Battery Brochure UK October 2024
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Power Up Your workshop and keep your customers moving this winter
The UK’s fastest growing battery brand and largest start-stop range
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Varta battery fitting instruction exclusive to Omnipart customers.
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What are the benefits;
Location of the battery.
With the increased complexity of battery replacement on newer vehicles and especially Start-Stop models, we have worked closely with VARTA to provide a step-by-step guide. For Start-Stop batteries fitment can be tricky and the location of these batteries are not always easy to find. Take the Range Rover Velar; the battery is stowed away in the boot. These guides aim to take away the complexity of fitment, saving you time, and best of all not having turn work away to another garage or OES. So where do you need to go?
Step by step instructions.
063 44477063S Only £26 075 44477075S Only £37 100 44477100S Only £42
063 444770630 Only £37 075 444770750 Only £49 100 444771000 Only £54
063 444770632 Only £41
063 444770637 Only £45 075 444770757 Only £59 100 444771007 Only £72
Log into Omnipart or create an account. Enter vehicle registration in the VRM search on Omnipart home page. • This will then load the page with the product selection • The vehicle registration must be used as the fitting instructions are vehicle specific.
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Any additional steps to code the battery included.
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Select battery • This can be found in top car parts searches or via electrical and ignition
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096 AGM 44477800S Only £89 .99 027 EFB 44477905S Only £65 .99
096 AGM 444778006 Only £116 .99
096 AGM 444778004 Only £119 .99
096 AGM 444778008 Only £121 .99
Select Varta brand • Select “VIEW PRODUCT”
027 EFB 444779050 Only £83 .99
027 EFB 444779052 Only £85 .99
027 EFB 444779058 Only £99 .99
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LKQ Euro Car Parts. Offers available 1st November – 31st January 2025. We reserve the right to amend/withdraw any offer in any way and at any time without compensation. E & O prices exclude VAT. Trade only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offers. Copyright © 2024 LKQ Euro Car Parts.
Instructions downloaded as a PDF
Purchase any eight batteries from your chosen brand or mix and match to qualify for our “Buy Now Pay Later”. Buy now and pay nothing for up to 6 months. Speak to your local branch to see if you qualify!
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“ Charge up” your workshop for battery season
VARTA is fitted to 6 out of 10 of
newly manufactured AGM vehicles in Europe
Battery maintenance with VARTA With the increased complexity of battery replacement on newer vehicles and especially Start-Stop models, we have worked closely with VARTA to provide a step-by- step guide. For Start-Stop batteries fitment can be tricky and the location of these batteries are not always easy to find. Take the Range Rover Velar; the battery is stowed away in the boot. These guides aim to take away the complexity of fitment, saving you time, and best of all not having turn work away to another garage or OES. VARTA battery fitting instructions exclusive to customers.
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There are plenty of opportunities for a workshop to upsell or gain extra revenue, no more so than batteries. Batteries eventually fail – simple. Checking a customer’s battery should be part of the service you offer, if it’s working then great, you can give the customer the good news, if not then recommend the next course of action, most customers will be receptive to getting it changed.
Vehicle and battery age The average age of the vehicle car parc is aging, and the used car market is on the increase. What does that mean for the IMT, more cars that will need servicing and probably many batteries that will need replacing due to end of life.
We have been promoting for the last couple of years the importance of battery testing, but did you know what can make a battery fail and why a simple test can be preventative for your customer.
But how long should a car battery last?
In general, a vehicle will usually need a new battery after four to five years. This figure can depend on how the vehicle is driven, mileage, storage and other factors. However as the car parc ages and consumers are keeping vehicles for longer, the likelihood is that there will be more battery failures. The answer is simple, test every vehicle that enters your workshop and make sure your customer has a fit for purpose battery. Turn over and read on about how testing batteries can help you and your customers.
Weather conditions Hot and cold weather both stress a battery. In the warmer weather it can cause cells to crack, the colder weather will exaggerate these failures, meaning poor or non performance (Cranking power).
Short journeys and low mileage Both of these will put huge amounts of stress through
Battery corrosion Battery corrosion over time will affect the how the battery will maintain a charge and eventually the ability to start the vehicle. Always look for corrosion and test.
a battery, being undercharged for any period of time will affect the condition of the battery, leading to poor performance.
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All the training you need to “power up”
Are you checking every battery entering your workshop?
