Expert Tips
Power Up for School: A Parent's Guide to Safe Charging Solutions
14 January 2026As Australian families prepare for the 2026 school year, there's one critical consideration that could save both money and hassle: understanding your school's power bank policy before you shop.
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Is Your Marine Battery Ready for the Water?
8 January 2026As the school holidays draw to a close, many of us are making the most of the last few weeks of summer with a day out on the water. Before you launch, it’s worth asking – is your marine battery ready?
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Easy Tips On How To Keep Connected For Summer Travel
5 December 2025Long gone are the days of using a postcard to keep in touch with loved ones back home.
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Why AGM Deep Cycle Batteries Are Still a Powerhouse for Aussie Adventures
2 December 2025AGM deep cycle batteries remain one of the most trusted power options for 4X4 owners, caravanners, campers and boaties across Australia.
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Get Ready for Camping Season with Battery World
1 December 2025As the warmer months approach, it’s time to dust off the tent, check your gear, and make sure your power setup is ready for another unforgettable camping season!
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Don’t Get Left In The Dark: Aussies Urged To Check Emergency Kits
27 November 2025Storm season is already making its presence felt across Australia, with severe weather events causing widespread power outages affecting tens of thousands of homes.
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Be Storm-Ready: How Lithium Power Stations Keep You Running When the Lights Go Out.
24 November 2025Storm season is in full swing, and QLD and NSW have already felt the early effects - wild weather, fallen branches, flash flooding, and of course, unexpected power outages.
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Get Your Boat Ready: Essential Tips for Aussie Boating Season
21 November 2025Boating season has arrived across Australia, and there’s no better time to make sure your vessel is ready to hit the water.
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Surviving the Great Australian Drive: 5 key hacks for getting from Adventure to Back again.
18 November 2025From dramatic coastal vistas to endless seas of desert sand and the red centre, to lush tropical rainforest, Australia is blessed with some of the greatest drives in the world.
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Battery World’s Safety Tips for a Brighter, Safer Festive Season
14 November 2025Whether you’re adding a gentle sparkle to the family Christmas tree or transforming the whole front yard into a show-stopping holiday spectacle, it’s important to set up your lights safely.
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Boaties Urged To Perform Crucial Maintenance Checks Before Hitting The Water
7 November 2025As Aussies gear up for another busy boating season, authorities and experts are reminding everyone that safety starts well before you hit the water - and that begins with checking your batteries.
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Don’t Wait for Black Friday – Your Car Battery Might Not
20 October 2025Black Friday is just around the corner and we’re gearing up for something special. Here’s the thing though - when it comes to your car battery, playing the waiting game can be risky.
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Motorbike Pre-Ride Checklist: Stay Powered and Road-Ready
29 September 2025There’s nothing better than the freedom of the open road on two wheels. Whether you’re taking a Sunday morning ride or planning an extended touring adventure, preparation is vital.
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A Smarter Battery for Your Adventures
21 July 2025Travelling Australia is our happy place. So, whether it’s visiting those outback country towns, spending time on the coast or travelling remotely, dependable, reliable auxiliary power is essential for running fridges, lights and these days even a toaster or an induction hot plate.
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How Extreme Weather Conditions Can Affect Your Battery
16 July 2025Did you know that more than 50% of vehicle breakdowns are battery-related, and over 85% of early battery failures are the result of a flat or faulty battery.
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Neglect Your Recreational ‘Toys’ In Winter & Risk Finding Yourself Powerless In Spring
10 July 2025If you enjoy powering your outdoor passion and are counting down the days until spring, don’t risk the disappointment of a flat personal watercraft, motorbike or RV battery.
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Winter Camping Tips For Your Seasonal Family Break
26 June 2025With the mid-year school break just around the corner there are plenty of Aussie families preparing to hit the camping trail. To ensure it’s a resounding success, there is merit in the Scout’s motto: Be Prepared.
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Top Car Battery Care Tips from Battery World
13 June 2025If the frosty mornings aren’t biting hard enough, a flat car battery will likely push you over the edge, and with a ‘polar blast’ sweeping Australia, the country’s leading battery retailer is educating motorists on how to avoid being caught out this winter.
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How to Safely and Effectively Wake Up a Lithium Battery
01 June 2025If your LiFePO₄ (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery appears completely dead—no power to your fridge, no lights, no voltage—it may not be faulty. It could simply be in sleep mode.
