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The technology used to create batteries has come a long way since the time of glass cells and wooden encasements. Now we have specialized technology and advancements and it can get confusing trying to keep it all straight. So, we’d like to untangle some of this confusion by asking the question: What is the difference between AGM and GEL technology?Before we dive feet first into the differences between the two, let’s take a look at what exactly each of them is.AGM BatteriesAGM technology stands f …

You hear it all the time: recycle. The issue of recycling in today’s world is a big one, and isn’t unique to the battery industry. But even now, not all batteries are created equal and can’t be disposed of equally either. Need help recycling your batteries? Let us know. It’s important to understand what kinds of batteries you have and which should be recycled. Use this guide as a way to navigate household batteries, car batteries and industrial batteries, and how they should be recycled.Hou …

It’s undeniable: batteries fail over time. Even though that’s true, you can help extend it’s life. Unfortunately, many batteries come to an early demise simply because they aren’t properly maintained. Before you toss out another battery before it’s time, read the top five reasons batteries fail prematurely, and learn how to prevent it from happening to you.TemperatureBatteries are very susceptible to extreme temperatures.In hot temperatures, batteries will expel more energy than in a normal …

There’s a lot of industry jargon when it comes to car batteries. From post locations to voltage drops, the standard car battery has a lot of specifications. You might be familiar with two terms associated with these power sources: cranking amps and cold-cranking amps. Learn how to decipher between these two terms so that you can pick the right battery for your application.1. Why Cold Temperatures MatterYou might wonder why the cold is such a concern with starting batteries. The answer lies in th …