Battery Recycling
How we recycle batteries to protect New Zealand's environment
What happens to your old battery?
When your car battery reaches the end of its life, replacing it is only half the job. What we do with it next is just as important.
That’s why at Battery Town, old batteries are recycled through a reputable battery recycling company to recover valuable reusable materials, while also preventing harmful substances from ending up in landfill.
One battery can make a big difference
A typical automotive battery contains lead-acid, plastic and electrolyte. If it’s left to deteriorate or it’s disposed of incorrectly, these materials can pose a risk to the environment.
The good news is that automotive batteries are one of the world's most recyclable products.
- Lead-acid is recovered and refined for use in new batteries and other products
- The plastic casing is recycled into new plastic components
- Electrolyte is safely treated through approved recycling processes
All of this means that very little of the original battery goes to waste.
Responsible battery recycling starts with Battery Town
When you choose Battery Town to replace your battery, you don't have to worry about what happens next.
Our technicians safely remove your old battery and make sure it goes to an established battery recycling company, giving you confidence that it’ll be handled responsibly from start to finish.
It's all part of our commitment to looking after both your vehicle and the environment.
Nationwide recycling through Battery Town
With over 100 Battery Town locations right across New Zealand, responsible battery recycling is available throughout the country.
Our nationwide network doesn't just supply and fit quality batteries. We make sure every battery we replace is handled responsibly, in accordance with applicable requirements, and in an environmentally responsible way.
So when it's time for a new battery, choose a business that thinks beyond just the installation.
A better choice for future generations
Whether you're replacing a battery in your family car, work ute, 4WD, boat, campervan or commercial vehicle, Battery Town makes sure the old battery is recycled responsibly.
It's a simple step that makes a real difference. Every recycled battery means fewer raw materials are needed to manufacture new products, and fewer hazardous materials end up in the environment.