Vehicle Battery Care During Long-Term Storage: Why It Matters for Luxury Cars
Battery trickle charger on a vehicle for long term car storage.
When storing a luxury vehicle for an extended period, many owners focus on the obvious: climate control, indoor protection, and security. But there’s one critical detail that’s often overlooked and it can quietly cost thousands in damage or inconvenience if ignored: battery maintenance.
Your vehicle’s battery isn’t designed to sit idle for months. Without proper care, even the most advanced supercar or classic collector vehicle can suffer from battery degradation, failure to start, or system malfunctions. That’s why at The Reserve, vehicle battery care is essential.
Why Battery Maintenance Is Crucial in Long-Term Storage
Modern luxury vehicles are packed with onboard electronics, sensors, and security systems that continue to draw power even when the car is off. Left unattended in long-term storage, the battery can fully discharge in as little as a few weeks, leading to:
Premature battery wear
Inability to start the vehicle
Malfunctioning electronics or error codes
Unexpected service costs when the season changes
And when it comes to exotic cars, replacements are rarely simple. Certain brands require special tools, programming, or dealer involvement just to replace or reinitialize a dead battery. Not to mention the inconvenience of discovering your prized vehicle is unresponsive when spring arrives.
How The Reserve Maintains Your Battery the Right Way
At The Reserve, we take every step to ensure your vehicle is returned in the same (or better) condition than when it arrived. That starts with mandatory battery tending for all long-term storage clients.
Battery Tending: Required for Long-Term Storage ($25/month)
At The Reserve, battery maintenance is a mandatory part of all long-term storage packages to ensure your vehicle remains in peak condition and is ready to drive when the season changes.
We use your owner-supplied battery tender or trickle charger, which is professionally installed and monitored by our storage team. This setup:
Prevents battery drainage and failure
Preserves battery health and longevity
Ensures your car starts effortlessly after storage
Battery tending is available for a flat $25/month, and we strongly recommend clients provide a manufacturer-approved charger that suits their vehicle’s specifications. If you’re unsure what to bring, our team is happy to advise on the best option for your make and model.
Lap Around Service: Keep Your Car Moving ($30/month)
For owners who want an extra layer of care, we offer our “Lap Around” Service, a premium add-on for only $30/month.
This service includes:
Starting your vehicle twice a month
Driving it gently around our private, secure indoor facility
Letting fluids circulate and systems stay active
Preventing flat spots on tires and buildup in engine components
It’s the next best thing to regular use and it's handled by passionate automotive professionals who treat every vehicle like their own.
Why Details Like Battery Care Set The Reserve Apart
Unlike general-purpose facilities or competitors who offer vehicle storage as a side service, The Reserve was built exclusively for luxury, exotic, and collector car storage. This is our specialty, our only focus, and it shows in the way we treat your car.
From our secure, private underground facility to our partnership with Avante Security and white-glove storage protocols, every detail is intentional. That includes proactive maintenance like tire pressure checks, sealed car capsules, and of course, proper battery care.
Interested in Long-Term Vehicle Storage with Battery Maintenance?
We invite you to experience Toronto’s most secure and sophisticated vehicle storage solution.
Contact us today to reserve your space and learn more about our battery care and lap around service options.