40% of national breakdowns occur from a direct result of battery failure.
Testing the health of a customer’s battery is paramount to keeping their vehicle on the road. By automatically testing every vehicle you see, you’ll be taking your customer service to the ‘next level’. Whether you’re informing customers that they can rest easy that their battery is in good health, or giving them the opportunity to update their failing battery before they leave your workshop – both outcomes will have a positive impact on your workshops reputation, and increase your chances of repeat custom. If not, then you’re missing out on a huge profit opportunity…
with our Learning and Development Prospectus Boost Your Business Start-Stop course 09. Smart Charging and START-STOP - DRTS - Level 3 – 1 Day 263778890 In 2025 it is expected that 80% of cars on the road will have Start-Stop batteries, this course will help future proof your skill set on this increase technology in the market place. This course offers the learner an opportunity to explore these systems, understand how they work and how to diagnose issues and repair them in a working environment. Various dates and locations are available. From £199 .00 +VAT (Per Candidate)
Did you know?
One in three vehicles entering your workshop could require a new battery?
Three out of four customers would
40% of national breakdowns occur from a direct result of battery failure
It should take no longer than 10 minutes to check a standard lead battery
VARTA Battery Course £199 .00
purchase and replace a battery the same day
What can you potentially earn from testing?
Average battery profit from testing:
There are a range of VARTA courses available allowing you to gain an understanding of the basic functions and why VARTA is the battery of choice for many of the world’s leading manufacturers – all of which are free of charge!
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Standard Batteries
Start-Stop Batteries
£59 .00 £60 .00 £119 .00
£123 .00 £60 .00 £183 .00
Average selling price to customer
Unlock your potential to fully understand how to look after your customers living component. This course has been created by VARTA, the World’s number One leading battery manufacturer. VARTA UK offers incredible knowledge delivered in a style that unscrambles the science and technology of what is inside the ‘box’ of an often-forgotten component, the heart of the vehicle, the 12v battery. During the VARTA course, Hybrids, EV and even Hydrogen technology is presented to entice delegates of all skill levels and positions to further their knowledge base.
Workshop average hourly labour rate
Total price to customer*
A workshop typically has 10 vehicles a day (depending on size) testing these vehicles could translate into 3 vehicles requiring a new battery a day (1 in 3).
Potential return:
Testing quantity
Standard Batteries
Start-Stop Batteries
£357 .00* £1,785 .00* £7,140 .00*
£549 .00* £2,745 .00* £10,980 .00*
Daily (3 a day)
Weekly (15 a week)
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Monthly (60 a month)
*Total minus workshop battery purchase.
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Battery support
Charging
Charging
Fleet, Showroom, Storage
Motorbike, Jet Ski, Kart
GYSFLASH 12.12 Maintenance Charger 355997910
GYSFLASH 4.12 Maintenance Charger 355994140
Proper vehicle battery care and charging support are crucial during the winter season. As the colder months approach, vehicle batteries face a greater risk of failure due to the low temperatures and the increased strain from additional power consumption like heating, defrosters, and lights, making it harder for the engine to start. Our range of battery starters, chargers and diagnostic equipment have you covered…
Advanced technology charger. • Charging capacity from 20 to 250 Ah (330 Ah trickle charge) • Practical 12 A ‘Power Supply’ mode for maintaining an optimum charge on vehicles in winter storage or for demonstration purposes • Automatically adjusts charging parameters according to ambient temperature.
For recharging light vehicle batteries up to 12 V • Charging capacity from 1.2 to 70 Ah (130 Ah trickle charge) • Optimised to maintain a high level of performance in cold weather (‘Cold charge’ mode) • Compact, lightweight, dust- and liquid-tight design (IP65).
Testing
Workshop, Mobile
£ 154 .00
£ 68 .00
Did you know… The colder temperatures can reduce a battery’s capacity by up to 50%?
PBT700 Professional Battery Tester 350770480
Charging and Diagnostic Support
Charging
Vehicles more than 5 years old
Professional tester with integrated printer for fast and accurate results. • Test functions: Battery 12 V, Starter 12 and 24V, Alternator 12 and 24V • Printout of the results using integrated thermal printer (no ink required).
