With the return of summer approaching and especially with the high temperatures that develop in our country, it is very important to remember that the maintenance of our vehicle's battery is an absolute necessity. In fact, we have mentioned in our previous article what we should pay attention to in the battery of our vehicle.

The majority of people think that the battery only needs care during the winter, when the temperatures are particularly cold. However, the most dangerous enemy for a car or motorcycle battery is high temperatures.

Stereotypically, the idea prevails that our vehicle does not need to work "hard" for its start in the summer. With this thinking, however, important facts are rejected that play a crucial role regarding the "health" of our battery.

What can happen to car batteries in the summer months?

Sulfurization: The battery is fully discharged. The electrolyte solution breaks down and turns into lead sulfate crystals that coat the battery plates, weakening power and holding charge.

Tip: Do not allow your car's dynamo to charge your battery exclusively. First, the charge will reach up to 80% of its capacity, and then the alarm, trackers and other electronic devices will completely drain your battery.

Overheating: An unstable and uncontrolled charging can cause the loss of liquids and due to overheating (temperatures exceeding 25 degrees Celsius) car batteries are damaged by drying out the cells.

Tip: Be sure to charge your battery at a lower voltage to avoid "death" of your battery.

If you want to avoid all the possible problems that can occur with your car battery in the summer months, carry out a check of the electrolyte level (in the case of an open-type or low-maintenance battery), examine the vehicle's charging system and also the start it with a special diagnostic machine.

However, in the event that you "run out" of battery, don't worry, because STANDARD has provided with the delivery service it provides. A qualified technician will immediately come to your place, install your battery and check if your car's dynamo is working properly.