Batteries and chargers 44 www.aftermarketonline.net SEPTEMBER 2025 Batteries also power a host of critical onboard systems Driving force behind the batteries factors and garages depend on When it comes to automotive battery replacement — and with ‘one-size-fits-all’ no longer the case — ensuring the correct and optimum battery for the vehicle is of paramount importance. Why? Because perhaps the single most significant challenge facing suppliers of automotive batteries relates to incorrect use and the fitment of the wrong battery type, particularly when it comes to start-stop applications. Such technology is now firmly established in the aftermarket, where Banner GB AGM is now the second most popular seller. Finding the correct battery by application is not only fundamentally important, but easier than ever before. It is here that suppliers such as Banner remain keen to actively promote tools such as its online portal (www. bannerbatteryfinder.co.uk). Garage technicians simply need to submit the relevant vehicle registration number and the search facility does the rest. As well as displaying the relevant Banner battery for the vehicle in question, supplementary information is presented in the form of the relevant part number, capacity, power rating and suggested selling price. The portal also gives detailed fitting instructions, battery diagnostics and enhanced technical information. Banner’s UK country manager Lee Quinney said: “Whilst the Banner Battery Finder is widely accepted across our motor factor customer base, our aim is to promote its presence and simple functionality to a wider audience, garages in particular. “With batteries being far more vehicle specific than ever, the importance of selecting the right battery for a particular vehicle has never been more consequential. “This tool makes the process fool proof, which is something you should expect from a company that stands as an OE supplier to leading vehicle manufacturers including Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Skoda and VW.” Car makers know that first-class lead acid starter and auxiliary batteries are essential. This is because these batteries are no longer just about starting a vehicle — even EVs rely on them. They also power a host of critical onboard systems, from adaptive headlights to tyre pressure monitoring, making reliability non-negotiable. Top-tier battery performance doesn’t stop at installation. Garages and workshops must stay equipped with the latest tools to monitor and maintain battery health. Battery testing is the first line of defence during any vehicle service, and Banner’s BBT HD1+ tester is built for the task. Designed for car, truck, and motorcycle batteries, it measures voltage, internal resistance, and charging-starting performance for both 6V and 12V systems. On the charging front, Banner’s latest Accucharger 15A and 25A models set new industry standards, featuring a multi-stage charging process that maximises battery life and performance. With seven charging phases, a powerful 16V boost function, and maximum charging currents of 15A or 25A, these units ensure batteries are always operating at peak efficiency. Visit https://issuu. com/dragonflybrand communications/docs/ banner-a5-accessories for details.
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