AAA estimates nearly 2 million battery-related service calls each summer as Jerry's Automotive urges drivers to check charging systems before heat causes failures.
On Thursday, July 2, 2026, Jerry's Automotive launched a technical awareness initiative focused on vehicle battery health and electrical system reliability for Mid-Michigan drivers during summer's hottest stretch.
Summer heat causes electrolyte fluid to evaporate, corroding internal lead plates permanently, while AAA estimates it responds to nearly 2 million battery-related service calls nationwide every summer.
Drivers should watch for slow engine cranking, dim lights, or batteries more than three years old; led by ASE Master Technician Chris Luoma, the shop holds NAPA AutoCare Gold Center status.
Jerry's ASE-certified technicians evaluate battery capacity and charging system performance, offering loaner vehicles and shuttle services so electrical checks do not disrupt customer workdays.
Serving Lansing since 1965, the business maintains an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, and every repair is backed by a 5-year, 50,000-mile warranty through NAPA AutoCare Gold Center.