[asphaltgambler]

Batteries and tires have a lot in common with each other - being either "Go" or "No Go". You can have the slickest $100K ride or all important work vehicle that makes you money and if it won't crank to due to a dead battery or a tire that is flat on the bottom; you aint goin nowhere, no how.

I use Interstate batteries exclusively, although I do get a fair discount because of my work relationship. Also buy good, proven brands of tires. There's not too much I skimp on regarding maintenance but definitely pony up when replacing these items.