CHICAGO, Illinois - The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we live. Millions are working from home, and when we go out, it’s for short trips to buy essentials like groceries. In an era of handwashing, masks, and social distancing, it’s easy to overlook seemingly unrelated tasks, like maintaining your car battery. However, our stay-at-home lifestyles are putting extra stress on car batteries, said Bobbie DuMelle, Executive Vice President for CTEK North America, a leading global brand specializing in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries.