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Nowadays there are several types of battery technology, not just the conventional ‘flooded’ lead acid battery which has traditionally been used as the starter battery, but also two new lead acid types; Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) and Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB). When installing a replacement battery, it is vital that the correct type of battery technology is fitted to the vehicle.

The type of vehicle and the amount of electrical power needed to supply the starting functions and electrical consumers determines whether an AGM, EFB or Conventional will be required. When replacing an old battery, it is important to replace with like-for-like or like-for-better technologies, and not to fit a conventional battery to a vehicle with a start/stop system (the vehicle won’t function properly for very long!). Fitting the correct battery technology type first time will keep your customers happy and on the road and help you avoid costly repeat repair work. AGM FOR ADVANCED START-STOP SYSTEMS

DID YOU KNOW? VARTA ® was the first-ever AGM batteries fitted by OE manufacturers in 2003. Today 80% of new vehicles with an AGM battery are fitted with VARTA.

Designed for start-stop vehicles and highest energy demands 3x the cycle life compared to conventional batteries

EFB FOR ENTRY LEVEL START-STOP SYSTEMS

CONVENTIONAL FOR NON START-STOP SYSTEMS

Designed for entry level start-stop vehicles 2x the cycle life compared to conventional batteries

Reliable cold-cranking power for all non start-stop vehicles

If in doubt Consult the vehicle handbook or check the VARTA Partner Portal to ensure you’re fitting the correct battery technology.

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