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12 Common Reasons Why Your Car Battery Keeps Dying (and How to Prevent It)

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There’s nothing more frustrating than being all set to head out only to find your car won’t start. A dead battery is a common culprit, and it always seems to happen at the worst time. But why does your car battery keep dying? The answer isn’t always straightforward. Your battery is essentially your car’s heartbeat it powers everything from the ignition to the infotainment system. If it’s consistently failing, you need to look into the real reasons behind it. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the most common causes of battery drain, especially for drivers in warm-weather regions like the UAE. 1. Forgetting to Turn Things Off (Human Error) We’ve all done it left the headlights on, the dome light glowing,...

Keep reading Published on: 15/Jun/2025

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