Q: best car battery
I was just wondering what do you recommend is the best car battery for my car?
My car has 182179 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
Hi Cesar. Thanks for contacting us today. There are several brands of car batteries that tend to last longer than most. Interstate, Optima and Duralast are among the best for cold cranking amps, which is really what makes a battery good. You might want to click this link to look up the recommended battery for your car, and choose one that is best suited for your individual application. If you are a Costco member, you’ll likely find the best deal on high-quality batteries.
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