traditional automotive batteries simply cannot perform in stop start vehicles.  Many providers don’t carry the right battery for this type of vehicle.  Installing standard lower quality batteries in its place.  This means that not only will your new battery fail after a much shorter time, it will also compromise the performance of your vehicle.

At Roadside Response we carry the very latest stop start technology batteries from Neuton Power and Supercharge etc. Ensuring that in the event of a breakdown, we install the correct technology battery and the best possible price.

Stop-Start-Roadside-Assistance Batteries

Stop-Start Batteries available 24 Hours. Your experts in ‘we come to you’ battery replacement

Stop Start technology in vehicles is when your engine switches off as it comes to a stop.  It starts again as as you press the accelerator.  This technology improves fuel consumption but means your car battery now has to start your vehicle hundreds of times a day.  Placing extreme pressure on your car battery to perform more than ever before.

That’s why its important that you purchase the correct battery technology for you car or truck. Roadside Response can ensure your Roadside Rescue can be fast, hassle free and most of all – professional! Don’t trust those battery companies offering you cheap or second hand batteries. Trust Roadside Response with your vehicle.

Free electrical system and battery testing

We will undertake a full electrical systems check to ensure your alternator is charging correctly.   Test to make sure you actually need a replacement battery in the first place!  And then ensure we install the very best stop start battery for your vehicle and Australia’s best value.

Stop-Start-Roadside-Assistance is available to anyone, anytime.  There are No Memberships to pay ever.  You just call us 24 Hours a Day and we will come to you and install a replacement stop-start car battery in under an hour.

That’s the Roadside Response promise!  Call 1300 468 931 24 Hours, 7 Days.

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Need your Car Battery replaced?  Most Car Batteries last approx 3-4 years so the chances are your going to need one very soon.  A faulty battery is the number 1 cause of Roadside Assistance incidents in Sydney.  Flat or Faulty Car Batteries can cause unnecessary stress and waste valuable time, so when it happens to you its important you know exactly what to do and who to call for help.  Roadside Response supply quality Premium Car Batteries with up to 3 years warranty

Car Batteries Replaced | Sydneywide

Roadside Response has years of experience providing Car Battery replacement to stranded Sydney Motorists.  Our Roadside Assistance technicians are on call 24/7/365 waiting for your call.  Experts in the Sydney area, we can get to you fast and without the need for you try to explain where your located.  Our expert providers can install a new car battery where ever your located, at home, at the office, shopping centre or on the school run.  We can get to you in under 1 hour and we wont be beaten on price or service.  That’s the Response guarantee.

Car Batteries and motor vehicles have become more and more complex, your car battery not only starts the car but is linked to your vehicles engine management system, car audio, security systems and navigation.  Incorrectly jump-starting or fitting a battery will cause permanent damage to your car; one of life’s most expensive investments.  So its critical to protect it from undue wear and tear.  A correctly installed battery can save you money, ensuring you maximise the lifespan of the car battery and making the most of its performance.

Battery Recycling

Car Battery Recycling

Did you know that a standard car battery is 99% recyclable?  Unfortunately many providers don’t ensure your spent or old car battery is properly disposed off; so that it can enter the approved battery recycling programs.  Many batteries are left at landfill or worse.  At Roadside Response we pride ourselves in ensuring every battery we replace, is safely transported, stored and processed through Australia approved recycling program – so you can sure your battery is doing its bit for the local environment.

Green energy is vitally important to ensuring we provide clean and renewable energy sources.  A lead acid battery can be used to power many applications, such as cars, bikes, trucks, tractors and also used as a power bank for solar charging.

Is your car battery flat?

Car Batteries can go flat from time to time, in fact, that is what they are designed to do.  Your vehicle alternator controls how much charge your battery needs for maximum performance.  A faulty alternator will reduce the effectiveness of car batteries and can cause them to go flat.  Using excessive vehicle power on aftermarket accessories or leaving a light on overnight, will also seriously reduce battery life.

A common cause of a flat battery is leaving lights on in the car.  This doesn’t have to be your main driving lights, it could be a glove box or interior light or leaving the boot open by mistake.  Overnight, your battery will be flat, causing you distress when you try to start your car again.

How to tell if your battery is flat?

Get your Battery checked by Roadside Response

The biggest indicator that your battery is flat is when you turn the key in the ignition.  If the ignition isn’t ticking over or making any sound then its likely your battery is at fault.  You may still have use of your radio for a short time or see dashboard lights appearing when you attempt to start your car.  This is because, there is still some power left in your car battery; just not enough to start the engine.

If your battery is new and is only flat, a professional jump-start can be carried out to start your vehicle but in many cases a new battery will be required to ensure you enjoy trouble free motoring.

The best way to tell if you have a flat battery is to call Roadside Response on 1300 468931 were open 24/7/365 and carry batteries for every application.  We are Sydney’s favorite car battery provider, so give us a call and we will give you the best possible value for money.

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A breakdown can occur for a number of reasons. Your old car battery fails you, you get a flat tyre or accidentally run out of fuel.   Regardless of  the reasons why, you can bet it happens at the worst possible time!  If you’re unfortunate enough to break down, remember your Roadside Response is just a phone call away.

Late for that important Interview?

