Short trips across town, hot humid summers and cars left parked for days during festivals all drain batteries. If your car won't start in New Orleans, book a jump start in the Hopper app and track the driver to you.
Once it's running, take a drive so the battery can recharge. If it keeps dying, have the battery tested before your next trip.
During Mardi Gras and big festivals, cars often sit parked for days while their owners walk or take the streetcar. If your car won't start after a long weekend, the battery may just need a jump to get going again.
What to expect
A jump start is for a car that clicks, cranks slowly or shows dim dash lights. The driver connects to your battery and gets the engine running so you can drive to a shop or home. If the battery is old or the car dies again soon after, plan to have the battery and charging system tested. A jump gets you moving; it doesn't fix a failing battery.
A tip for New Orleans drivers
Potholes are a fact of life here. If you hit one hard, check for a bulge or slow leak before you get back on the interstate.