Willard Batteries is as local as they come and has been a popular fixture in the OEM and local parts aftermarket for over 65 years.
The product range – which includes batteries for passenger vehicles and SUVs, light commercial vehicles, commercial vehicles, tractors and forklifts – has been designed with durability in mind and is ideally suited to handle the rough and tough conditions typical of the African continent. Battery types include flooded lead-acid cells, valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA), AGM, GEL and lead-carbon cells, golf cart batteries as well as Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries.
Willard Battery Xpress also offers valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) maintenance-free and vented batteries for motorcycles, deep cycle and leisure applications. This range of batteries are also utilised in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and quad bikes.
Products
- Automotive Car Batteries
- Specialised Batteries
- Motorcycle Batteries
- Commercial Fleet Batteries
- Leisure and Deep Cycle Batteries
- General Purpose Batteries
- Golf Cart Batteries
Willard Starter Batteries

- Sealed Maintenance Free (SMF), does not require topping up battery with water.
- Durable and robust.
- Enhanced Flooded Technology (EFB) – Improved start/stop cycling performance. Suitable for selected start/stop vehicles (refer to Battery Selection Guide).
- 25 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Willard AGM Batteries

- All Willard AGM batteries are manufactured by Clarios®, the world’s largest battery manufacturer.
- Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology. Innovative plate technology delivering up to three times the cyclic stability of conventional flooded batteries for a longer battery life.
- Suitable for start/stop vehicle applications.
- Glass mat separators for reduced internal resistance, faster charging times and improved current output.
- Quick-charging.
- Vibration resistance, offering more protection against knocks and shocks than flooded batteries for a longer service life.
- Sealed and maintenance-free. Does not require topping up battery with water. Once installed, all you need to do is recharge as necessary.
- 25 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
VARTA Blue

- Sealed Maintenance Free (SMF). Does not require topping up battery with water.
- Superior vibration resistance and can withstand even the most severe conditions on the road.
- Contains a mixing element, exclusively developed by VARTA®, which optimizes charge acceptance and increases service life.
- Patented stamped grid design. A PowerFrame® grid guarantees superior robustness.
- Reliable power.
- A robust design for durability.
- 24 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
VARTA AGM

- Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology. Innovative plate technology delivering up to three times the cyclic stability of conventional flooded batteries for a longer battery life.
- Suitable for all start/stop vehicle applications.
- Glass mat separators for reduced internal resistance, faster charging times and improved current output.
- Quick-charging.
- Vibration resistance, offering more protection against knocks and shocks than flooded batteries for a longer service life.
- Sealed and maintenance-free. Does not require topping up battery with water. Once installed, all you need to do is recharge as necessary.
- 24 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Optima Batteries
- Specifically designed for multiple applications, from traditional car applications, the car sound enthusiast market, camping, 4×4, and marine as well as special applications like emergency vehicles or generators.
- High performance AGM batteries.
- Manufactured by Clarios®, the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive batteries.
- Have Spiral Cell technology.
- The Spiral Cell technology uses continuous electrodes, which enable an optimized energy flow and low internal resistance.
- Built with a legendary six-pack design.
- 24 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
REDTOP® Batteries

- Ideal as a starting battery and is designed to deliver a strong burst of ignition power for a reliable start-up every time.
YELLOWTOP® Batteries

- A truly dual-case car battery, one of the few available in the market.
- With superior starting power and impressive cycling capabilities, this heavy-duty battery is also perfect for today’s vehicles that are packed with accessories.
BLUETOP® Batteries

- Has phenomenal runtime and more recharges than you would get from a traditional battery.
- Boasts outstanding resistance to vibration and faster recharge times.

Yuasa Motorcycle Batteries

- A world renowned manufacturer and supplier of motorcycle batteries.
- Preferred OEM supplier to leading motorcycle manufacturers.
- Suitable for various motorbikes.
- 12 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Maintenance Free
- Does not require refilling.
- Ideal for motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, riding mowers and personal watercraft.
- Spill-proof design means virtually no possibility of leaks.
- Advanced lead-calcium technology pumps up starting power.
- Sulphation retardant increases battery life.
- Long lasting and will last up to three times longer than conventional batteries.
- Exceptional resistance to vibration making it one of the most reliable batteries on the market.
Yumicron
- High-tech, power-boosting design makes YuMicron ideal for the special demands of personal watercraft, motorcycles and ATVs, and accessory-laden touring bikes and modified vehicles.
- Vibration resistant.
- Delivers up to 30% more starting power than conventional types.
Conventional
- The conventional 12V & 6V battery is the industry standard for motorcycles.
- Specifically designed to protect against seepage and corrosion.
- Manufactured to withstand excessive vibration.
Toplite Motorcycle Battery

