Common Causes

• The battery itself is old and no longer holding charge
• A faulty alternator not recharging the battery while driving
• A parasitic drain from a component staying powered when the car is off
• Short journeys that never give the battery time to fully recharge

Is It Safe to Keep Driving?

Yes, but a battery on its way out can leave you stranded with little warning, and a failing alternator can also affect other electrical systems. Worth testing sooner rather than waiting for it to fail completely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you tell if it’s the battery or the alternator?

We test the battery’s state of health and the alternator’s charging output separately on-site, so we can confirm the actual cause before recommending a repair.

How long does a battery replacement take?

Most replacements are completed within an hour, including testing and fitting.

Do modern batteries need special handling?

Some start-stop vehicles need a battery management system reset or registration after replacement, which we carry out as part of the job where required.