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Johnson Controls Offers Four Reasons Why Batteries Fail in Winter and How This Can be PreventedHANOVER, Germany, December 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- When temperatures drop, automotive batteries are known to fail. We always advise our clients to make sure they know the condition of their vehicle's battery. For a majority of drivers, the battery is unnoticeable unless the engine refuses to start. Every third car breakdown is caused by the electrical system. A healthy battery reduces the risk of breakdowns, especially when temperatures fall below zero. To view the multimedia news release, including the full article, pictures and a video, please click: http://www.multivu.com/players/uk/7977951-johnson-controls-batteries-safeguard-starting>
"Extreme temperatures, irregular use, short trips and the age of a vehicle influence the starting power of a battery," says Dr. Christian Rosenkranz, Vice President Engineering at automotive battery manufacturer Johnson Controls. He explains the four main causes of battery failure - extreme temperatures, irregular use, short trips, age of vehicle - and how drivers can safeguard against it.
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