Automotive Batteries Services In St. Catharines, ON

Minit Tirecraft St. Catharines can help you find the best battery to meet your needs. All batteries are not created equal and price will usually determine everything from the battery’s capacity to the length of its warranty. It will only take our ASE-Certified technicians a few minutes to check your battery and charging system – an investment of time and money well spent to proactively avoid an unexpected no-start or vehicle breakdown.

Tips on Selecting a New Battery

When selecting a new battery, we recommend that you choose one that:

• Meets or exceeds the Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) rating recommended for your vehicle.
• Will be properly held down in the battery tray. A proper fit will prevent damaging vibration.
• Offers the largest-possible capacity if you drive in the extreme cold. A battery will lose about 40% of its cranking power in the drop from 27ºC to -18ºC, even if it’s fully charged.
• Has a sufficient Reserve Capacity (RC), which indicates how long accessories can run while leaving enough power to start the engine.

Today’s modern vehicles are much harder on batteries than older ones, thanks to their numerous internal systems. If you use a lot of your vehicle’s internal features on a regular basis, it is a good idea to schedule regular maintenance to keep it in working order.

If you find yourself with any type of charging or starting system issue, please Contact Us and we will be happy to assist you.