Makes of Car Batteries
Makes of Car Batteries
What makes of car batteries are there in South Africa?
All e-CAR workshops specialise in BOSCH car batteries
Bosch – e CAR
Willard Battery Replacement
Exide Battery Replacement – Midas
Varta Battery Replacement (German) (Energiser)
Euro Battery Replacement
Probe Battery Replacement
Dixon Battery Replacement
Enertec Battery Replacement
Sabat Battery Replacement – Autozone
VARTA Battery Replacement Energiser
Duracell Battery Replacement
Raylite Battery Replacement
AtlasBX Battery Replacement- (Tiger Wheel & Tyre)
Bolster Battery Replacement
Turn1 Battery Replacement
Blue Storm Battery Replacement
Steps to take for making a good purchase on a battery for your car:
- Learn what battery size you need for your car’s make and model
- Pick the correct size and type of battery for your driving needs
- Look for a battery that has been on the store shelf for less than six months
- Learn about “cold cranking amps” and “cranking amps”
- Inform yourself about the reserve capacity for the batteries that are in stock
- Search for the difference between maintenance-free and low-maintenance batteries
To determine how long a car battery has been sitting on a store shelf before you buy it, you can check for specific indicators. Here’s how to do it:
1. Manufacturing Date Code
Most car batteries have a date code on the label or a sticker that tells you when the battery was made. This code typically includes the month and year of manufacture. Here’s how to read it:
- Letter and Number Format: The first letter often represents the month (A = January, B = February, etc.), and the number usually represents the year (e.g., 3 = 2023, 4 = 2024). For example, “A3” would indicate January 2023.
- Stamped Date on the Terminal: Some batteries have the manufacturing date stamped directly on the terminal or case. This might be in a different format but is still readable.
2. Check the Date on the Battery Label
The label or sticker on the battery usually has the manufacturing date printed somewhere on it. Look closely; it may be small and in a corner, but it’s often there.
3. Ask the Store
If you can’t find the date or it’s unclear, simply ask the store staff. They should be able to tell you when the batteries were received or how long they’ve been on the shelf.
4. Battery Warranty
Many batteries have a warranty period that can give you a clue about their age. The warranty will often indicate a “purchase date” or “start date” that can give you an idea of the battery’s shelf life.
5. Examine the Condition
If the battery looks dusty or has signs of wear, it might have been sitting for a while. This doesn’t always correlate with its performance, but it’s an indicator that it may not be fresh.
Give our Workshops a call for an appropriate BOSCH battery for your vehicle.
PS. Make sure to have your regulator on the alternator checked as this can damage a new battery if faulty. Especially on older model cars
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