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How do I keep my car battery from freezing in North Dakota?

I just moved to North Dakota, and I'm worried about my car battery freezing. Are there any hacks to prevent this?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Keeping your car battery in tip-top condition in
North Dakota
isn’t always easy, especially when the temperatures drop to Arctic-like conditions.
While your car battery doesn’t technically freeze, the cold can prevent it from working properly. To eliminate this problem, follow these tips to keep your battery running strong:
  • Drive every day for at least 10 minutes to maintain a healthy charge on the battery
  • Park your car in a garage, if possible
  • Wrap your battery in a thermal blanket
  • Charge your battery regularly if you’re not driving
  • Have your battery tested regularly
If you follow these steps, you should be able to avoid your battery dying or failing to start your car.
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