How long will a car battery last if the car is not driven?
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The duration a car battery can last when the car is not driven depends on specific conditions: 1. Battery terminals disconnected: With a fully charged battery, it can typically last about 12 to 24 months. The exact duration is related to the storage environment temperature - higher temperatures lead to more noticeable battery capacity decline. For household vehicle batteries, the storage time is approximately 6 to 12 months. If the battery is already in a depleted state, this time will be shorter. 2. Battery terminals remain connected: Even when the vehicle is in sleep mode, many electrical components continue to operate, such as internal monitoring functions and some vehicle controllers. This causes continuous battery capacity reduction. The vehicle can generally remain parked for about 1 to 3 months, though in some cases this period may be even shorter.