American Adventures Month takes place each August to encourage vacationing in the Americas where visitors explore parks and forests through road trips, camping, hiking and water sports. August is the last chance many of us have for adventure travel before the summer ends, so it’s important to make sure that the mode of transportation is reliable, starting with the battery. Selecting a battery for adventure travel...

There is never a good time for a battery to fail, and when it comes to rescue or patrol vehicles—battery reliability is critically important. Additionally, it’s not just a matter of starting. With today’s accessory-loaded vehicles, municipal fleet managers know it’s imperative to choose wisely when selecting the right battery for their vehicles to avoid the unwanted scenario of emergency replacement. Thoroughly understanding the strengths and...

Regardless of the venue or attraction, from football to racing, chances are you plan out every detail of your tailgate parties to ensure you and your friends have a great experience. Tailgaters using a Recreational Vehicle (RV) need to take into consideration where they will park, as well as what appliances and conveniences they will need to bring, and, most importantly, what food and beverages...

Typical seasonal uses for Personal Watercraft (PWC) expose them to a variety of harsh conditions, such as direct contact with salt water, ocean debris and marine life, high vibration and shock, and extreme temperatures that can affect their performance and service life if not maintained properly. Like most other components in the vehicle, the batteries are critical to operation and must be durable enough to...

Sleeper cabs enable long-haul truck drivers to equip their rigs with onboard living space to avoid the time, money and hassle of finding accommodations on the road. These living spaces often include a host of electronic devices that provide security, entertainment, HVAC, refrigeration and food heating. During the summer, drivers particularly rely on the dependable operation of air conditioning. While all these amenities add to the...

June is National Camping Month, which has been observed since the 1970s to encourage families and friends to experience nature via extended stays in the great outdoors. For an experience with greater comfort and safety, campers are investing in Recreational Vehicles (RVs) to upgrade their living quarters during these adventures. RVs are equipped with all sorts of onboard amenities, including climate control units, entertainment systems,...

The National Weather Service (NWS) and the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) are celebrating the annual National Safe Boating Week, May 22-28, 2021. The National Safe Boating Week partnership of the NWS and the NSBC, now in its 21st year, was created to encourage boaters to follow health and safety guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local officials to ensure...

For avid fishing enthusiasts, equipping the boat with a trolling motor is key to hooking the “catch of the day.” The performance of the trolling motor, however, which is designed for both boat propulsion and slow cruising, is heavily dependent upon your power source. With twice the power and triple the life of conventional lead acid marine battery designs, ODYSSEY® Marine Dual Purpose batteries are...

Welcome to the first installment of the new video series, “ODYSSEY® Battery Academy,” featuring Bryce Gregory, Product Manager, Transportation Systems & Specialty Products for ODYSSEY® Battery! This episode will focus on the top three things to consider when selecting your RV battery.

After enduring harsh winter conditions, municipal fleets soon face new challenges that can impact the performance of the vehicle including excess heat from the summer sun, congested vacation traffic and, in some environments, dust, if the climate is dry. Encouraging proper battery care through seasonal maintenance checks is an effective tool for municipalities that may aide in reliable transportation services for residents – even when...

April is National Car Care Month, a campaign created by the non-profit, Car Care Council, aimed to educate motorists about vehicle maintenance and repair. National Car Care Month according to the Council’s website, means “it is time to get your car ready for spring driving and summer road trips!” Your battery, in addition to tires, brakes and wipers, should also be checked for readiness. As you...

According to the RV Industry Association (RVIA), more than 11 million households now own a Recreational Vehicle (RV), a 62% increase since 2001 and a 124% gain since 1980. The recent popularity in RV ownership is largely influenced by younger generations and families who live an active outdoor lifestyle as well as baby boomers who are entering retirement. Now that spring has arrived, and travel...

As the winter season comes to a close and the warmer weather begins to surface, owners of seasonal powersports applications, like dune buggies, motorcycles and jet skis, are eager to take their vehicles out of storage and get them ready for some outdoor fun. When it comes to overall power performance and being able to withstand the often harsh conditions these powersports vehicles are up...