About BatteryScout

BatteryScout was born out of frustration. As engineers and tradespeople, we were constantly helping friends, family, and colleagues navigate the confusing world of car and van batteries. The jargon was overwhelming, the advice was conflicting, and people were making expensive mistakes.

We realized that most drivers don't need to become battery experts — they just need clear, practical answers to real questions: "Is my battery dead or just flat?" "Do I need AGM or EFB?" "Why won't my van start on cold mornings?"

So we built BatteryScout: a resource that explains battery technology in plain English, helps you diagnose problems, and guides you to the right buying decision — without the sales pitch or technical overwhelm.

We want to be your neutral "battery nerd friend" — the person you can trust to explain things clearly, point out what actually matters, and help you avoid costly mistakes.

Our content is written by people who work with batteries every day: mechanics, electrical engineers, and tradespeople who understand both the theory and the real-world problems drivers face.

BatteryScout is monetised through affiliate partnerships with retailers like Halfords, Euro Car Parts, Amazon, eBay Motors, and Tayna. When you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you.

Here's what that means for you:

• We only recommend products we genuinely believe in. If a battery isn't right for your situation, we'll tell you — even if it means we don't earn a commission.
• Our advice is independent. We're not paid by manufacturers to promote specific brands, and we don't let affiliate relationships influence our recommendations.
• We're transparent about our partnerships. You'll always know when a link is an affiliate link, and we'll explain our reasoning behind recommendations.

Our goal is to build trust through useful, honest content. If we recommend something, it's because we think it's genuinely helpful — not because it pays the most.

We're constantly expanding our guides and tools. Coming soon:

• Interactive fitment tools to find the exact battery for your vehicle
• AI-powered symptom checker for diagnosing starting problems
• More in-depth guides on specific vehicle types and use cases
• Real-world testing and comparisons of popular battery brands

Have a question or suggestion? We'd love to hear from you. Get in touch.