How do I know if my car battery is dying?
- A slow, dragging start on cold mornings
- Dim headlights at idle, or lights that flicker when you start
- A battery or charging warning light
- Corrosion on the terminals, or a swollen case
- A battery more than three or four years old
Batteries often fail without warning in the first hard frost. A test takes about 10 minutes and gives a clear answer.
How do you test a car battery?
We test cold-cranking power and state of charge, and check the charging system so a weak alternator isn't mistaken for a bad battery. It takes about 10 minutes.
If it passes, you're on your way. If not, we show you the result and quote a replacement before touching anything.
How long does a car battery last in Canadian winters?
Approximately 3 to 5 years in Ontario, though it varies. Cold weather cuts starting power, and short trips never fully recharge the battery. Once it's past three years old, have it tested every fall.
Does my car need an AGM battery?
- Conventional
- Standard flooded battery for most cars without start-stop, typically the most economical option.
- EFB
- Enhanced flooded battery for entry-level start-stop systems.
- AGM
- For start-stop and cars with heavy electrical loads. If your car came with AGM, replace it with AGM; it costs more than a conventional battery.
Price depends on the battery type and the size your vehicle takes; replacement usually takes 20 to 30 minutes.
Prices are not published online yet. Call 905-348-4020 with your vehicle or tire size for today's price.
Some newer cars need the new battery registered to the car's computer. Ask when you call whether we can register the battery on your model.
Can I get a battery replaced on a Sunday?
Yes. We are open Sundays until 6 PM and until 9 PM Monday through Saturday. Battery replacements require no appointment and typically take 20 to 30 minutes. As a battery distributor we stock most common sizes; call to confirm yours today.
Call 905-348-4020 with your year, make and model to confirm we have yours on the shelf.
Brands and warranty
Ask for the brand and warranty on the battery that fits your vehicle. Warranty length depends on the battery tier and model, which we confirm before you buy.
Your old battery is collected for recycling. Buying for a shop or a fleet? See wholesale and fleet.
