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How do I choose the right car battery?
Not sure which battery your car needs? Learn what to check: battery size, specifications, performance and more, before you buy.
Battery guides
Battery guides
Know a bit more. Before you buy.
Plain-English answers to the questions we get asked at the counter every week. No jargon unless we explain it.
Fitment
What battery does my car need?
Size, terminals, CCA and battery type: what to check before you buy, explained simply.
Read guide Warning signsHow do I know my car battery is dying?
Slow cranking, dim lights and that click when you turn the key. Here’s what each sign can mean.
Read guide Battery basicsWhat does CCA actually mean?
CCA means Cold Cranking Amps. Learn what the number means and why it matters when choosing a battery.
Read guide Start-stopAGM vs EFB: what’s the difference?
If your vehicle has stop-start, battery type matters. Understand the difference before choosing your replacement.
Read guide Battery lifeHow long should a car battery last?
Battery life depends on vehicle use, conditions and driving habits. Learn what can shorten its useful life.
Read guide Car won’t startWhat to do when your car won’t start
A calm, step-by-step run-through of simple things to check before calling for help.
Read guide BudgetAre reconditioned batteries any good?
Learn when a reconditioned battery can make sense, what to consider and when buying new is the better option.
Read guide RecyclingWhat should I do with my old battery?
Old batteries should not sit around. Learn how to bring yours in for recycling and ask about current scrap prices.
Read guide BuyingWhat battery does my 4WD or ute need?
Check battery size, terminal layout, CCA and battery type before you buy.
Read guide Dual battery setupsDo I need a dual battery system?
Understand when a second battery can help power camping gear, fridges and other accessories.
Read guide Touring & towingWhat battery do I need for touring or towing?
Find out what to consider when your vehicle carries extra loads or travels long distances.
Read guide BuyingWhat battery does my van or light truck need?
Understand battery size, terminal layout, CCA and battery type before choosing a replacement.
Read guide BuyingWhat battery does my truck need?
Understand battery size, terminal layout, CCA and battery type before choosing a replacement.
Read guide BuyingWhat battery does my mower need?
Learn what to check when choosing a replacement battery for your mower or ride-on mower.
Read guide BuyingWhat battery does my boat need?
Size, terminals, CCA and battery type: what to check before you buy.
Read guide Battery typesStarting vs deep-cycle: what’s the difference?
What changes when your boat needs to start an engine or power onboard equipment.
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