You’ve spent hours rehearsing interview answers, bought a new outfit to really impress; your feeling confident and ready to concur the world!  You’ve even left yourself a bit of extra time incase of traffic conjestion; everything is looking great, untill you try to start your car!  You turn the key and…nothing!

What’s wrong it was working fine yesterday, how can this happen to me, not now, not today?!

Breakdown

Dont worry help is always on hand.  Roadside Response new WebApp can have a roadside assistance provider to you in no time, a few simple clicks, and your request for assistance is on its way.  It even tells the provider exactly where your located.  Ofcourse, you can ring our Response centre 24/7, 365 a year to get that one on one advice or to book your Roadside Assistance as well, but our WebApp makes life just that little bit better.

Dead Battery?

Flat Battery, no problem.  Our technicians carry the latest battery brands to ensure you get the very latest, high quality car battery professional installed; in most cases in under 40 minutes.  Did you know your Car Club will charge you extra to replace your car battery?  Yes thats right, your roadside assistance membership that costs you over $100 a year, doesn’t cover the cost of a replacement battery.  So the next time you need a replacement battery, locked your keys in the car, run out of petrol, have a flat tyre or just need mechanical assistance…Roadside Response is here to help, every Australian motorist.  You dont need to be a member to call on Roadside Response, or continue to pay those annual fees, for something that you use occasionally.

Out of Fuel?

One of the most common breakdown situations is caused by running out of fuel.  Yes your not alone, thousand of motorists everyday run out of fuel.  Our busy lives often means that 10 minute stop to fill up just isn’t on, so you decide to fill up at the next fuel stop.  Then that song you love comes on the radio and you sing out to yourself as you continue on your merry way!  Oh know, you forget to stop for petrol…

Roadside Response can deliver you an emergency supply of fuel to get you going again, enough to get you to the nearest filling station.  Need petrol or diesel?  No problem for our network of Roadside Assistance patrols who are ready and waiting to save the day.  We don’t charge you a roadside joining fee, you simply pay for the service when you need it; saving you money on traditional membership programs.

Dont be fooled by other independents pretending to offering you roadside assistance.  Trust Roadside Response with your next breakdown, because life keeps on moving and so should you.

Call 1300 468931 anywhere, anytime or visit roadsideresponse.com.au

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More than eighty thousand tonnes of lead-acid batteries are finished with each year. As hazardous waste, it is important these do not go to landfill.  Lead-acid batteries can be re-conditioned or recycled into new products. Recycling of these batteries uses less energy than refining primary ore and removes lead from the environment.

Were serious about making sure spent and used Lead Acid Batteries are properly recycled so every time you buy a battery from Roadside Response you can be sure your old battery is being safely recycled.

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A recent survey of our Roadside Battery Response service proved that Roadside Response delivers and installs replacement car batteries in under 50 minutes, 90% of the time!

So when your stranded with a dead battery or need roadside assistance, Roadside Response is the company you want to respond to your roadside needs.  Delivered to you door, anytime, day or night, our Battery Response service is leading the way in service and price.

Covering all areas of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, were here to help, anyone, anywhere, anytime.  No membership or roadside joining fees apply.  Simply call us with your vehicles make and model and we will do the rest.

When you need a Response….call Roadside Response!  Batteries in under 50 minutes…

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While warmer temperatures help to increase battery capacity, making it easier to turn over the engine, they also cause an increase in the rate at which the battery deteriorates. When the temperature is warmer, the current conducting grids corrode faster, which can reduce the life of your battery.

High temperatures, especially when combined with parasitic loads, will shorten the life of the battery. A common scenario is that a battery will fail during the first cold weather of the year, and it’s tempting to blame the cold weather, when in fact, it was the high temperatures of summer which deteriorated the battery to the point that it can’t start the first time it has to work a little harder in winter.

Knowing that the summer heat already speeds up the rate at which the battery deteriorates, and that the rate of deterioration is further accelerated by parasitic loads, it is clear that managing temperature and parasitic loads can increase the reliability of the battery.

To prevent excessive discharge and keep batteries from deteriorating in the summer, follow these tips:

1. Use a premium fit for purpose battery. Battery failures can be a major source of downtime. Using a high-quality battery is a way to keep a truck running. High quality maintenance free batteries require less maintenance and tend to survive high temperatures and parasitic loads better than traditional technologies.
2. Keep the battery cool. Battery life can be extended by parking in shaded or covered areas like a garage. If the battery is in storage, be sure to follow the battery manufacturer’s recommended specifications for storage temperature.
3. Turn off the electronics. Electronics, the main source of parasitic loads, play a significant role in draining the battery of its charge. Be sure to shut down all electronics before exiting the vehicle, especially if the engine will remain inactive for long periods. An inactive engine has more time to discharge an otherwise healthy battery.
4. Keep moving. As mentioned above, parasitic loads will drain the battery if the engine remains inactive long enough, so if possible, keep the vehicle on the road.
5. Stay charged. Proper charging of the battery is the single most important action in ensuring that the battery will last for its intended life. If needed, use a battery charger, which operates to the battery manufacturer’s charging recommendations to restore the battery to a fully charged state.

Proper maintenance of the battery, both while in use and in storage, will extend its service life. If there are signs that the battery is starting to fail, then contact Roadside Response and get your battery in shape for summer!

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