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Will a solar charger replenish my car batter?

Because I do short journeys and low milage, my battery often needs charging. Would a solar charger help to keep the battery charged sand if so could you reccomend one.

Asked on 1 September 2014 by JOHN BUSH

Answered by Honest John
Better a battery conditioning float charger. A solar charger can only work via the accessory socket if that is hardwired directly to the battery.

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