Frequently Asked Questions

How expensive are Automotive Batteries?
Reconditioned Automotive Batteries start at $70. New Automotive Batteries start at $140.
What Brands of Automotive batteries do you carry?
We carry our house brand, Motor City Battery, as well as AC-Delco, and Optima. We have availability to Motorcraft on a next day basis, and for those on a budget AGAN (As Good As New)..
Do you install automotive batteries?
All of our automotive batteries are installed FREE OF CHARGE regardless of make or model of the vehicle.
How long is the warranty on new batteries?
3 YEARS FREE REPLACEMENT on all new Motor City and Optima Automotive Batteries and longer on select AC Delco and Motorcraft Batteries. 1 YEAR WARRANTY ON POWERSPORT, MARINE, AND GOLF CART BATTERY.
What is a reconditioned battery?

A reconditioned battery is a used battery that is less than two years old, charged, tested and returned to OE Specifications. All Reconditioned Automotive Batteries have a 1 YEAR FREE REPLACEMENT.

Do I need to make an appointment?
No appointment is necessary
How long does it take to have an automotive battery installed?
Most batteries are installed in 20 Minutes or less.
What are the hours/days of operation?
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday, and 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday at all stores.

We are also open 10:00 to 3:00 p.m on Sunday at the Lincoln Park store only.

Do you sell motorcycle batteries?
We sell original equipment Yuasa as well Deka, both are made in America. We also offer a less expensive line for those on a budget.
What kind of Golf Cart Batteries do you carry?
We carry Trojan, the leader in golf Cart Batteries and original equipment applications
Do you buy scrap batteries, and how much do you pay?
We buy lead by the pound, call to check for current pricing.
Do you deliver and install batteries?
No, we only install batteries at our locations, and sell them across the counter for those who want to do it themselves.
What happens if my car battery is too weak to start?

Bring the battery up to one of our locations for testing. If the battery is too low to test, we will charge it, and test it for free.

BROWSE OUR BATTERIES

AUTOMOTIVE
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MARINE / RV
BATTERIES

GOLF CART / lawn &
garden BATTERIES

Powersports
BATTERIES

SPECIALTY
BATTERIES

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Marty Miller
August 9, 2026
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Was grateful to find this business open on a Sunday. Excellent service. Staff was friendly and presented me with all my options for replacing my battery. In and out within 10 minutes. Would highly recommend this place for any battery need!
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Joe Maginnis
July 20, 2026
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Excellent walk-in service (terminal was extremely corroded, they got it soaked in solvent and removed without damage), excellent price on an OEM spec brand new replacement battery, no reason to get battery work done anywhere else.
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Lynn Eastin
June 23, 2026
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Great place, got a reconditioned battery for my gf.

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