Can You Drive When the Car Battery Light Is On?
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You cannot drive when the car battery light is on. Here is an introduction to why driving is not recommended when the battery light is on: 1. If the light remains on after starting the car or while driving, it indicates that the generator's output voltage is lower than the battery voltage, the generator is not working, or there is a fault in the power supply circuit. In this case, the vehicle is running on battery power, and you should take it to a repair shop as soon as possible to inspect the generator and charging circuit. 2. Like all batteries, the car's 12-volt battery will eventually run out of power, which is why cars have a built-in charging system. Most cars are equipped with an alternator and a voltage regulator to charge the battery and power the vehicle while the engine is running. Typically, the alternator can output between 500-1000 watts of power when needed.