April Lowther, Author at ODYSSEY Battery

Prepare Your Bus Fleet for Winter by Choosing the Right Power Source

February 19, 2024

The approach of winter and dropping temperatures presents a slew of challenges—especially for managers of municipal transit bus fleets. Not only are they responsible for maintaining a reliable schedule, but the condition of their heavy-duty vehicles must also ensure that passengers, bus drivers and other vehicles on the road are kept safe. While the weather can’t be controlled, it’s always best to prepare for the...

Operate Your Snowmobile with Ease Using an ODYSSEY® Battery

February 5, 2024

Snowmobiling is an exciting sport filled with its own set of challenges. However, no one wants the challenge of being stranded in deep snow and freezing cold weather because of a failed battery. Even worse, being stranded in a location where there is no immediate assistance available. It’s important to equip your snowmobile with a powerful, rugged battery that’s up to the challenges of extreme...

Tips to Help Your Marine Battery Sail through the Winter Season

January 22, 2024

One of the best ways to start off the next boating season smoothly is to practice some simple maintenance steps on your boat’s battery during the winter months. Review these tips to help preserve battery life and enhance performance. As always, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for battery care and handling and direct all questions to a battery professional. Verify your Battery Type to...

EnerSys® ODYSSEY® Batteries Provide Dependable Power for Premier Auto Show Vehicles

January 8, 2024

The energy demands of today’s high-end automotive auxiliary applications require a steady, reliable power source to keep them operating smoothly. These requirements may be more than what can be supplied by a vehicle’s main battery alone, which also powers the ignition, fuel injection and engine management systems. A quality auxiliary battery can provide an uninterrupted power supply above and beyond the vehicle’s main power source...

ODYSSEY® Extreme ODS-AGM14 Batteries Deliver Uninterrupted Power for Automotive Auxiliary Applications

November 20, 2023

In response to the demand for greater environmental protection, both Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and hybrid motor vehicles now have features that conserve fuel and reduce emissions. Among these innovations is the Start-Stop system, which reduces fuel consumption and exhaust by turning off the engine to prevent idling when the vehicle is at a full stop. It often requires a power source in addition to...

Seasonal RV Battery Check-In

November 6, 2023

While some people use their Recreational Vehicles (RVs) all year, many others use it only during warmer months and store the vehicle in winter. In the case of seasonal use, owners should decommission their RVs for storage to help prevent damage from potential exposure to harsh conditions while sitting idle. Among the components of the RV that require this attention are the batteries. In addition to...

EnerSys® Introduces Latest ODYSSEY® Battery Model for Automotive Auxiliary Power

November 1, 2023

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, now offers customers the first-ever Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) power solution for automotive auxiliary applications – the ODYSSEY® ODS-AGM14 battery. “This is a market where customer demand is high but dependable options are scarce,” said Dave McMullen, Senior Director of Global Marketing, Transportation...

EnerSys® and CTEK Announce Strategic Collaboration to Bring High-Performance Chargers to Global Markets

October 30, 2023

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, has joined forces with CTEK, an industry leader in battery management and charging solutions, to introduce a new era of high-quality chargers. This innovative partnership, which commenced in February 2023, is set to transform the battery charging landscape. “We are thrilled to embark on this exciting partnership with...

National First Responders Day is an Important Reminder to Check-in on Your Emergency Vehicle Fleet

October 26, 2023

National First Responders Day falls on October 28 each year to recognize the challenges and sacrifices emergency personnel face to protect the public. From firefighters, health care workers and police officers to different types of search and rescue teams (such as ground and aerial), each first responder plays their own unique and important role when a crisis arises. First responders rely on vehicles to not only...

EnerSys® to Unveil Latest ODYSSEY® Battery Solutions at 2023 AAPEX and SEMA Shows

October 24, 2023

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, will unveil its latest ODYSSEY® battery solutions at the 2023 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) and Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) shows in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to premiering the first-ever Thin Plate Pure Lead (TPPL) Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) power solution for automotive auxiliary applications...

Power Your Bike with an ODYSSEY® Battery this National Motorcycle Ride Day

October 19, 2023

National Motorcycle Ride Day, which falls on October 14 this year, was initiated in 2015 to encourage riders “to get out on their motorcycles for a united day of riding.” It occurs annually on the second Saturday in October. Like any machine, proper care and maintenance of a motorcycle can add to its overall performance and operation. Among these components is the battery, which, for a...

Enjoy National Hunting & Fishing Day with an ODYSSEY® Battery from EnerSys®

September 18, 2023

Occurring each year on the fourth Saturday of September, National Hunting & Fishing (NHF) Day will fall on September 23 this year. NHF Day launched in 1972 to recognize the role outdoor sportsmen and sportswomen plays in conserving natural resources. NHF Day is an opportunity to encourage more people to participate in hunting, target shooting and fishing and foster more awareness of the connection between...

It’s Back-to-School Season: Prepare Your Fleet for Busy Travels Ahead with a Dependable Power Solution

August 21, 2023

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in the 2023-2024 school year, approximately 25 million students in the United States will rely on school bus transportation to get to and from school. Each school bus holds about 50 students, meaning that thousands of fleets of school buses are getting ready to be active for the upcoming school year. Because school buses travel an estimated...

An Investment in a Motorboat Justifies a Premium Marine Battery

July 31, 2023

Now that summer is here, people start to recommission their watercraft to take advantage of the warm weather. In recent years, they may have found that the number of fellow boaters is increasing, especially those who own motorboats. Some are forecasting that this growth will continue. A recent market research study indicated that the global leisure motorboat market was valued at $38.61 billion in 2022...

Keep the Personal Watercraft Fun Going All Summer Long with an ODYSSEY® Battery

July 19, 2023

If your Personal Watercraft (PWC) batteries don’t hold a charge, your fun day out on the water can turn sour very quickly. This year, instead of second guessing the quality of your power, make the switch to ODYSSEY® batteries from EnerSys® to help keep the enjoyment going all summer long. While hitting the waves with your PWC can be a blast, one wrong bump or washout...