- The Toplite brand is manufactured by Yuasa, a world leading manufacturer.
- Suitable for all motorbikes.
- 12 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Maintenance Free
- Does not require refilling.
- Ideal for motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, riding mowers and personal watercraft.
- Spill-proof design means virtually no possibility of leaks.
- Advanced lead-calcium technology pumps up starting power.
- Long lasting and will last up to three times longer than conventional batteries.
- Exceptional resistance to vibration making it a reliable battery on the market.
Yumicron
- High-tech, power-boosting design makes YuMicron ideal for the special demands of personal watercraft, motorcycles and ATVs, and accessory-laden touring bikes and modified vehicles.
- Vibration resistant.
- Delivers up to 30% more power than conventional types.
Conventional
- The conventional 12V & 6V battery is the industry standard for motorcycles.
- Specifically designed to protect against seepage and corrosion.
- Manufactured to withstand excessive vibration.
Willard Starter Batteries

- Sealed Maintenance Free (SMF), does not require topping battery up with water.
- Durable and robust.
- Vibration resistant.
- Enhanced Flooded Technology (EFB).
- 25 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
VARTA Blue

- Sealed Maintenance Free (SMF). Does not require topping up battery with water.
- Superior vibration resistance and can withstand even the most severe conditions on the road.
- Contains a mixing element, exclusively developed by VARTA® which optimizes charge acceptance and increases service life.
- Patented stamped grid design. A PowerFrame® grid guarantees superior robustness.
- Reliable power. A robust design for durability.
- 24 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
VARTA AGM

- Designed for heavy commercial vehicles.
- Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology. Innovative plate technology delivering up to eight times the cyclic stability of conventional flooded batteries for a longer battery life.
- Suitable for start/stop vehicle applications.
- Glass mat separators for reduced internal resistance, faster charging times and improved current output.
- Patented PowerFrame® grid for reliable starting power, fast recharge and corrosion resistance.
- Quick-charging. Charges in far less time than conventional flooded or GEL batteries.
- Vibration resistance, offering more protection against knocks and shocks than flooded batteries for a longer service life.
- Sealed and maintenance-free. Does not require topping up battery with water. Once installed, all you need to do is recharge as necessary.
- 24 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Willard Lead Acid Batteries

- For use in general outdoor leisure applications i.e. boating, camping, and 4×4 applications.
- For easy carrying, battery comes with a robust handle.
- 25 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Willard GEL Batteries

- Sealed Maintenance Free (SMF), does not require topping up battery with water.
- Spill proof.
- Longitudinal handle for easy carrying.
- Durable and hardwearing.
- GEL technology – improved discharge depth and charge acceptance.
- Award winning alloys – batteries last longer.
- Improved cycling performance compared to standard flooded batteries.
- Performs better for certain types of applications, cases where the battery needs to discharge for a long time and then recharge.
- Suited for use in:
- Small scale solar systems/low cost solar installations.
- UPS integration/home-based power backup systems.
- Dual battery systems for vehicle/trailer/caravans.
- Maximum depth of discharge 50% at room temperature.
- Not recommended for use in cranking applications.
- 25 month nation-wide warranty.
- 98% recyclable.
Gate Motor Batteries

- Lead Calcium multi-alloy grid.
- High corrosion resistant performance.
- High energy density and power density.
- Optimized capability of instant high-current discharging.
- Excellent charge acceptance ability.
- Excellent deep cycle discharge capability.
- Strong high and low temperature performance.
- Precision sealing technology.
Alarm Batteries

- Lead Calcium multi-alloy grid.
- High corrosion resistant performance.
- High energy density and power density.
- Optimized capability of instant high-current discharging.
- Excellent charge acceptance ability.
- Excellent deep cycle discharge capability.
- Strong high and low temperature performance.
- Precision sealing technology.
Garage Door Batteries

- Lead Calcium multi-alloy grid.
- High corrosion resistant performance.
- High energy density and power density.
- Optimized capability of instant high-current discharging.
- Excellent charge acceptance ability.
- Excellent deep cycle discharge capability.
- Strong high and low temperature performance.
- Precision sealing technology.
Willard Golf Cart Batteries

- Available in both 8V and 12V derivatives
- Golf batteries are locally manufactured
- Offer superior specifications and enhanced performance
- Have a 12 month warranty
- Available nationally
