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24 Month Warranty

All of our batteries are accompanied by a hassle free 24 month warranty

100% Maintenance Free

Our batteries are long lasting, powerful, durable and 100% Maintenance Free

Safe & Dependable

Our batteries are all tried, tested, trusted and certified safe for use

About Us

Hi Torque has been a leading and innovative battery Retailer and distributor in South Africa for over 15 years. The team is made up of dynamic individuals who are passionate in what they do and committed to quality and efficiency. Hi Torque Batteries, is well known for its unbeatable prices and great service. Our products are guaranteed against manufacturer’s defects, and we provide products that are safe, reliable, and cost effective. We strive to satisfy and pride ourselves in getting you the right battery, at the right price, every time.

Vision

South Africa’s trusted distributor of automotive batteries in the after-market industry.

Mission

Through dedication to innovation and excellence, we will continuously supply products that can be trusted by our customers. We are committed to providing our customers with the best service possible and ensuring our products surpass high quality standards whilst maintaining competitive market prices. We strive for 100% satisfaction with every Hi Torque purchase.

Values

The Hi Torque family prides itself with passion, knowledge, and skill. A company that is committed to employment equity and job creation. Service delivery, reliability and integrity is what we strive for.

FAQs & Myths

Automotive batteries are simple and straight forward, simply install the battery and start the vehicle. Some basic questions and myths are answered below.

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NO. Different batteries have different specifications for application purposes. An example would be that an automotive battery is different to that of a solar battery and similarly different to deep cycle batteries. Ensuring the correct battery is used for the correct application may provide a reasonable lifespan.

  • Positive grid corrosion.
  • Overcharging – due to malfunction in a vehicle’s electrical system.
  • Sulphation in storage.
  • Undercharging with voltages less than 13.8 volts.
  • Old age.
  • Corrosion.
  • Physical damage due to vibration.

Either there could be a problem with your battery or with your charging system. Below are some warning signals that may indicate the possible problem.

  • The system warning light on the panel stays on for extended periods after the
    engine is running.
  • The headlights dim whilst idling.
  • The battery seems to lose power quicker in cold weather over warm weather.

To determine if the battery is actually faulty or failing, have your battery tested.

Yes. Even though modern day technology takes safety into consideration, the chances of a battery exploding is still there.
For safety reasons, when working with or near a battery, always:

  • Wear safety goggles.
  • Shield your eyes and face from the battery.
  • Keep as much distance as possible from the battery.
  • Read warning labels on the battery.
  • Read the vehicle instruction manual before jump starting.

Should you get acid on your skin or in your eyes, flush with water immediately and seek medical attention.

Even if you haven’t used your car for a while, its battery is still being drained by your car’s alarm and electrical systems. As batteries are electrochemical devices, they naturally lose charge over time. All of which means that it’s worth getting your battery checked if your car has been sitting around, or only used for short infrequent journeys.

The natural discharge rate of a battery is actually highest in summer because of the higher temperatures. So where did this myth come from? Well, a battery will lose approximately 30% of its ability to supply cold cranking amps at 0°C. Also, the act of starting a car engine is much harder on your battery when it’s cold (due to the thick, cold engine oil) and that’s why you’re more likely to struggle in winter. Batteries also find it harder to accept a charge when it’s cold because their internal resistance increases.

Starting your car is the very thing that puts the highest drain on your battery. It requires a lot of energy to get a car going, so it’s very unlikely that a short drive will put enough charge back into the battery to cover that energy that was lost. Most modern cars can charge a battery while they’re idle, but it’s not a great idea to just let a cold engine idle its way up to temperature while charging. A battery charger may be required to solve this problem.

Strangely enough, this myth proves to be true. Lead is a critical component of a battery, and on a basic level the more lead you have in a battery, the better it will perform.

Expensive batteries tend to be superior in quality due to it having more plates inside. In simple terms, having more plates gives your battery more energy to start your car. So yes, paying more for a battery does sometimes mean it’ll give better results and last longer.

If your car has start-stop technology, it’ll be fitted with a next-generation lead acid battery. This is because the battery has to crank the engine more frequently as you start and stop in traffic. Some start-stop cars will have an Enhanced Flooded Battery (EFB), while others will have an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) battery. These batteries need to be replaced with one of the same type and spec, or you could run into problems.

A battery is a consumable item, just like a brake pad, which means it’ll wear with use. And while you can certainly prolong your battery’s life with careful charging, testing and maintenance, it will still need to be replaced eventually. It’s just a pity that batteries don’t last as long as cars do.