I typically take my car back to the dealer for its regular oil changes and servicing, but this past time I took it to one of those quickie oil change places. When they were finished they told me my battery was almost dead and needed replaced. Having heard and ignored a similar message a couple of years ago I experienced being stranded for multiple hours and eventually purchased a battery at AutoZone. I bought the warranty at the time. I was surprised when the mechanic told me the battery was low because I just replaced it in September 2010 - big I did buy the car in June 2008 so to be safe I stopped at the AutoZone on Camelback.
I entered the store and asked if someone could check my battery. A gentleman grabbed the testing device and went outside to look. He tested the car and it registered fine. We started the car and still it was fine. He did say the alternator was running a big high, but it wasn't a problem yet. I told him that I was concerned because the oil change mechanic's report, my prior experience with being stranded, and I mentioned my blinder was spazzing out this morning. He checked the lights and determined a tail light wasn't working, I went inside and purchased the $5 part he told me, and he installed it. Instead of looking at a new battery and over $100 to replace, I left spending just $5.
He was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. The store was very busy and all of the employees were hustling to help customers. I really appreciated not only his honesty but his time to replace the product. Plus they had some sweet salsa music playing inside. I would definitely come back to this location.