Workshop
GYSFLASH 100:12HF Support Unit with 5m Cables 355991100
GYS Batium 15.12 Automatic Battery Charger with Microprocessor 355775090
StartFlash 120.24 590771760 Starting, Charging and Diagnostic Support
All cars/HGVs and 16V Tesla
£ 299 .00
£ 699 .00 • Higher than ever 120 Amp capacity – will handle even the latest high-end cars • Connected’ capability – allows input and output of charging data.
£ 149 .00 • Suitable for 6V and 12V, all battery types Gel, AGM, lead-acid • ‘Smart’ charging is efficient, and protects on-board electronics.
Starting
The STARTFLASH 120.24 CNT is the first charger-starter featuring INVERTER TECHNOLOGY. With a high power rating of 120A, it is designed for all 6, 12 or 24 V lead-acid and lithium batteries. It keeps the battery at a perfectly stabilised voltage during the diagnostic phases and guarantees optimum charging quality for maintaining the most advanced batteries. Capable of starting any vehicle, from light- to heavy-goods vehicles, it can be fully customised thanks to its advanced connectivity system (USB + SMC).
Home, DIY
Nomad 700 Power Pro Lithium Booster 590771370 • Instant starter for 12 V vehicles (starting current: 600 A) cars, SUVs, vans, tractors, boats, etc. • Autonomous power supply for small electronic devices. • Emergency light / Signalling. £ 202 .00
GYSFLASH 101:24 CNT FV Battery Support Unit with 5m cables 590771870 Charging and Diagnostic Support
GYSFLASH 125:12 CNT FV 590771530 Charging and Diagnostic Support
HGV, Tesla (16V) Specialist
BMW Specialist
Ultimate All-In-One 6V, 12V, 24V
GYS Diag- Startium 60-24 355778440 Starting, Charging and Diagnostic Support £ 1,059 .00 • Advanced charger for 12V Lead Acid, GEL and AGM/ EFB Batteries. • Provides instantaneous current of up to 100A support the vehicle during key on/off diagnostic work • Adjustable voltage range 12-14.8V
£ 975 .00 High-power 100 A charger with inverter technology. It keeps a 6 V, 12 V, 16 V and 24 V Lead or Lithium battery at a perfectly stabilised voltage during diagnostic phases. It also guarantees optimum charging.
Starting
Workshop, Mobile
GYSPACK 660 Professional Battery Booster Starter 590771440 • Instantaneously starts cars, camper vans, vans, petrol or diesel (up to 3 litre) • Spark protection – Reversed polarity alarm • Peak power 1900A.
ONLY £1,399 .00 WEEKLY £ 7
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£ 299 .00
Workshop, Fleet, HGV
Startronic 12.24 Batteryless Booster Pack 590779670 Starting
Workshop, Mobile, Rescue
• Suitable for 6v, 12v & 24v batteries • 3 in 1 charger, starter and diagnostic/ ADAS support unit • Powerful battery charger suitable for all lead acid batteries (inc AGM/EFB) from 50-180Ah • Powerful Starter - Capable of starting bikes, cars, vans, 4x4’s, tractors, buses, coaches, lorries and artics.
• 12v & 24v Super capacitor booster pack • Charges itself from a running vehicle in 3 minutes • Easy to transport only 7kg • Suitable for emergency roadside or workshop starting of motor bikes, cars, 4x4’s, camper vans, tractors, etc.
£ 599 .00
£ 899 .00
† Finance example typically based on a 5 year lease purchase agreement. Finance subject to status, full terms and conditions available on request. Other finance options available. All prices exclude VAT. Price, availability and specification may change without prior notice. Warranty subject to manufacturers terms and conditions of use. Errors and omissions excluded. Order parts online, head to www.omnipart.com. Offers valid until 31st December 2024. Prices correct at time of going to press: September 2024.
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Starline batteries meet the most extreme testing conditions and are produced using the latest calcium technology which offers improved resistance to corrosion with minimal gassing and lower self-discharge.
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
We are proud to introduce our extensive Starline battery range, the new powerhouse in aftermarket batteries with 74 references covering standard automotive, start-stop, commercial, leisure and marine. Explore the Starline Battery Range The UK’s fastest growing battery brand and largest start-stop range
Standard Lead Acid Already a firm favourite with workshops throughout the UK and Ireland. This no nonsense range of automotive batteries spanning 34 part numbers takes care of our vehicle car parc with ease, and with 99%+ coverage the range will have a battery perfect for your customers vehicle repair. Starline has covered off the most popular sizes from 063 / 075 / 096 / 100 but there’s plenty more in the range that will take care of the more obscure sizes.
