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ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND THE 12V BATTERY

ERA Start-Stop Batteries THE ELECTRIC SPARE PARTS LEADER

Did you know nearly all electric vehicles (EVs) still have a 12V lead acid battery, as well as their lithium-ion battery? Acting as a secondary power source to ensure the uninterrupted function of safety critical systems or in case of a traction battery failure, but also to power features when the vehicle is off, like the central locking systems, VARTA AGM or EFB batteries provide the perfect 12V solution. With the increase of many electrical comfort and efficiency systems on board, a reliable power source is vital.

12 VOLT BATTERY IN ELECTRIC CARS In electric vehicles all these consumers are supplied by a lead-acid battery.

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THE VARTA PARTNER PORTAL Not sure which battery technoloty to choose? Not sure where the battery is and how to replace it? Head to the VARTA Partner Portal, where you can find expert advice for the whole replacement journey. Register now for free: WWW.RDR.LINK/AAB007 Lithium-ion batteries are considered the successor of lead-acid technology when it comes to the drivetrain of hybrids and EVs. But they are not as inherently robust as other rechargeable technologies and require continuous monitoring. Lithium-ion cells need protection from being overcharged and deep discharge. This is where already proven solutions like AGM and EFB play to their strengths. They step in when the high voltage battery fails or switches off, serving as an additional power supply to buffer the electrical system. They ensure that important safety functions, such as ABS and ESP, are working at all times. AGM and EFB batteries are far from being obsolete. Their construction and behaviour, as well as their lack of electronics, makes them a reliable and robust power source today and in the future.

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Introducing, ERA Start-Stop batteries. • With almost 40 years of experience in the automotive spare parts market, ERA is an international expert in automotive electrics and electronics • ERA EFB – The right choice for vehicles with an entry-level Start-Stop system and conventional vehicles with increased energy requirements • ERA AGM – The best solution for vehicles with an advanced Start-Stop system and for vehicles with the highest energy requirements due to extensive safety and comfort functions. Available in branch and online at omnipart.eurocarparts.com