Raylite vs. Willard for Your Toyota
This is a great question. You take your Toyota to a franchise dealer, and they'll fit a Raylite. You go to most fitment centres, and they'll recommend a Willard. Who is right?
The answer is that Raylite is the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) battery for Toyota in South Africa. It's the part your car was built with.
The Honest Comparison
As multi-brand experts, we aren't tied to one brand. Here is the honest truth about your options.
- Raylite (and its sister, Exide): This is the factory-spec part. It's a high-quality, reliable, benchmark battery. You can never go wrong by replacing like-for-like.
- Willard: This is SA's most trusted aftermarket brand. You are paying for a powerful national warranty and decades of "Best Brand" trust. Their premium AGM tech is also world-class.
The Verdict: Price vs. Trust
Both Willard and Raylite/Exide make fantastic, reliable batteries that meet your Toyota's specs.
Our job is to find you the best value. We will compare the price and warranty on the correct-spec battery (e.g., a 619 for a Tazz, a 652 for a Hilux) from all our brands. You get OEM-quality (or better) at the best price in Alberton.
Quick answers
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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.