In something which may be traced to the expected influx of electric cars, the industry that is quiet but is expected to boom is the car battery business. With fueled cars being seen to become a thing of the past, hybrid and plug-in vehicles are expected to be the next generation modes of transportation which naturally rely heavily on car batteries. And from the countries touted to take advantage of this development, Germany is being wooed as the country heading the car battery industry.

Germany is positioned to be a global leader in this market segment. Business opportunities in Germany resulting from this trend will be presented at the Advanced Automotive Battery & EC Capacitor Conference in Long Beach, California from June 8-12.

Within the framework of the German economic stimulus program, over USD 700 million have been allocated for research funding in the area of electric mobility. Interest-reduced loans and grants can be received for developing new battery technology, as well as other hybrid drives and fuel cell technologies.

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Batteries need proper preventive maintenance for any occasion and this includes the summer time. Summer is driving season for family vacations and road trips, but high temperatures can put the brakes on the fun without proper vehicle maintenance.

America’s number one automotive replacement battery company, Interstate Batteries, offers preventive maintenance tips to families to help prepare their automobiles for worry-free summer travels.

Interstate Batteries recommends that individuals follow these simple maintenance tips:

• Perform a visual inspection – Examine the battery for dirt or debris, which often accumulates during the winter. Clean all surfaces to ensure an unsoiled connection between posts and cables. Wipe off terminals.
• Confirm fluid levels – If your battery has removable vent caps, remove them and check the water level in each cell. Make sure the water level is above the plate level. If necessary, add distilled water to the cells. You will not be able to confirm any water levels if the battery is not accessible or if it doesn’t have removable filler caps.
• Don’t overcharge – Overcharging can damage a battery as quickly as undercharging. To make sure the electrical system is charging correctly, have the battery and electrical charging system professionally tested every three to six months and especially prior to a vacation.
• Check indicator lights – Be familiar with your car battery’s indicator lights, which are designed to alert you when the battery needs attention. If the Battery or Charging System lights illuminate, have your vehicle’s battery and charging system tested by a qualified technician.

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Now here is a great little gadget that most car owner can find handy. At times when the car battery may go dead, the need to jumpstart or seek help from others is the only way to get a stalled vehicle up and running. But not with this Car Starter and Torch Device that can help you out of precarious situations.

This must-have car gadget provides emergency power to recharge your battery and start your engine – without going near the bonnet and without jump leads! The Car Starter uses a 12V lead that plugs conveniently into your car’s cigarette lighter and recharges a dead battery in less than 15 minutes. LED indicators show the charge status of your vehicle battery, as well as the charge condition of the Car Starter. There’s even a built–in 12V DC socket suitable for powering gadgets like your mobile phone, PDA, car vacuum and tire compressor!

Price: £49.95

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