Are certain car battery brands harmful for your car?

According to Consumer Reports magazine, car battery brand is not necessarily an indicator of whether a battery is harmful to particular vehicles. Motorists are advised to check their owner's manual for the recommended size battery and refer to ratings for one suiting their needs and budget -regardless of brand.

Instead of basing purchases off of brand loyalty, Consumer Reports encourages readers to research test results done on car batteries and use those findings in making their decision. The organization states that there may be a fluctuation in the quality of brands from year to year, with certain brands more harmful to some vehicles than others in the end.