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On average a car battery lasts 3 to 5 years, but poor driving conditions and insufficient car maintenance can reduce the life of your battery. Here are some warning signs from AAA that your car battery may experience a breakdown: 1) Your battery is more than three years old; 2) You hear a buzzing, clicking or scraping sound when you turn the ignition on; 3) Your automobile cranks slowly when trying to start; 4) Your automobile stalls; 5) Your headlights become dim when your automobile is idle, but intensify when you rev the engine
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Frigid weather can often decrease tire pressure. To combat this, drivers should regularly inspect their tires and maintain the manufacturer's recommended tire pressure found on the driver's door jamb. AAA also advises that drivers never decrease tire pressure in order to augment traction on icy roads.
Severe winter weather can be both daunting and perilous for automobile travel. As Connecticut braces for single-digit temperatures in the upcoming days, AAA is offering these tips to keep you and your vehicle moving.