For today’s technologically advanced vehicles and their lavish onboard accessories, there’s a new approach to starting up the engine while helping to ensure all in-cabin applications stay in operation. In addition to the main battery source, an auxiliary battery – such as the ODYSSEY® Extreme ODS-AGM14 battery from EnerSys – provides long-lasting back-up power for anything from lighting and navigation to the latest state-of-the-art stereo systems without running the vehicle’s motor. As with any new product that comes to the market, it’s only natural that costumers will have questions about wha ..read more

Spring has officially sprung. As the weather begins to warm, it presents a great opportunity to give our vehicle a “health” check-up to assess the condition of its onboard components. This includes everything from the windshield wipers (and fluid), tire pressure and alternator to the cabin air filter, engine parts and wheel bearings. One of the most important things to check-in on is the battery, which can not only deliver the power needed to start the engine, but it can also deliver the energy to operate all the in-cabin accessories. For today’s technologically advanced automobiles and light ..read more

Plummeting temperatures can impact the performance and longevity of agricultural equipment operations. This is especially true for the battery, which is an invaluable component that helps keep farming machinery running efficiently. When your homestead is your livelihood, having a tractor or plow that doesn’t start on a cold winter morning can be a real headache so it’s crucial to choose a high-performance battery that won’t let you down. The average vehicle battery loses up to 60 percent of its starting power when temperatures drop below freezing. Furthermore, it takes up to twice as much powe ..read more

As temperatures drop, battery performance should be a key area of focus for fleet managers looking to avoid unwanted vehicle downtime. Heavy-duty vehicle engines need twice as much energy to operate when the temperature falls below freezing, which explains why fleets with weak batteries often fail to start on icy mornings. In cold weather, the average heavy-duty battery can lose up to 60 percent of its cranking power, which impacts the ability to get the engine started properly. Maintenance-free ODYSSEY® batteries from EnerSys® are engineered to provide the highest level of Cold Cranking Amps ..read more

EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, will feature its ODYSSEY® Connect battery monitoring system at the American Trucking Association (ATA) Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) 2024 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition. Engineered with proprietary technology to actively monitor and track battery health and performance data for optimal operations, the advanced software will be demonstrated in ODYSSEY® battery booth no. 4545 at this year’s premier technical conference ..read more

Snowmobiling is an exciting sport filled with its own set of challenges. However, no one wants the challenge of being stranded in deep snow and freezing cold weather because of a failed battery. Even worse, being stranded in a location where there is no immediate assistance available. It’s important to equip your snowmobile with a powerful, rugged battery that’s up to the challenges of extreme weather conditions. Let’s explore the different chemistries available to energize powersports vehicles, such as a winter snowmobile, to see which battery is right for you. Lithium-ion Batteries Lithium-i ..read more

One of the best ways to start off the next boating season smoothly is to practice some simple maintenance steps on your boat’s battery during the winter months. Review these tips to help preserve battery life and enhance performance. As always, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for battery care and handling and direct all questions to a battery professional. Verify your Battery Type to Determine the Kind of Maintenance Needed If you own a flooded lead acid battery, it is essential to check the electrolyte level periodically. This is done by removing the caps. Use a flashlight (if ..read more

The energy demands of today’s high-end automotive auxiliary applications require a steady, reliable power source to keep them operating smoothly. These requirements may be more than what can be supplied by a vehicle’s main battery alone, which also powers the ignition, fuel injection and engine management systems. A quality auxiliary battery can provide an uninterrupted power supply above and beyond the vehicle’s main power source to operate all the onboard vehicle accessories—even when the engine isn’t running. In addition, the auxiliary battery can provide the necessary back-up power needed ..read more

In response to the demand for greater environmental protection, both Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) and hybrid motor vehicles now have features that conserve fuel and reduce emissions. Among these innovations is the Start-Stop system, which reduces fuel consumption and exhaust by turning off the engine to prevent idling when the vehicle is at a full stop. It often requires a power source in addition to the engine’s battery to better support it and other onboard, electrically powered systems and accessories. While the main battery powers ignition, fuel injection and engine management, the aux ..read more

While some people use their Recreational Vehicles (RVs) all year, many others use it only during warmer months and store the vehicle in winter. In the case of seasonal use, owners should decommission their RVs for storage to help prevent damage from potential exposure to harsh conditions while sitting idle. Among the components of the RV that require this attention are the batteries. In addition to Starting, Lighting and Ignition (SLI) functions, batteries in RVs must power hotel loads. This includes climate control, communications and audio/visual systems as well as appliances, like stoves, m ..read more