The supply of hybrid vehicles in the New Zealand market is on a steady rise, as at the end of May 2024 there are 300,000 hybrid vehicles on road in NZ. With this increase, the need for effective and affordable maintenance solutions for hybrid vehicles has become more crucial than ever. One critical component that often concerns hybrid owners is the hybrid traction battery.
Understanding the Hybrid Traction Battery
A hybrid traction battery is a rechargeable battery designed to power electric motors and other high-voltage components, such as the A/C compressor. Typically situated behind the rear seats, these batteries play a pivotal role in the performance and efficiency of hybrid vehicles. However, like all components, they can deteriorate over time, particularly with excess heat exposure, leading to the need for either remanufacturing or replacement.
Addressing common misconceptions
Many hybrid vehicle owners are under the impression that replacing a hybrid traction battery is a prohibitively expensive endeavour that can only be carried out by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). This perception often leads to unnecessary anxiety and higher costs. Fortunately, this is not the case. The NAPA Hybrid Traction Battery Program offers a practical and cost-effective solution for both vehicle owners and workshops.
The NAPA Hybrid Traction Battery Program
NAPA trade partners now have the opportunity to offer significant savings to their clients through the NAPA Hybrid Traction Battery Program. This program provides a comprehensive, hassle-free hybrid traction battery replacement service that includes both remanufactured and new aftermarket NiMH cells.
Features of the Program:
• Remanufactured or new aftermarket batteries: Choose between remanufactured batteries, which come with warranties of 6, 12, or 36 months, and new aftermarket batteries, which are covered by a 36-month warranty.
• Top-Tier Suppliers: NAPA collaborates with the leading hybrid battery suppliers in New Zealand, namely Hybrid Batteries New Zealand and Infinitev. These suppliers bring extensive research and development experience and utilise cutting-edge equipment in controlled settings to ensure optimal reliability.
• Comprehensive coverage: The program covers more than 99 percent of the car parc, ensuring that nearly all hybrid vehicle owners can benefit from these services.
• Expert support: We have a hotline for troubleshooting and guidance, ensuring that workshops can provide the best service possible.
• Safety First: We have a full range of personal protective equipment available to ensure safety during the battery replacement process.
How the program works
When a workshop diagnoses a faulty hybrid traction battery, they can easily initiate the replacement process by contacting NAPA via telephone or PROLink. Upon receiving a quote for the replacement battery, the workshop will have the new battery delivered in specially designed secure boxes to ensure safe handling. After the new battery is installed, the faulty battery is returned to NAPA in the same protective box, streamlining the entire process.
Conclusion
The NAPA Hybrid Traction Battery Program is an invaluable resource for workshops and hybrid vehicle owners alike. By offering reliable, cost-effective battery replacement options, NAPA help reduce the financial burden on vehicle owners and support the growing hybrid vehicle market in New Zealand. For more information about the NAPA Hybrid Traction Battery Program, contact your local NAPA representative or call 0800 439 346.
Embrace the future of automotive maintenance with NAPA and ensure your clients enjoy the benefits of hybrid technology without the excessive costs.
For more information speak to your NAPA rep or call 0800 439 346.
