DELAND, Fla. – The name Battery Tender is likely familiar to many, as it’s often spotted in garages, connected to motorcycles during off-seasons, or nestled in emergency roadside kits. However, not everyone knows that Battery Tender is more than just a product name—it’s the company itself, and its base of operations is located right in Volusia County.
In the latest segment of Trooper Steve on Patrol, I ventured northward to discover more about this company, especially after facing my own share of battery troubles recently. It’s a universal truth that a dead car battery at an inconvenient moment can turn a smooth day into a frustrating one.
Battery woes are a common plight for many drivers, whether it’s due to accidentally leaving the lights on, neglecting a vehicle for too long, or a motorcycle battery giving up after a dormant season.
To delve deeper into battery solutions, I sat down with Clinton Green, Vice President of Sales at Battery Tender. My goal was to uncover insights into chargers, maintainers, jump starters, and the innovations ensuring vehicle batteries remain reliable.
And let me assure you, Clinton Green is a true expert when it comes to batteries.
And let me tell you… this guy knows his batteries.
One of the biggest takeaways from our conversation was the difference between a traditional battery charger and a battery tender or maintainer. A charger is designed to quickly replenish power to a dead or low battery. A battery tender, on the other hand, is designed for long-term maintenance, helping keep a battery at optimal levels without overcharging it.
That’s especially important for vehicles that don’t get driven every day.
We also talked about emergency jump packs, portable charging options, and how today’s battery technology has evolved far beyond what most of us grew up with. Some of the newer lithium-powered jump starters are small enough to fit in a glove box but powerful enough to jump-start a truck.
For me, this patrol was one of those reminders that some of the biggest companies and innovations are quietly operating right here in our own backyard.
And honestly? Learning how to properly maintain your battery may save you from sitting stranded in a parking lot waiting for a tow truck later.
So if your battery is showing signs of struggling, your vehicle sits for long periods of time, or you’ve never checked the age of your battery before, now might be a good time to start paying attention.
Because trust me, batteries always seem to fail at the absolute worst possible moment.
