BATTERY GUIDE
100 YEARS OF QUALITY, RELIABILITY & PERFORMANCE
Yuasa batteries are engineered to provide long service life, maximum performance and exceptional quality. They are the number one choice for technicians and professionals across the globe.
● Over 100-year pedigree, founded in 1918
● Original equipment quality, performance and spec
● Fully maintenance free with enhanced safety features
● AGM and EFB batteries for Start-Stop vehicles
● Covers 99% of the UK vehicle parc
● Renowned for innovation & development
A Leading Global Battery Manufacturer
GS Yuasa are OE to some of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers, including:
NEXT GENERATION AUTOMOTIVE
● OE quality, performance and specification
● Next generation battery technology developed with leading vehicle manufacturers
● Designed and engineered for vehicles with advanced technology Start–Stop, regenerative braking and energy recovery
YBX9000 AGM START-STOP PLUS BATTERIES
For high specification
Start-Stop vehicles
● Approx 360,000 starts
● Absorbed Glass Mat construction with no free acid
● 4 year warranty
Performance vs Conventional
Batteries + 150% improved DCA + 200% cyclic durability
For lower specification
Start-Stop vehicles
● Approx 270,000 starts
● High charge acceptance
envelope type separators and anti-sulphation technology
● Carbon / lithium plate additives
● 4 year warranty
Performance vs Conventional Automotive Batteries
+ 170% improved DCA + 100% cyclic durability
CONVENTIONAL AUTOMOTIVE
● OE quality, performance and specification
● Enhanced safety features including integrated flame arrestor and carrying handles
● Dependable starting power, exceptional corrosion resistance and the performance to handle the demands of today’s modern vehicles
THINKING OUTSIDE & INSIDE THE BOX!
Yuasa conventional automotive batteries are constructed for OE performance
❶ High Quality Plates
Calcium/calcium plates for better performance, with a high quantity of plates per cell for maximum cranking power and long service life
❷ Excellent CCA Performance
Providing reliable starts in the cold weather and typically exceeding stated performance
❸ Enhanced OE Safety Features
Flame Arrestor Protects against external source of ignition entering battery
❹ Rollover Proof Double Lid
Reduces risk of battery leaking contents if vehicle turns over
❺ Reinforced Polypropylene Case
Break and leak resistant
❻ Ease of Fitting Features
Carry Handle For easy transportation
❼ Charge Indicator
Quickly see battery condition
❽ Terminal Post Caps
Protects against short circuits
● Trusted by mechanics with over 1 million DriveTec parts fitted annually
● Exceptional value, combining OE matching quality and competitive prices
● Covers the majority of the car parc
● AGM and EFB batteries for Start-Stop vehicles
● Maintenance free DriveTec is exclusively available from
UNDERSTANDING RATINGS
Ampere-Hour @ 20hr (Ah): Ah refers to the battery’s storage capacity. At 25°C, the battery must achieve greater than 20 hours of discharge time at a given load, down to a cut-off voltage of 10.5V. For example, a 60Ah battery will deliver a current of 3A for 20 hours. The more accessories that are in use, the faster available battery energy is consumed. Consumption of the battery’s capacity is referred to as ‘discharging’.
Cold Cranking Amperes (CCA): Is a measurement of the maximum current a fully charged battery can deliver at -18°C. Used to determine a battery’s ability to supply high cranking current to start the engine and maintain sufficient voltage to power the ignition requirements under severe cold starting conditions. Temperature plays a key role in a battery’s ability to deliver CCA.
European Standard Performance Markings.
All Yuasa automotive batteries carry recently introduced EN50342-1/6 European Standard performance markings.
Water Loss: rated W1 – W5: The ability to retain water content. The better a battery performs, the less water it will lose. W1 (Traditional lead-acid battery) - W5 (Premium next generation battery technology)
Charge Retention: rated C1 - C2: The ability of the battery to retain stored chemical energy (charge) when not in use. C1 (Traditional lead-acid) - C2 (Modern calcium)
Vibration Level: rated V1 – V4: The battery’s physical ability to resist the potentially damaging effects of vibration. V1 (Traditional car and light van) - V4 (Extreme heavy duty plant and commercial vehicle).
