How Many Miles Does A Car Battery Last?

If you’re tired of looking for the jumper cables every you need to start your car, it is time for a car battery replacement. You may be thinking your car battery isn’t very old. How could it be dying? Just how many miles does a car battery last? A dead battery is a frustrating inconvenience that can be avoided. The best time to replace your battery is before it dies so you’re not left stranded in a parking lot somewhere or on the side of the road.

But how do you know when it’s time to replace your car battery? There are a few obvious signs that you can notice:

• The engine barely cranks
• The check engine light stays on
• The battery case has been warped or is loose
• Battery fluid is leaking around the terminals

So how many miles does a car battery last? Compared to the life of your car, the typical lifespan of a battery is fairly short, anywhere between three to five years. And, depending on the climate in which you live together with your driving conditions, a car battery replacement may be needed before the end of three years.

• Climate affects the life of your battery. Extreme temperature changes play havoc on the lifespan of a battery. Summer’s heat can lead to the evaporation of water in the battery acid, resulting in decreased performance and subpar starting power. In freezing temperatures, engine oil is thicker, adding strain on your battery causing it to work harder to generate enough energy to keep your car running smoothly.
• How you drive affects the life of your battery. If you generally drive short distances, such as a short commute to the office and the grocery store, your battery doesn’t have enough running time to fully get recharged between stops. Also, if you don’t drive every day, but let your car sit in the garage for extended periods of time, the battery keeps draining even with the engine off.

General Rule of Thumb: Even without any warning signs of failure, it would be wise to get a car battery replacement about every three or four years.

Wondering how many miles does a car battery last? Contact our ASE-certified technicians at Rebel Automotive for more information about a car battery replacement and to schedule an appointment. Our auto shop serves vehicle owners in Henderson, NV, Las Vegas, NV, and North Las Vegas, NV.