Think your car battery is fine just because your engine starts? Think again. In this episode of the Bumper to Bumper Podcast, Dave Riccio, Co-Creator of Bumper to Bumper Radio and John Riggle dive deep into how a seemingly "okay" battery can cause serious problems across your entire vehicle—especially your transmission.From adaptation issues and solenoid failures to corrupted long-term memory in your car’s computer, we explain why battery health is way more important than most drivers realize. We also cover:🔋 How a weak battery affects shift adaptations🧠 What “keepalive memory” is and how it works⚙️ Why throttle bodies, fuel pumps, and alternators adapt over time💡 The real reason you need to register a new battery on modern vehicles🛠️ Real shop stories where a bad battery was the root of major issuesIf you're in a hot climate like Arizona, or just trying to avoid costly repairs, this episode is a must-watch.