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I only use my car once a week. How often should I be charging the battery?
Can a trickle charger be used with cars that don't have a separate 12-volt battery?
Due to the coronavirus, I want to ensure that my car battery stays charged. The advice seems to be to use a trickle charger. I've noticed that many trickle chargers are not suitable for stop-start engines....
My Toyota Prius (17 reg) is mainly used for short runs, up to about 35 miles.This has never caused me any problems, however, in the present times, l feel it is likely to be used even less. We're in our...
I have an Exide Premium 030 75AH battery fitted to a 1999 Lexus LS400. I need to know what battery chargers are most suitable to maintain good battery condition. I only do short journeys so I need a reliable...
What is the best battery charger for a Honda Civic Tourer 1.8 petrol about four years old? My max budget is up to £100, however would prefer to source locally within the UK.
Can you suggest a reasonably priced battery trickle charger and boost for a Jaguar XK?
I have a Jaguar XK8 that will need a battery trickle charger over winter. It has a Yuasa YBX 3000 battery, 12 v 95 Ah 850 A. I would be grateful if you could recommend an appropriate charger as I am aware...
We have two 2.0-litre cars in our household. Which starter power pack do you recommend to start either car if the battery is flat?
We have a BMW Z4 which hasn't been used over the winter. A new battery was fitted late last year, but this morning it is as flat as a pancake. The AA has suggested either another new battery or purchasing...
 

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