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How To Keep On Top Of Vehicle Maintenance: A Message From Battery World This National Road Safety Week
15 May 2025‘Pledge to drive so others survive’ is the slogan for National Road Safety Week (11-18 May 2025), and the Battery World team is reminding motorists that remaining safe on our roads is as much about vehicle maintenance as it is responsible driving.
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Preparing for an Easter Camping Trip!
14 April 2025Ah, Easter. A time for chocolate eggs, unpredictable weather, and that annual tradition: the Easter camping trip...
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The Chilly Truth About Batteries in Winter: Myths and Tips
04 March 2025If you've ever found yourself turning the key, only to be met with that dreaded clicking sound or worse stubborn silence you're not alone...
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Portable Power Systems For Camping: A Must-Have For The Holiday Season
28 October 2024As the holiday season approaches, more people are looking to escape the hustle and bustle by heading into nature for camping trips.
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Marine Battery Tips
25 October 2024Are you planning a day on the water soon? If so, do you know if your marine battery is in good shape?
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Lawn Mower Battery
21 August 2024As Spring starts to arrive and the brown grass that is holding the soil together returns to life with twinges of green, keeping the grass under control this season starts to cross our minds.
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Upgrading Your Flooded, AGM or Gel Battery System To Lithium
20 August 2024Your old dual battery system needs new batteries and you are considering the move to Lithium, what do you need to know?
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Understanding battery ratings
14 March 2024Lead acid batteries like this 68MF automotive battery or Seafarer 780 have a multitude of multitude of battery ratings listed across the top. But how do we make sense of them, and do they really matter? Let’s take a look.
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Are higher CCA’s better?
13 March 2024When it comes to choosing a replacement car battery, a lot of people will tell you “higher CCA’s are better”, and that there is somehow a correlation between a higher CCA rating, and a longer lasting battery.
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How to choose the right battery
12 March 2024When it comes to choosing a battery for your car there are a few things you should know.
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How to test a lead acid battery
11 March 2024How do you test a lead-acid battery? Well to do it properly, you need to take it to a workshop or Battery World store who has a specialised battery tester.
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Maximising Battery Life
08 March 2024The battery is the most vital piece of equipment in your vehicle.
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Why do car batteries go flat?
07 March 2024Why do car batteries go flat? Well there are a multitude of ways this can happen, but they generally fall under 5 different categories.
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Overland Adventures Australia with John Kilby
08 September | 2023Join John from Overland Adventures Australia as he shows us how he uses his new dual battery system!
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Power Your Passion With Wild Reaches
17 July | 2023Join Nathan from Wild Reaches as he shows us some of the gear he uses when exploring Australia!
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Century Lead Acid Battery Tips
20 June | 2023For many people, the battery which is fitted to their car, boat or caravan is a 'set and forget' proposition - and many wouldn't know where to start when it comes to checking or maintaining them for maximum longevity.
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Flat Car Battery? Know The Warning Signs And What Action To Take
22 December | 2022Today’s cars are complex and filled with modern technology. It may be surprising to discover that the number one cause of vehicle breakdowns is still battery issues.
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Preserve your car battery life with correct maintenance and care
21 December | 2022Don’t give your battery an early death sentence. Start caring for your battery today.
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Summer road trip checklist for your ultimate holiday getaway
12 December | 2022Want the ultimate summer road trip checklist? Discover what to plan, do, download and pack for your fabulous road adventure.
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Don’t forget the batteries for toys – or you'll end up on the naughty list
07 December | 2022'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even the mouse.
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How to jump-start a car. Follow these steps to keep on motoring
30 November | 2022You can safely jump-start a flat car battery. Learn what you need. Follow step-by-step instructions and avoid the dangers.
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Have You Got The Power To Cross The Simpson Desert?
27 October | 2022Follow these trip preparation tips to power through the Simpson Desert with ease.
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Why Do I Need A Deep Cycle Battery
12 October | 2022To fully enjoy the outdoors and all it has to offer, many turn to deep cycle batteries and so enjoy camping, caravanning, and boating.
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Why Steve Pizzati Believes Spring Is The Best Time To Check Your Battery
09 October | 2022It’s not just us humans that we’ve dragged ourselves through a long winter, your car and motorbike has experienced a long, miserable Winter too!
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Which Deep Cycle Battery Is Best For Camping?
01 September | 2022Your camping style will determine which deep cycle battery is the right one to see you through your camping adventure.
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9 Marine Tips To Make Sure You Don't Get Stuck On Land
18 August | 2022Today is the day. All week you have been planning for a weekend on the water. Between the BOM and Windy, the forecast points in one direction – ‘Perfect day on the water’.
