April Lowther, Author at ODYSSEY Battery

Travel Cross Country in Comfort with an ODYSSEY® Battery

August 15, 2022

Today’s heavy-duty trucks are more advanced than ever before, with more technology enhancements added in the last decade than in the past 50 years. While technology has improved the operating experience, it has also increased the need for more power and energy storage than ever before. A plethora of safety, comfort, vehicle connectivity and infotainment features have increased the drain on the battery, requiring additional...

The Impact of Summer Heat on Idling Police Cruisers

August 1, 2022

Hot summer temperatures can be tough to weather—especially for motor vehicles—driving up the temperature under the hood so much that it can lead to engine overheating and even accelerate the onset of battery failure. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), car drivers are at a higher risk of getting into accidents during the summer season than at any other time...

Battery Basics for Personal Watercraft Applications

July 18, 2022

After a season or two, you may be thinking your Personal Watercraft (PWC) battery has seen better days. Perhaps it’s time for replacement. It’s essential to have a healthy, fully charged battery to crank your engine, but you may also need to power your lights, radio or any other electrical accessories that draw power from your PWC. There are a few things to consider before making...

EnerSys® Experts Share Their Top Five Marine Battery Maintenance Tips

July 5, 2022

The battery in your motor vehicle is probably used and recharged by the alternator daily. However, marine batteries may sit dormant for days, weeks or even longer. Practicing basic maintenance can help preserve battery life and enable premium power performance when you need it. There are three basic types of marine batteries: Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM), gel and traditional flooded lead acid. The latter requires more...

Dune Buggy Season is Here: ODYSSEY® Batteries Help Ensure Your Vehicle Won’t Get Stranded on the Terrain

June 20, 2022

Spring is here, and soon the warmer weather will have powersports enthusiasts preparing to hit the deserts, ORV parks, hill climbs or maybe even the beach in their dune buggies. When you are traversing sand dunes, your vehicle will need to be in top shape to handle the harsh conditions and help assist in your return home. Great care and consideration are taken to tune engines,...

Tips for Seasonal Recommissioning of RV Batteries

June 6, 2022

Some Recreational Vehicle (RV) owners decommission their vehicles during the winter and recommission them in spring. Preparing the RV for spring includes cleaning and polishing, checking locks, repairing splits and cracks, checking for water and mold, and inspecting onboard appliances, electronics and plumbing. The cables and plugs in the RV’s engine should also be inspected for wear and damage and be replaced if needed. Among...

Marine Battery “TLC” Tips for the Spring

May 23, 2022

With the arrival of spring, boating enthusiasts look forward to taking to the water, especially in climates where it is too cold for boating during winter. Watercraft that remains dormant for a few months need to be recommissioned to ensure that all systems onboard are functioning properly. Recommissioning involves inspection, preparation, cleaning and sometimes repair or replacement of onboard components, including the marine battery or...

“Glamping” or “Boondocking” This Season: Help Ensure a Safe, Dependable and Convenient RV Excursion with ODYSSEY® Batteries

May 9, 2022

A Recreational Vehicle (RV) is a unique mode of automotive travel that includes onboard living quarters that enables you to visit remote locations. This type of vehicle application requires power sources for not only turning over the engine, but also supporting a variety of house loads for added convenience. Also known as hotel loads, house loads include the amenities that make this mode of transportation...

EnerSys® and Team Penske Renew Partnership for 2022 INDYCAR SERIES Season

May 4, 2022

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, will renew its partnership with Team Penske for the 2022 season. EnerSys will continue to serve as a key sponsor for the team’s winning NTT INDYCAR SERIES program. The EnerSys high-performance battery brand, ODYSSEY® battery, will be featured as a primary partner for several races this season on...

DIY Marine Battery Care Tips

March 28, 2022

As boating enthusiasts prepare for warmer weather, many assume the do-it-yourself (DIY) task of recommissioning their watercraft. Attention to the boat’s marine battery and its care is an important part of this annual practice. Not only must marine batteries start engines, but they are also responsible for powering onboard accessories. Known as house loads, these accessories can include communications equipment for monitoring weather and contacting...

Marine Battery General FAQ

March 21, 2022

As the warmer weather approaches, boating enthusiasts tinker with their watercraft to get ready for another season of fishing, watersports and relaxing on the water. Avid boaters can spend hours cleaning hulls, checking drains, waxing fiberglass and meticulously caring for teak accents. Nothing ruins a day planned on the water quicker than an inoperable battery. When you are ready to replace the battery in your boat,...

Minimizing Heavy Duty Vehicle Downtime from No-starts

March 7, 2022

Heavy duty commercial vehicles require greater capability than light duty vehicles, such as passenger cars. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), heavy duty vehicles must meet requirements that have approximately two times the peak power, four times peak torque and more than five times greater per mile fuel consumption than light duty vehicles. They require larger batteries with as much capacity as 4...

How Does Proper Powersports Battery Maintenance Help Avoid Warranty Related Issues?

February 28, 2022

Powersport vehicles are all about having the capability to “get-up-and-go” have fun when and where you want, including in the dirt, mud, water and snow. With the winter months upon us, outdoor enthusiasts are looking forward to hitting the snowy trails on their snowmobiles, All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), snow bikes and other applications. Nothing dampens this excitement more than finding out your powersports vehicle won’t...

EnerSys® Exhibits ODYSSEY® Group 31 Batteries at TMC 2022 Exhibition

February 22, 2022

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, will feature its full suite of ODYSSEY® Group 31 batteries in booth no. 2441 at the American Trucking Association (ATA) Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition. Among the virtually maintenance-free battery models on display at this year’s show include the company’s...

EnerSys® Honors National Battery Day

February 14, 2022

National Battery Day occurs every year on February 18, the birthday of Italian scientist Alessandro Volta, who is credited as the inventor of the modern electric battery. Battery Council International (BCI), a not-for-profit trade organization for the lead acid battery industry, promotes the commemoration through its communications initiative, Essential Energy Everyday. BCI uses National Battery Day to foster awareness of “the essential role that innovative...