AGM Technology AGM is the leading technology in the market for the most exacting requirements. AGM batteries are engineered to cope with the excess heat created by regenerative braking and the continuous on/off action of the Stop-Start system. Importantly they power the electrics when the engine is in “sleep mode”, at traffic lights or stuck in jams. Only ever
EFB Technology EFB technology satisfies requirements that lie somewhere between conventional starter batteries and AGM technology. Like AGM, EFB batteries power the electrics when the engine is in “sleep mode”. They ensure that sufficient energy is always available, even when a large number of energy consumers are operating during the stop phase. Only ever replace EFB with EFB, or it will fail prematurely.
replace AGM with AGM or it will fail prematurely.
Longer service life
Longer service life
Longer service life
Improved starting performance
Improved starting performance
Improved starting performance
Leak proof
Leak proof
Leak proof
Excellent charge acceptance
Excellent charge acceptance
Outstanding charge acceptance
Greater deep cycle resistance
Greater deep cycle resistance
Maintenance free
Maintenance free
99%+ car parc coverage Manufactured with over 20 years of European “know how” Engineered to meet and exceed the need of an aftermarket battery
Find out more about our expanding Starline range
Download the Starline brochure
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Trusted by leading vehicle manufacturers
Exide has been supplying lead-acid batteries to carmakers for over 100 years. Exide design the most technically advanced products in the industry, and were the first to introduce Start-Stop technology to the European market in 2004.
Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Citroen, Dacia, DS, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lancia, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Piaggio, Porsche, Renault, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen Group, Volvo.
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
Bringing OE innovation to the independent aftermarket 70% of European car brands work with Exide batteries
Standard Lead Acid • OES matching quality • Preferred choice of vehicle manufacturers • High quality and performance batteries • 3 year guarantee.
Start-Stop AGM • OES matching quality • Preferred choice of vehicle manufacturers • Range covers over 90% of UK vehicles • 3 year guarantee.
Start-Stop EFB • OES matching quality • Preferred choice of vehicle manufacturers • Perfectly adapted to entry-level micro hybrid vehicles • 3 year guarantee.
Exide, a global leader in batteries, stands for latest battery technology and highest quality ‘Made in Europe’
AGM Technology For toughest electrical needs of Start-Stop vehicles Continuous investments in R&D have allowed Exide to propose the latest innovative AG M batteries from OE also to the aftermarket. It features the new LifeGrid” technology, perfect for advanced Start-Stop systems where the battery needs to be quickly recharged through the energy provided by the regenerative braking system.
EFB Technology OEM experience for the aftermarket
Exide Technologies: Bright future of the 12V battery as xEV revolution grows • The role of the 12V lead-acid battery is adapting – but remains part of a long-term future • Exide is the first choice of 70% of European car brands – AGM and EFB batteries are both ideal power sources for xEVs • Exide offers tools and know-how to support mechanics working on xEVs.
First invented by Exide in 2008, EFB batteries have come to play an increasingly crucial role for car manufacturers in order to reduce fuel consumption and emissions The new Exide EFB battery supports all vehicles, with and without Start-Stop systems, which have high cycling requirements.
Higher energy throughput over battery lifespan thanks to new LifeGrid® technology
Ideal for large cars, SUVs, vans, and vehicles with Start-Stop and power-hungry electrical equipment
Optimised regenerative braking functionality in vehicles with Start-Stop systems – ensuring maximum fuel savings and less CO 2 emissions
Trusted by leading carmakers Exide has been supplying lead-acid batteries to carmakers for over 100 years. Excide design the most technically advanced products in the industry, and were the first to introduce Start-Stop technology to the European market in 2004. Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Citroen, Dacia, DS, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lancia, Land Rover, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Piaggio, Porsche, Renault, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen Group, Volvo.
Designed and built to endure continuous battery discharge and recharge of Start-Stop systems
Great car parc coverage from a limited number of SKUs
Extra energy and extra life for vehicles with and without Start-Stop systems
Great car parc coverage from a limited number of SKUs
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It all starts with
News update from our friends at Clarios. The battery manufacturer Clarios have just announced that over the next few years they will be investing heavily into the production of batteries. They are investing C€200 million into various projects. This will see expansion across Europe and other markets, meaning job creation, but also superior production facilities. The expansion is a move to create more AGM batteries as the market continues to change and grow. What does this mean for us? We will always have the stock we need, when we need it. Good work VARTA!