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Winter Camping Tips With Steve Pizzati
25 July | 2022Despite what many people would think, camping in the wintertime, especially around the snowier areas of Australia, can be a total delight. Seeing snow-capped peaks reveal themselves on a crystal-clear morning is truly one of life’s great pleasures.
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Don't Let A Flat Battery Ruin Your Next Adventure
28 June | 2022Do you love a motorcycle adventure as much as I do? The thrill of a journey where it is just you, the bike and whatever you can carry in your panniers. The promise of the big open road and an itinerary that is all about the ride. But have you ever had a much-anticipated ride cancelled because your motorcycle battery was flat?
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Battery World Urges Parents To Add Car Safety Checks To Learn-To-Drive Mix
25 May | 2022As a passionate advocate for vehicle safety and battery heath, Battery World is calling for a re-examination of the learn-to-drive mix, urging parents to teach their kids about basic car maintenance tips to prevent any unexpected breakdowns.
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How To Choose The Right Battery
27 April | 2022When choosing the right battery for your needs you may be comparing a few different battery types at different price points and configurations.
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Tips For Your Car's Battery During The Colder Months
14 April | 2022Winter is a risky time for car batteries. They need to be constantly maintained with warmth and energy to keep them in good working order – even when your car isn’t being used.
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P-Plater Under The Bonnet
12 April | 2022You may be surprised to hear that the driving days Steve Pizzati enjoys running the most are the ones where he is teaching young drivers.
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5 Ways To Maintain Your Motorbike Battery
23 March | 2022There’s no better way to explore Australia or side-step morning traffic than on a motorcycle. Whether you’re planning an outdoor adventure or commute to work on your two wheels, keeping your motorcycle battery in tip-top condition, here’s how.
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Chasing Sunsets With John & Liz Kilby
16 March | 2022Well, you’ve packed the 4WD for that Easter break, your prep has begun! You’ve drafted the menu, been to the supermarket, checked the tyres, filled the gas bottle, snuck in a couple of new fishing lures… but what about the battery?
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How To Choose The Right Battery Charger
15 March | 2022Having recently had a few battery problems after I had supposedly charged them up, I’ve come to the conclusion that my trusty charger may not be as decent as I thought...
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Off-Grid Camping – What Do I Need To Get Set Up?
02 March | 2022Off-grid camping is one of life’s true pleasures – as long as you’ve got the right set-up..
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Battery World Charged To Help Farmers Reduce Costs
11 February | 2022Energy continues to be a dominant input cost for farmers and while a recent report from the Commonwealth Bank says 76% of farmers are planning to tap into solar and battery storage: in the interim there are ways to save...
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Steve Pizzati's Top Boating Destinations
27 January | 2022Whether it was last week or thirty years ago, anyone with a boat remembers that almost giddy feeling of buying your very first one and then getting out onto the water for your first day of open water freedom...
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Charge Into The New Year With Tips For Everyday Battery Needs
12 January | 2022If there’s one thing we learnt from the last few years it’s being prepared for anything.
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Remote Camping Gems With Steve Pizzati
02 December | 2021The one thing we all have in common is that we’ve all been dreaming about the places we’d like to get to once the borders finally open.
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Changing Your Battery With Steve Pizzati
25 November | 2021Join Australian race car driver, automotive journalist and television presentor Steve Pizzati as he gives a few tips and tricks for changing your car and motorbike batteries!
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Chasing Sunsets With John & Liz Kilby
15 November | 2021Having traversed many a scenic route across diverse Australian terrain, John and Liz Kilby offer up their tips and tricks to set you up for an awesome adventure!
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Dual Battery Systems With Dave Casey
26 October | 2021Join Stadium Super Truck Driver Dave Casey for a quick rundown on dual battery systems for 4 Wheel Drives!
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Myth Or Fact?
31 August | 2021We look at 5 commonly cited battery facts and review if they are actually myth or fact...
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Steve Pizzati’s Top Five Off-Road Destinations
22 July | 2021Race car driver Steve Pizzati, who has teamed up with Battery World as their automotive category expert, said during his time as a motoring journalist and driving instructor he was lucky enough to travel to some of the best locations in Australia.
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Maintainable Vs Maintenance Free
26 May | 2021When selecting a battery for your motorcycle, you may be faced with the decision of choosing between a Maintainable or Maintenance Free battery. But what are the differences - and why should you choose one over the other?
