Recently here in eastern Canada we have been experiencing the coldest weather in decades. So far approximately three weeks of sub-zero temperatures between -20 and -30 degrees Celsius, with the windshield factor temperatures have reached -49 degrees Celsius.
The experts say that the windshield factor does not affect cars in any way, I do not agree with that conclusion here is why:
One of my cars uses synthetic oil (2010 Honda model) and is parked in the open, the other has conventional oil and is parked outside but in a wind shielded car port (2009 Hyundai model). The unshielded car with synthetic motor oil had trouble starting while the shielded car port car started immediately (both have original batteries).
Which brings me to car batteries, how do you know when it's weak or ready to die.The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) released an article on this subject, here are the results:
Signs to watch out for:
1) Your vehicle cranks slowly when trying to start.
2) You hear a grinding, clicking or buzzing when you turn the ignition on.
3) Your vehicle has previously stalled.
4) Your headlights dim when you are idling but brighten when you rev the engine.
Some other tips:
1) Turn off your vehicle's lights, heater and radio before trying to start it.
2) Remember that the average life of a battery is three to five years, but driving conditions, weather and lack of care can shorten the lifespan of a battery.
Full article by CAA on Yahoo Autos: http://ca.autos.yahoo.com/news/winter-driving-tips-battery-die-175704545.html
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