Guide to Heavy-Duty Truck Batteries
For a logistics or construction business, a battery isn't just a part. It's a critical component. When a truck battery fails, it costs thousands in downtime, driver wages, and missed deadlines.
You cannot use a car battery in a heavy-duty truck. You need a specialized commercial battery.
What Makes a Truck Battery Different?
Truck batteries are engineered for two things car batteries are not:
- High CCA: They must provide massive Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) to turn over large-displacement diesel engines (like in a Mercedes Actros, Scania, or Freightliner).
- Vibration Resistance: They are built with reinforced plates and anchoring to withstand the constant, extreme vibration of long-haul routes. A standard battery would simply shake apart.
Your B2B Partner in Alberton
We are a dedicated B2B partner for Alberton's fleets. We understand that you need reliability and a good price.
We stock a full range of heavy-duty, warrantied commercial batteries from top brands like Exide and Enertec. We offer competitive pricing for fleet and bulk orders, ensuring your trucks stay on the road, earning money.
"Don't risk your fleet on a cheap battery. Call us for a fleet-pricing quote on the high-CCA, vibration-proof batteries your trucks demand."
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How fast can Alberton Battery Mart replace my battery?
Most callouts in Alberton, New Redruth, and Meyersdal wrap in 60 minutes. We run Midtronics diagnostics first, then fit your Willard or Exide battery on-site so you avoid towing.
Do you handle Start/Stop and coding?
Yes. We stock AGM/EFB batteries and register them to the vehicle’s BMS before handover, preventing charging faults on BMW, Mercedes, Audi, Ford Ranger, and other Start/Stop platforms.
Can you test my current battery before I buy?
We offer free battery, alternator, and starter testing in-store or as part of the mobile callout. You only pay once we’ve proven the battery is the failure point.