Does a new battery need to be charged for 12 hours?
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A new battery does not need to be charged for 12 hours; the general charging time is around 8-10 hours. Functions of a car battery: The primary uses of a car battery are for starting and lighting in automobiles, motorcycles, tractors, diesel engines, etc. The car battery acts as a voltage stabilizer for the entire vehicle's electrical system, mitigating impact voltages in the electrical system and protecting the electronic equipment in the car. How a battery works: It converts chemical energy into electrical energy. Batteries are categorized into conventional batteries, dry-charged batteries, and maintenance-free batteries. Typically, when people refer to a battery, they mean a lead-acid battery. The normal service life of a car battery ranges from 1 to 8 years, depending largely on the condition of the vehicle.