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Sick of WFH? Turn your 4x4 into an off-grid office
20 May | 2021Could you swap four white walls for the great outdoors and work off-grid? With more Australians embracing a mix of remote working and office life, the adventurous among us may be looking for a better backdrop
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Battery World drives mission for all Aussies to prioritise automotive battery care
06 May | 2021How often do you think about your car battery’s health before hitting the road? Batteries are such a normal part of our lives that we barely give them thought…until something goes wrong.
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Battery World’s battery tips for your next marine adventure
30 April | 2021For many water enthusiasts, a trip out on the boat or jet ski is the perfect adventure.
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DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE ELEVENTH POWER, BOOK A BATTERY TEST
14 April | 2021Call outs for flat car batteries surged during the pandemic as vehicles were left idle, and now with the colder months approaching, cars are at greater risk of battery failure.
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Battery World Helps Aussies Power Up Their Campsite This Easter
11 March | 2021Powering up your campsite this Easter is no small feat, but when it’s done, you know you’re in for a treat. After all, poorly planned camps, especially with a family in tow, can lead to some unhappy campers.
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Camping Expert Advice With Howdie
09 March | 2021Howdie from Battery World Ipswich gives his expert advice along with a range of camping tips to ensure you have a great camping trip!
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Top Tips To Keep Your Gear Recharged These Holidays
11 December | 2020As families gear up to get away these holidays, it’s likely outdoor leisure will be a feature as parents and kids look to enjoy the outdoors and what our nation has to offer.
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Battery World's Safety Tips During The Festive Season
27 November | 2020Whether you’re wrapping a few small lights around the family Christmas tree or decking out the entire front yard to sleigh all your neighbours this year, it’s important to make sure you’re setting these lights up safely.
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Battery Safety: Basic Tips
03 June | 2020Batteries are such a normal part of our lives that we barely think of safety. When handling an automotive battery, we might think of safe lifting techniques due to the weight of the battery, but most of us don’t think about safety of phone and other small batteries.
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AA and AAA Battery Replacement
29 May | 2020We’ve all experienced the frustration of our small batteries failing.
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I Have A Swollen Battery, What Now?
05 May | 2020Lithium-ion batteries are the darlings of modern technology but, like anything, there are pros and cons.
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What Are Your Everyday Battery Needs
05 May | 2020Most of us use a range of batteries every day, and if asked to list them all it presents a small challenge.
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Powering Your Power Tools
27 April | 2020With all the staying at home that’s going on, there is a lot of DIY to go with it. Whether it’s overdue repairs, new projects, or something creative like betting up a mini golf course for the kids, power tools are getting a workout.
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Recycle Your Car Battery
26 April | 2020If you’ve ever replaced your own car battery, you may have had the dilemma of what to do with the dead battery.
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Getting The Right Battery For Your Vehicle
22 April | 2020Like new shoes, your new battery needs to be fit for purpose, and price alone is not the only consideration
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Would You Know If Your Car Battery Was Flat?
21 April | 2020A few years ago a friend drove to work, parked the car as they always did, and put in the hard slog for the next eight hours. On returning to the car, it wouldn’t start.
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Looking Forward To Your Next Ride?
17 April | 2020It’s not just during lockdown times that motorbikes need some love and attention. Every day that your bike is not being ridden, the battery is being drained just a little.
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Off Grid Camping - What Do I Need To Get Set Up?
16 April | 2020Off-grid camping is one of life’s true pleasures – as long as you’ve got the right set-up. If not, we trust you enjoy dehydrated meals, bad coffee, warm beer, and 7pm bed time!
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Battery Safety: 9 Volt
15 April | 2020Smoke alarms save lives. There’s no doubt about it, and this is why it’s recommended that you replace the batteries once or twice a year.
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Why Do I Need A Deep Cycle Battery?
15 April | 2020To fully enjoy the outdoors and all it has to offer, many turn to deep cycle batteries and so enjoy camping, caravanning, and boating.
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How's Your Battery Literacy?
14 April | 2020It’s always good to have access to experts when we need it, but experts have a way of making things look so simple we think we could do it ourselves.
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Battery Care 101: Monitoring Your Battery
26 March | 2020During our period of social distancing, many cars will be similary isolated. Your car batter does not fare well when unused, and a flat battery can be the result in a fairly short space of time.
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Battery Care 101: Maintaining Charge When Your Vehicle Is Not In Use
26 March | 2020It's a common story that an extended vacation is spoiled by returning to discover a flat battery...
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