Endurance: rated E1 – E4 (Conventional types only): Ability to withstand repeated charge/discharge cycles to 50% depth of discharge without failure. E1 (Conventional car and light van) - E4 (Extreme heavy duty plant and commercial vehicle)
Micro-Cycle: rated M1 – M3 (EFB & AGM types only): The ability of the battery to provide power to restart the engine after frequent stop phases, its ability to recover state of charge afterwards and to resist ageing effects due to shallow pulse loads. M1 (Basic Start-Stop) - M3 (High end Start-Stop and hybrid)
ALWAYS CHECK THE BATTERY
38% of Batteries Require Attention!
Yuasa carried out research at garages across the country to find out how many batteries typically require attention. The results showed: YUASA BATTERY TESTING KIT
Test For Success!
● Battery condition is rarely checked, so its health is unknown by driver or technician and whilst there maybe no obvious signs, if a battery is heavily discharged or defective it will fail when the weather gets colder.
● By testing every battery entering your workshop, you can identify those that require charging or replacing before it’s too late.
● This will help your customer avoid the distress of a non-start situation and ensure they purchase the replacement battery from you, rather than the roadside or nearest retail supplier.
Yearly Revenue Potential
For more information visit: yuasa.co.uk/always-check-battery-yuasa
TOOLS FOR THE JOB
LOKITHOR 5-IN-1 JUMP STARTER, AIR COMPRESSOR & PRESSURE WASHER PART NO: SNCAW401
GYS BATIUM 15.12 BATTERY CHARGER
PART NO: GYS024632
SIP RESCUE PAC 1600 PART NO: SIP03936
GYS GYSFLASH 100-12 HF BATTERY SUPPORT UNIT PART NO: GYS029002
YUASA YU-FIT BATTERY CONFIGURATION TOOL PART NO: YABYUFIT
GYS STARTIUM 480E 12/24V STARTER PART NO: GYS025578
SEALEY BATTERY MONITOR REMOTE SENSOR PART NO: SEABT2020
SIP CHARGESTAR D40 BATTERY CHARGER PART NO: SIP03556
GYS BATTERY TESTER PBT700 – START/STOP
PART NO: GYS024229
FIT THE RIGHT BATTERY
AGM and EFB Batteries – Replace ‘like for like’
● A normal car without automatic start-stop can be expected to go through up to 50,000 start-stop events during its lifetime. With automatic start-stop being activated this increases significantly, perhaps reaching 350,000 start-stop cycles.
● For this reason, cars with start-stop technology require a battery that is compatible and able to cope with these demands.
● If a conventional battery is fitted to a start-stop vehicle, it will almost definitely fail early, resulting in inconvenience for the customer and dissatisfaction with the replacement battery.
Conventional Batteries – Understand vehicle demands
● Yuasa batteries are developed to deliver application specific OE performance. The different tiers within the Yuasa Conventional batteries range gives your customer the option of choosing a battery that meets their own driving needs.
● For instance, a higher specification battery such as the YBX5000 series is designed to provide greater cranking power and more engine starts, making it suitable for vehicles frequently driven short distances.
Find the right battery - call your local branch
Our Parts Advisors use an industry leading catalogue to identify the correct battery. They can confirm the battery options for each vehicle and motorist budget.
TRAINING
Learn about batteries for free through the comprehensive online battery training platform.
● 20 detailed training courses providing valuable knowledge and practical skills
● Dynamic videos, graphics and downloadable support material to aid learning
● Set-up for individual technicians or entire workshops
● Users can leave the portal and then return to where they left off
● Downloadable certificate after each course
● The Institute of the Motor Industry approved and CPD Certified Register at academy.gs-yuasa.eu
Yuasa batteries consistently deliver exceptional quality and impressive longevity. They live up to their promises, providing reliable performance that stand out against other battery brand suppliers. A trusted choice for anyone seeking durability and dependability.
WJ Kinghams, Woodford Green
After trying other brands over the years, Yuasa has proven time and again to be the best. Choosing to stock and sell them is an easy decision.
David Sloan Checkpoint Automotive
Yuasa batteries are our go-to choice. Their reliability, performance, and long service life consistently meet our demands.
We started using DriveTec as a cost-effective option, but the performance has been amazing! It’s a brand we’re happy to recommend.
Luis from Car Giant Park Royal