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Why Battery Support Is Critical During Vehicle Scans, Programming, and ADAS Calibrations As modern vehicles become increasingly software-driven, the importance of proper battery support during diagnostic scans, module programming, and ADAS calibrations can no longer be overstated. What was once a quick scan tool connection is now a complex electronic procedure involving dozens of control

Know Your Power: The State of the Automotive Battery Industry August 18, 2025 Batteries are one of the most utilized global consumer commodities, helping to power everyday essentials that include everything from personal devices and household appliances to equipment being used in the latest space exploration missions. In fact, last year alone, batteries accounted for

With more than 18 years of experience in the automotive aftermarket, Kim Cottle has built a distinguished career focused on battery service, charging technology, and equipment leadership. In 2007, she joined Associated Equipment Corp., a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in automotive battery chargers and related service equipment, as Vice President of Operations. In 2012, she was

Q. Can I charge an AGM battery with a Manual charger? A. You can charge an AGM Battery with a manual charger with a caveat. In most cases the user will have to monitor the battery voltage while it is on charge. The amount of monitoring required will depend on the charger. One item to

Maximizing Fleet Uptime Through Smarter Battery Service Tools By Kimberly Cottle, President and CEO, Associated Equipment Corporation In today’s demanding fleet operations environment, minimizing downtime while maximizing vehicle reliability is a critical priority. Whether managing delivery trucks, municipal vehicles, or construction equipment, every hour a vehicle sits idle represents lost productivity and added cost. That’s