It’s Cold Outside. Will Your Battery Go the Distance? There’s nothing like a Truckee winter to expose a weak battery. Cold slows down everything under the hood and suddenly a normal morning start turns into the moment that decides whether you’re making first chair or calling for a jump. A Battery Doesn’t Always Give a Warning Before it Fails The professionals at Quality Automotive Servicing recommend having your battery connections inspected at each service. Here are other indicators to check your battery.  Your battery is 3 years old or older. The engine cranks slower than usual on cold mornings. Dashboard lights flicker or dim during start-up. Why Cold Is Tough on Batteries A car battery’s job is to provide a strong burst of power to start the engine and support electrical systems. Here are a few reasons your older battery might need to be replaced for win ... read more