In this episode of the Bumper to Bumper Podcast, hosts Dave Riccio, Co-Creator of Bumper to Bumper Radio and Jon Riggle uncover the real role your car’s battery plays — and why even a battery that “starts the car just fine” could be causing serious, hidden issues.From erratic transmission shifting to electrical gremlins and memory loss in your vehicle's systems, this episode reveals how a weak or corroded battery can lead to major (and expensive) problems.What you'll learn in this episode:- Why a car that starts might still have a bad battery- How low battery voltage causes hard shifts, no-starts, or false transmission diagnoses- The truth about battery lifespan in hot climates (like Arizona)- OEM vs. cheap aftermarket batteries: what's the difference?- How corrosion destroys wiring — and how to prevent it- Real shop stories where a simple battery fix saved thousands in unnecessary repairsGot a car question you want featured? Tap the link below!Brought to you by Tri-City Transmission & Auto Repair#carbattery #carmaintenance #autorepair #bumpertobumperradio #bumpertobumperpodcast