Car Battery FAQs

BATTERY INFORMATION

Car Battery FAQs

Answers to common questions about battery warranties, charging, storage and replacement.

Common Car Battery Questions

These answers cover the questions we are most often asked about battery use, charging, replacement and warranty support.

I purchased a battery. Does it have a warranty?

Yes. For batteries supplied and fitted by us, the battery must normally remain on the vehicle it was originally fitted to so we can carry out the necessary checks and confirm whether the battery itself is faulty or whether there is another charging-system issue.

A call-out charge may apply if the battery is found not to be at fault.

Leaving a vehicle unused for extended periods without charging the battery, or regularly making only very short journeys, can leave the battery undercharged. This is not necessarily a battery fault.

Battery warranties are not transferable between vehicles or owners.

Can my current location affect the mobile warranty?

Our mobile warranty support is based on the area and distance we originally travelled to fit the battery. If the vehicle has moved significantly farther away, an additional call-out charge may apply.

If the vehicle is outside our normal coverage area, please contact us first so we can discuss the available options.

I had a battery fitted and I am scrapping the car. Can I have a refund?

We do not offer a refund simply because the vehicle is being scrapped or because the battery is no longer required.

Can I store my battery on a concrete garage floor?

Yes. Modern batteries have hard plastic cases and can be stored on concrete without the old problem associated with early wooden or porous battery cases. The more important issue is keeping the battery correctly charged while it is stored.

What does AGM mean and what are the benefits?

AGM means Absorbent Glass Mat. AGM batteries are designed for higher cyclic use than conventional flooded batteries and are commonly used in vehicles with start-stop systems and higher electrical demands.

The correct battery technology must be used where the vehicle manufacturer specifies AGM or another particular battery type.

Battery symptoms can have more than one cause. A flat or weak battery may be caused by the battery itself, low usage, short journeys, a charging-system problem or an electrical drain. We can advise on the next step when you call.

Useful Battery Guides

Use our vehicle battery fitment guide, battery specification chart and terminal-size chart for more detailed reference information.

Still Have a Battery Question?

Call or message us with your registration and a description of the problem.