How Winter Temps Reduce Forklift Battery Capacity, Tire Grip, and Uptime (and What to Do About It)

By Andrew Decker | March 6, 2026 |

If you run equipment in Ohio, you already know winter is not just “a little colder.” When temperatures drop below 32°F (0°C), everyday tasks like starting a truck, getting traction on a dock plate, or finishing a full shift on one charge can turn into frustrating slowdowns. In the worst cold snaps (single digits and…

Why Your Electric Forklift Fleet Hits a ‘Dead Zone’ in the Mid-Shift and How the Right Battery Habits Prevent It

By Andrew Decker | February 27, 2026 |

It’s 1:00 PM on a Tuesday. The lunch rush is past, your warehouse is buzzing like it is swarming, and orders are piling up. Then you realize your electric forklift is not working fast enough. The lifts are slower, the speed of travel is reduced, and what used to take 30 seconds is now taking…