Battery Basics for Fox River Grove

Posted in Warranty on September 27, 2026

It's important for Fox River Grove drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery – hot or cold IL weather. Most Fox River Grove area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine.

However, heat does more damage to a battery than cold. Truth is, our batteries start to die a little from day one. Keeping a full charge slows the process, which is hard with short Fox River Grove trips because the alternator doesn't have time to fully recharge the battery from starting the engine. Fox River Grove drivers can top off the charge with a computer controlled battery charger – say, once a month in the summer and every three months during the winter.

As far as how long a battery will last, statistics show that 70% have given up the ghost within four years. By that time, they aren't capable of taking a full charge like they used to, and your vehicle alternator has to work overtime to keep up. This causes your alternator to wear out early.

If you're pushing 4 to 5 years on your battery, see your friendly and knowledgeable Tuffy Fox River Grove service assistant for a battery test to see if it's recommended to replace it. Not only can you avoid getting stranded with a dead battery on a IL road, but you'll save unnecessary wear and tear on your vehicle alternator.

Give us a call.

Tuffy Fox River Grove
915 Illinois 22
Fox River Grove, IL 60021
8476397428
tuffyfoxrivergrove.com