Get ready for the future of mobility By 2030 more than 50% of all new registrations will be electric and hybrid vehicles. All of them, however, still require a 12V battery along with the high-voltage lithium-ion battery. The VARTA AGM portfolio by Clarios for xEVs with its advanced low-voltage batteries is here to fulfil the demand for a reliable, stable and powerful 12V battery that satisfies all todays and tomorrow’s electric vehicle needs.
When it comes to car batteries, VARTA is Europe’s leading supplier to vehicle manufacturers. By fitting VARTA, you can be sure that your customers have peace of mind and continue their journeys with confidence. VARTA’s technical engineers in the company’s production plants work closely with vehicle manufacturers to ensure the batteries are designed to meet and exceed the vehicle’s power requirements. Modern vehicles are packed full of electrical components, with digital screens, parking cameras, and device charging becoming the norm. In fact, most modern cars have over 150 electrical consumers on board. VARTA provides the best replacement battery available to the market, so you can trust the battery to continue powering your customer’s vehicle and it’s on-board comfort and safety features. The world’s largest manufacturer of automotive batteries Fit the Like-for-Like OE replacement
By 2025, there will be twice the number of hybrid and electric vehicles on the road.
6 out of 10 new vehicles in Europe are equipped with a Clarios battery.
4 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
VARTA AGM batteries for xEVs provide the best support for crucial safety systems, comfort features and fuel saving functions.
The VARTA AGM portfolio for xEVs was developed and tested with the leading car manufacturers.
Conventional Batteries for non Start-Stop Systems. Engineered to Original Equipment specifications.
Blue Dynamic EFB for Entry Level Start-Stop Systems. 2x the cycle life compared to conventional batteries.
Silver Dynamic AGM for Advanced Start-Stop Systems. 3x the cycle life compared to conventional batteries.
Developed and tested with the leading car manufacturers
These vehicles manufacturers all fit VARTA® as Original Equipment: Aston Martin, Audi, Bentley, BMW, Bugatti, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Lamborghini, Land Rover, Maserati, Mercedes, Mini, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Škoda, Tesla, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volvo.
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Battery expert since 1922
When you think of batteries and need quality, Bosch immediately springs to mind. Partnering with one of the best battery suppliers makes perfect sense for LKQ Euro Car Parts as their ethos of quality fits perfectly with our need to deliver the best products to our customers. Bosch innovative technology makes these batteries resistant to high temperatures in the engine compartment. At the same time, acid consumption and corrosion are minimised. This translates into minimum self-discharge, extreme tolerance for short distance driving and reliable operational safety throughout the battery’s service life. The automotive range is split into two types, Standard Lead Acid and Start-Stop (AGM and EFB) applications. Standard Lead Acid are the perfect fit for older vehicles that don’t have the same power consumption as newer models. Whereas Start-Stop will cover off new vehicles with higher power consumption and multiple electrical units that are installed in new vehicles.
4 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
3 Year Warranty
Standard Lead Acid • OES matching quality • The biggest name in car batteries • Recommended for mass market vehicles (Petrol and Diesel) • 4 year guarantee.
Start-Stop EFB • OES matching quality • Biggest name in car batteries • High starting power and service life • 3 year guarantee.
Start-Stop AGM • OES matching quality
• Biggest name in car batteries • Power to meet the demands of even the largest vehicles • 3 year guarantee.
All electric vehicles have a 12v battery installed that run various electrical systems. If you have an EV vehicle on the ramps, check the 12v battery is working correctly. The role of a 12v battery in hybrid and electric vehicles The functions of 12 volt batteries in electric vehicles
Electrical components
Indoor and outdoor lighting and signaling
Engine and cabin fans
Heated windshields and seats
Radio and sound system
Multimedia
Navigation system
Central locking
Electronic power steering actuators
Did you know? • Brand of choice and best/better segment leader in Europe • Battery distribution in 105 countries worldwide • Awarded best brand for batteries in Germany for the past 10 years.
Critical safety systems
Operation of steering system
Backup power to the braking system
Powering of driver assistance functions
Power to the airbag
(1) AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat): The battery acid is bound in a micro glass fiber mat and the compact structure mechanically stabilizes the active mass (2) EFB (Enhanced Flooded Battery): The positive plate features a plastic inlay that provides additional support for the active material
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