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Game Day Tailgating? Keep That Battery Alive!

by Javier Maldonado - Posted 4 years ago

Don't kill that battery tailgating!

1. Clean your car battery ahead of time.

Did you know? You can help your car battery run longer and stronger with a super simple DIY. Clean and lubricate the terminals with a homemade solution the night before game day to ensure a secure connection. Keeping your battery terminals clear of corrosion and buildup can help maintain a steady current flowing to all your game day tech. Plus, clean terminals will reduce stress on your battery in the long term and can extend its lifespan.

2. Get a trickle charger for your car battery.

If your tailgating vehicle of choice has been sitting idle in the garage (or even if it hasn’t!), your battery could probably use a boost. Invest in a trickle charger to keep your car battery from dying on game day. Trickle chargers deliver a small flow of electricity to your battery (typically over a 24-hour or longer period) to keep its charge level high. You can find them online for as little as $16.

If you decide to use a trickle charger, choose a charger with a “float” monitor and automatic shutoff feature to keep your battery from overheating while it charges. Now, you’d better hope your team is just as amped up as your car battery!

3. Use an alternative power source.

When it comes to how to keep your battery from dying at a tailgate, there’s one surefire way to go: don’t deplete the battery in the first place! Yes, it’s convenient to use a car power inverter to power up your tailgate party, but you may regret it when your battery is toast after the fourth quarter.

Instead, opt for a completely external power source, like a portable power pack or generator. These small-but-mighty machines put out enough electricity for your tailgating essentials. Plus, they’re handy on and off the tailgate lot since they can help you jumpstart a car — whether it’s yours or your less-savvy neighbor’s.

4. Maintain a strong battery.

Would you rather head to a victory celebration after the game, or sit in the parking lot with a car that won’t start? If you’re like most of us, you don’t think about your battery’s charge level—until it dies completely. Plan ahead and make sure your battery has enough power remaining to support your tailgate AND get you home afterward.

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