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We have all experienced a flat car battery at some point. They are time consuming and frustrating to say the least. When it comes to finding an affordable car battery, you are in safe hands with Challenge Batteries.
Our automotive battery range includes all types of car batteries from top brands. They range from accessible to sealed maintenance free (SMF), calcium and spiralcell AGM. Our EFB and AGM batteries also cater to newer vehicles like those with Start Stop technology.
Delkor Car Batteries
There is a Delkor® automotive battery for every need. Delkor automotive batteries are suitable for both everyday passenger cars and ultimate performance machines. The driving force behind Delkor car batteries is the unique PowerFrame® grid technology. Delkor AGM, EFB, Premium Silver and Calcium car batteries cater to every driving need.
Deltec Car Batteries
Deltec sealed maintenance-free batteries are designed to excel in all passenger and light commercial vehicle applications. Produced in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, Deltec batteries are built with patented X-Frame technology and high-grade components for superior results. Our Automotive range delivers consistent starting performance, high cranking power and a longer service life. Backed by quality and reliability, Deltec batteries are built to withstand even the harshest driving conditions in Australia.
Odyssey Batteries
Unlike other automotive batteries, Odyssey car batteries have flat plates made of 99.99% pure lead – not lead alloy. The thin design of the plates allow more plates to fit inside the battery. More battery plates mean more plate surface area which means more power. That’s twice as much as conventional batteries!
Optima Batteries
The Optima REDTOP® AGM automotive battery range delivers the strongest 5-second burst of ignition power for a reliable start-up every time. The Redtop® will outperform and outlast more traditional batteries in demanding cranking/starting applications. With their patented Spiralcell Technology®, Optima batteries offer 15 times the vibration resistance and up to twice the life of ordinary car batteries. The Optima REDTOP is like no other battery found in today’s market!
Fullriver Batteries
The Fullriver HC Battery Series features advanced, high-compression AGM technology to provide a genuine no-compromise battery for high-performance engine starting and dual-purpose starting/cyclic applications. You get the best of both worlds with a Fullriver Battery – a spill-proof AGM battery providing even more cranking power than conventional starting car batteries combined with true deep-cycling capability.
FAQs
Whay has my car battery gone flat?
There can be a multitude of reasons for a flat car battery. Here are some common causes:
- Undercharging
- Misuse
- Driving habits
- Parasitic drain
- Age
- Weather
Get in touch with Challenge Batteries branch if you have recently experienced a flat car battery. Using our diagnostic tools and expert knowledge, we can determine whether your vehicle simply requires a new battery or if there are any underlying issues with your vehicle that has affected your car battery.
How to prevent a flat battery?
There are a few things you can do to get the best value out of your automotive battery and extend its life as much as possible.
- Check to see if the top of the battery is clean and the terminals are corrosion-free
- Check the voltage using a voltmeter. 12.7v – 12.8v indicates a fully charged battery.
- If the voltage is below 12.5 volts, recharge your battery straightaway.
- If your battery has removable caps, check the water level at least every 6 months. Refill as needed with distilled water.
- Charge your car battery every 3 months to maintain optimal performance.
Can I recharge a flat car battery by going for a drive?
Contrary to popular belief, simply going for a drive is not sufficient to recharge a flat car battery. Going for a drive can certainly help maintain a healthy battery but it won’t help revive a flat battery. The only way to properly recharge a flat car battery is to use a battery charger with high amp ratings. At R&J Batteries, we carry battery chargers from top brands such as Lester Electrical, Projecta and more.
