Hi; Is there any reason to save my almost-dead 12-volt Panasonic battery?

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  1. peripatetic pri

    peripatetic pri Junior Member

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    They are supposed to be really good batteries. Mine only lasted about 4 yrs - maybe bc didn't drive enough during pandemic. Just about to replace. Dlr gives $20 off if you bring old one back Is there any point to hanging on to old one? Thx
     
    #1 peripatetic pri, Apr 18, 2023
  2. Leadfoot J. McCoalroller

    Leadfoot J. McCoalroller Senior Member

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    No, recycle it.
     
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    cyberpriusII Prodigyplace says I'm Super Kris

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    Yes. Take it back and get your $20. Most states in the USA require retailers to charge a CORE charge. Because if they did not a lot of thse batteries would end up in landfills. Most states do not have a set CORE refund, but it seems to hover around $20 to $35.
     
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    dealer will give you $20 even if you don't buy the battery there? that's decent, better than most auto parts stores
     
    #4 jamesprius, Apr 26, 2023
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