As the transition to electric vehicles continues apace, independent garages face a growing risk of losing more business to VM dealers. With its new high-voltage battery repair programme, Carwood is intent on reversing this trend; allowing non-EV qualified workshops to add EV battery capability and tap into a new revenue stream, with minimal risk.
An electric opportunity: With more than 1.3 million battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on the UK’s roads, and over one fifth of new car registrations now electric, the shift to zero-emission vehicles is clear. This represents a growing service opportunity for the IAM; one such area being the high-cost, high-voltage (HV) battery.
Breaking the VM monopoly: Until now, EV battery work has largely been satisfied by the VM network due to the complexity of HEVs, a lack of qualified garages, and few, if any, viable service options; either replacing the complete battery pack, or replacing only worn or faulty modules, which risks compromising the batteries performance and lifespan.
Affordable, OE-backed repair: But not any longer! As a Bosch-authorised HV battery repair centre, Carwood can return popular Toyota Yaris, Prius, Auris and Lexus CT Toyota batteries back to their original spec. Ensuring like-new capacity, voltage and charging performance, but at a fraction of the cost to you and the planet.
Full module replacement: Because a battery is only as good as its weakest link, Carwood’s EV trained technicians replace the old modules with brand new metal hydride modules. Each one is voltage and capacity matched, just like in a new battery pack, ensuring better capacity, faster charging and a longer battery life, with fewer customer comebacks. And for added peace of mind, comes with a Bosch backed five-year warranty.
Save time, money and the planet: By replacing only the battery modules, and reusing all other wear-free components, such as the housing, blower and electronics, the solution saves money and valuable resources. A repaired high-voltage battery from Carwood costs on average 25% less than a new unit, whilst preventing otherwise good parts from going to landfill. So you’re saving both money and the planet.
The repair also meets OEM-equivalent safety, performance, and durability benchmarks, and is approved by the UK Road Vehicles Regulation. This avoids the need for additional checks post repair, saving you time and hassle too.
To book a HV battery repair call Carwood on 02476 449533 or email ev@carwood.org
