To prevent car battery corrosion or alkaline battery buildup, check your battery terminals and compartments periodically. Clean them as needed and ensure proper storage for devices to minimize exposure to extreme temperatures.
While storing a vehicle long term, you may want to consider removing the battery entirely and leaving it in a dry place. Use a “slow charger” like a battery tender to charge up the battery the next time you need to run the vehicle, rather than a harsh jump starter that wears out the battery with repeated uses.
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