When decommissioning a boat for the winter, preparing the marine battery properly for storage will ensure that the engine will start when the boat is re-commissioned in the spring. Following the appropriate maintenance and storage practices are necessary for the battery to perform reliably throughout its intended service life. Battery Technologies Some battery technologies are better suited for long-term storage than others. Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries are...

Traveling in Recreational Vehicles (RVs) can take you to remote locations that are adventurous, thrilling, and unique. The pursuit of new and exciting experiences, however, can lead you to remote locations where road assistance or electric grid access are not readily available. In some places, even cell service is not available. Under these circumstances, it becomes more apparent that the dependability of the RV is...

Just about everyone has had the experience of turning the key in their car and nothing happens. There are only a handful of reasons why your car won’t start, including the starter, a starter solenoid or the battery. But in the majority of cases, this is usually a good indicator it needs a new battery. When it comes time to pick a new battery, in order...

Choosing the right battery and charger system can help save money in the long run Batteries are the lifeline of modern boats. Besides performing their primary function of starting the motor, they are responsible for running everything from fish finders, navigation lights, stereos and aerator pumps, among other on-board electronic accessories. However, buying new boat batteries can be a daunting task because each boat is unique...

How do newer types of batteries, such as Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM), differ from conventional lead acid batteries? AGM batteries, like wet cell “flooded” and gel cell batteries, are types of lead acid batteries. But the unique design and enhanced features set AGM batteries apart from the others in terms of power, shelf life and durability. And, ODYSSEY® AGM batteries, with Thin Plate Pure Lead...

The driving season is coming to an end and you’re getting ready to put your classic vehicle to bed for the winter season. However, storing a car battery for an extended time isn’t the same as putting your cordless drill back in the toolbox, expecting it to perform without any problems the next time you need it. Most car collectors find themselves with either a conventional...

Consumers value warranties. That’s why almost every product you buy comes with a warranty. Most of these warranties cover defects in material or workmanship of a product; a situation where the product, because of a faulty part or poor assembly, fails to live up to its promise. In most cases, nothing is required from the consumer to sustain the warranty in effect. That’s not the case...

Frigid temperatures and harsh conditions can wreak havoc on your vehicle, including the battery. To ensure you don’t have any issues with your vehicle’s battery this season, learn how to properly care for the battery, and what benefits the Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) technology used in ODYSSEY® batteries, can provide. What effect do extremely cold temperatures have on AGM batteries? Cold affects batteries in a similar way...