Which Battery Should You Buy When You Need A Battery Replacement This Winter?
When you are looking to replace your car battery or even your van battery, it can be a difficult choice. With Fl mobile mechanics, you can be assured that you are in the hands of a company that is honest, transparent, and affordable. We're not tied to any brand and so we will only recommend the best battery for your vehicle.
We offer a mobile battery fitting service in the North West and the North Wales area
Of course, we know whenever you buy something you look for the best deal, best price, and even comparisons and with car batteries, there is no difference. Getting a mobile fitting, garage battery fitting or even if you're just looking to purchase a battery to fit yourself, we hope you'll find this article informative to help you with your car battery choice. We know you need something that will last, work and get you started in the morning that's essentially reliable so you are on the move when you need to be.
Prices of car batteries
Car batteries really do range. There are many factors in choosing a car battery. We have broken down some general costings for you to look at. If you own a Ford Fiesta you can expect to pay £88 plus VAT for a fitted car battery in our garage but if you need a mobile fitting of course there are our overheads that need covering to do this for you but we still come in at a very reasonable £149 plus VAT. For something that has a stop-start battery and is a Mercedes for example you'll expect to pay £279 Plus VAT upwards. AGM batteries and EFB batteries are high-end batteries and this, of course, means more cost depending on the vehicle.
Reviews of car batteries
Our mobile mechanics who cover the North West and North Wales area regularly fit car batteries for companies, private individuals, and even taxi companies. We have had experience in fitting almost every type of car battery, forklift truck battery, taxi battery, commercial battery both 12 and 24-volt, and even golf buggy batteries, so it's fair to say we have had vast experience. When it comes to reviews of car batteries, we've had mixed. Some batteries such as Bosch are great all-rounders but we've found they don't last very long on bigger vehicles whereas Exide and certainly Varta batteries seem more up to the job but are higher priced. If you would like us to recommend a car battery, call us now and our team will happily point you in the right direction depending on your vehicle type.
Problems with car batteries
We've found huge issues with car batteries when they are cheaper scale. Many times have we visited customers who have not been able to attend family gatherings, days out with friends, or even getting to work due to a car battery failure. We've fitted a battery within their budget and of course, our fantastic mobile mechanics who can fit car batteries across the entire North West and North Wales area have got them back on the road. But having this huge issue with a car battery can knock your day out massively and cause stress. At Fl mobile mechanics, we always say get the best you can afford, and thanks to our dedicated team of professionals, you can be sure we will help you find the best battery for your budget.
The best car battery you can buy
We often get asked, what is the best car battery I can buy for my money? The variables of what type of vehicle it is, what engine it's for, and of course if it's hybrid, stop-start, or a higher-end vehicle that requires a large battery to power it's vast electrical system are all contributing factors to this question. Our advice is always transparent, simple to follow and understand but we always advise calling us on 0300 124 6980 is the best course of action. If you have your registration number handy, we can search our network and ensure we are recommending the best battery for your vehicle and your budget.
Types of car batteries that everyone should know
Car batteries come in different shapes, sizes, and designs – which one to buy? If you are riddled with confusion over which type of battery suits your car the most, you are not alone. Surprisingly, most car owners remain unaware of the variety of car batteries that are available in the market today. As a result, they end up settling for substandard, ill-fitted, and cheap car batteries that underperform in the long run. And let’s not forget, car batteries are an integral part of a car’s ignition system. They are responsible for supplying electrical energy to the car’s starter for cranking up the engine and powering up various car components like radio, lights, etc. So, to help you streamline the selection process, here is a list of five common car battery types that everyone should know about.
Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) batteries
Lithium-ion car batteries have garnered vast popularity in recent years for powering electric and hybrid cars. Engineered with superior capacity and performance, Li-ion batteries come with a secondary cell rechargeable design. In comparison to other car batteries, they are lighter in weight and have low-maintenance needs. Li-ion batteries have a high charge storage capacity and lower self-discharge. And on average, they can last for about three to four years.
Lead-acid batteries
A rechargeable battery type, lead-acid batteries are available in a wide range of capacities and sizes with a low car battery price. These batteries come with a primary battery cell design; while their storage capacity is determined by the amount of electrolyte and the size of the battery plates present inside the battery. Also, among the various battery types, lead-acid batteries have the lowest maintenance needs.
Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA) batteries
In design, VRLAs are highly advanced lead-acid batteries; they are specifically designed to be low-maintenance, do not spill when inverted or tilted over, and do not require regular addition of water to the battery cells. There are two common types of Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid batteries: Absorption Glass Mat (AGM) and Gel Cell car batteries.
Starting, Lighting, and Ignition (SLI) Batteries
Majority of the cars manufactured these days are equipped with SLI batteries – a type of lead-acid, rechargeable battery that delivers power in short bursts to start the engine. SLIs are installed into the car’s charging system so they experience short cycles of charge and discharge whenever the car is running. The car’s electronic systems like radio, lights, infotainment and heating/cooling systems, and more are also powered by the SLI battery.
Wet cell batteries
Wet cell batteries are also known as flooded batteries as they have a liquid “electrolyte.” They are often used as rechargeable secondary batteries that get charged by the car’s alternator once the car starts. With regular maintenance, wet cell batteries can have an increased number of charge-discharge cycles for a prolonged lifespan.
Looking for a reliable car battery?
Our mobile mechanics can help! We are the North West and North Wales leading mobile car-care service providers, offering timely, reliable car battery checks and replacement services with a huge network of service centers and mobile vans for door-to-door services. Our technicians are trained to work with genuine, world-class products from renowned brands like Bosch, Exide, Varta, Amaron and 3M available at an affordable price. For quick car battery checks and replacements, you can give us a call on 0300 124 6980 and enjoy home delivery and mobile fitting for car batteries across the North West and North Wales area. Our doorstep facility, wherever you are is second to none. Instead of looking up “car batteries near me” on the internet, call us and shop for affordable, mid-range, and premium-quality car batteries and have them delivered at your doorstep where we can get your new battery fitted and you back on the road in no time at all!
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