Category: Batteries

GS Yuasa has launched its new pan-European website, which is now live across all European markets and said to represent “a major step forward in accessibility, user experience, and digital innovation for the battery industry”.

GS Yuasa Battery Sales UK Ltd has been awarded the IAAF Supplier of the Year – Service award, recognising the company’s “exceptional commitment to customer support, product availability and aftermarket partnership” across the UK.

Serfac Limited is expanding its well-established distribution of NOCO battery and power products in Ireland, following several years of successful partnership with the American manufacturer.

Following its sale from the Ecobat Group and a subsequent comprehensive review of its position in and value to the market, Europe’s largest independent battery distributor has relaunched as ‘Veloris’.

Modern vehicles rely increasingly on electric-powered components, making dependable, high performance energy sources essential. Therefore, proper battery care throughout the year is key to ensuring their reliability.

Returning to Ecobat Battery, respected aftermarket stalwart Martin McGreevy has rejoined the UK’s largest battery distributor on the eve of a new phase, as the company adopts and rolls out its new corporate identity on 1st December, 2025.

GS Yuasa has issued a warning to workshops and motorists across Europe – “Incorrect battery fitting and failure to reset the Battery Management System (BMS) on modern vehicles is still alarmingly common — risking premature battery failure, costly repairs, and complete loss of Start-Stop functionality”.

Bosch has expanded its battery range to now include three new batteries, primarily designed as auxiliary power sources for electric vehicles (EV) or as starter batteries for premium, modern small to mid-sized vehicles.

Ecobat has entered into a binding agreement to sell its battery recycling and specialty lead operations in the UK, to funds advised by London-based private equity firm, Splitstone Capital LLP.