Do you have any advice about driving to charge a flat battery?

If I take my car for a decent motorway run to charge battery, do you have any advice about speeds, gears, putting heaters on etc?

Asked on 11 January 2021 by the dreamer

Answered by Dan Powell

Due to the current lockdown, I would advise against any non-essential road travel at this time. If you are concerned about the battery in your car then I would recommend fitting a trickle charger.

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