Winter’s Number One Vehicle Failure: The Battery
Learn How AAA Keeps You Moving
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When winter arrives, it brings more than snow and ice—it brings the most common cause of vehicle breakdowns: dead batteries. Cold temperatures are tough on cars, and in winter, your battery is often the first thing to fail. For drivers in South Jersey, where frigid mornings and sudden temperature drops are common, battery trouble can turn a routine drive into a stressful—and even dangerous—situation. That’s where AAA makes all the difference.
Why Batteries Fail in Winter
Car batteries lose power as temperatures drop. In fact, cold weather can reduce a battery’s strength by up to 50%, making it harder to start your engine. At the same time, winter driving demands more power from your vehicle—heaters, defrosters, headlights, and windshield wipers all pull energy from the battery.
Winter battery failure is often caused by:
- Cold temperatures reducing battery power
- Older batteries reaching the end of their lifespan
- Short trips that don’t fully recharge the battery
- Increased use of electrical systems during winter driving
The result? A car that won’t start when you need it most.
The Risk of Being Stranded in Cold Weather
A dead battery is more than an inconvenience during winter—it’s a safety concern. Being stuck in freezing temperatures, especially early in the morning or late at night, can put drivers and passengers at risk. That’s why fast, reliable help matters.
How AAA Keeps You Moving All Winter Long
Battery Testing Where You Are
AAA doesn’t just show up with a jump start. AAA technicians can test your battery on the spot to determine whether it needs a boost or a full replacement—saving you time and uncertainty.
Jump Starts When You Need Them
If your battery simply needs a jump, AAA roadside assistance gets you back on the road quickly—no waiting on a stranger or flagging down help in the cold.
On-the-Spot Battery Replacement
If your battery has failed, AAA can replace it right at the roadside. No towing, no waiting at a repair shop, and no braving winter roads to find a replacement.
A Major Benefit for Premier Members
For AAA Premier members, winter protection goes even further. The free battery benefit provides added peace of mind during the coldest months, when battery failure is most likely to strike.
Help at Your Fingertips with the AAA Mobile App
When it’s freezing outside, the last thing you want to do is wait in the cold. The AAA Mobile App allows you to request battery service, track your technician, and get updates—right from your phone.
Winter Confidence Starts with AAA
Battery failure may be winter’s number one vehicle issue, but it doesn’t have to stop you. With AAA’s battery testing, jump starts, and on-the-spot replacements, help is always close—no matter how cold it gets.
When winter drains your battery, AAA keeps you moving.
