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Auto Channel is the best way to reach the wider automotive industry. The publication is direct mailed to 11,306 New Zealand businesses in the following automotive sectors:

Automotive workshops, parts importers and distributors, transmission specialists, automotive recyclers, towing operators, panel beaters and painters, crash repairers, tyre dealers, suspension and underbody repairers, steering specialists, towing operators, auto-electrical repairers, new- and used-car dealers, air-conditioning repairers, heavy-machinery dealers, trucking and transport.

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“R&J Batteries is now happy to offer a top-notch recognised brand like ACDelco to our customers in New Zealand. Since we have been distributing ACDelco batteries in Australia for nearly two decades, we have an already established support system and knowledge base to pull from for the benefit of our customers in New Zealand,” Andy said.

“R&J Batteries is known for its range of world-class products, knowledgeable staff and outstanding customer service. We look forward to working closely with General Motors New Zealand to offer everything R&J Batteries is known for.”

ACDelco is recognised as a world leader in the automotive aftermarket. Its backing by General Motors further strengthens the brand and reinforces its range of quality products. Having ACDelco Batteries widely distributed in New Zealand by R&J Batteries, which has over 26 years of experience in the battery industry, is the beginning of another powerful association.

General manager (aftersales) at General Motors New Zealand Stephen Matthews said the partnership with R&J Batteries is part of a growth strategy.

“As we look to develop the ACDelco battery business in New Zealand, supported by our existing Holden and Isuzu truck dealer network, we see opportunities to grow the brand across the automotive sector, supporting customers with a quality product. We look forward to developing the relationship that will not only grow the business but secure our business for the future.”

ACDelco has built a worldwide reputation as a premium source of experience, dependability, technology, and performance. This reputation is consistent across its range of batteries. Since the early 1970s, ACDelco has been at the forefront of battery innovation, pioneering the use of lead-calcium battery plates. The brand is also credited with developing the first mass-produced maintenance-free battery in the world. The current range of ACDelco batteries is designed to suit a wide spectrum of applications in categories such as automotive, commercial, high cycle marine, marine starting, garden and lawn, covering all business, residential and recreational battery needs.

ACDELCO AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES

The ACDelco range of automotive batteries consists of Premium (SMF), enhanced flooded battery (EFB), and absorbent glass mat (AGM). The Premium automotive range features sizes to suit

all makes and models of vehicles. Featuring leadcalcium alloy grid, full-frame technology plates and calcium/calcium chemistry, these batteries are built to meet or exceed original equipment specifications from manufacturers around the world.

ACDelco EFB and AGM batteries are designed for modern stop/start vehicles which put extra demands on batteries compared with their conventional counterparts. These batteries are built to perform in extreme conditions and challenging situations. ACDelco EFB batteries are constructed with full frame positive and negative plates, giving them the durability and reliability needed by stop/start vehicles.

The ACDelco AGM range represents the best in advanced battery technology. They are designed with high compression absorbent glass mat separators which significantly increase the cycle life and improves charge acceptance compared with standard flooded lead-acid batteries. These batteries provide high cranking power even when the state of charge is low.

ACDELCO COMMERCIAL BATTERIES

The ACDelco range of commercial batteries provide both high cranking power and the reserve capacity needed for continual demand applications. The combination of commercial grade plates made from lead calcium alloy and liquid gas separator lids deliver a maintenance-free experience for commercial fleet and business operators across New Zealand. ACDelco Commercial batteries are built with the understanding that commercial vehicles are subjected to high mileage conditions and varied terrains on a regular basis. The commercial range batteries consist of tough PE separators and lock-bonded plate groups for the highest durability and service life.

ACDELCO MARINE STARTING AND HIGH CYCLE MARINE BATTERIES

Marine Starting (M Series) and High Cycle Marine (HCM) batteries by ACDelco are designed for marine and recreational vehicles with demanding needs. The range’s characteristic expanded lead-calcium grids make ACDelco M and HCM series batteries more durable and powerful than batteries with conventional cast-type grids. The M series cranking batteries provide high cold cranking amps and improved vibration-resistance compared with traditional automotive batteries. The HCM series feature thicker plate grids and more active plate material than standard automotive batteries for increased performance. The HCM series are designed to be a dualpurpose battery which can crank and provide improved cycling ability when needed. Strong engine starting power and cycling ability make these batteries a suitable choice for a wide range of marine, RV and SUV applications. Both M and HCM series also feature dual-fit terminals for easy fitment of additional accessories.

ACDELCO GARDEN AND LAWNMOWER BATTERIES

ACDelco garden and lawn mower batteries deliver high performance and a maintenancefree experience for consumers with garden and lawn mower machines. These batteries are built with lead-calcium expanded grids, protected by a rugged and durable polypropylene case and feature a heat-sealed case to increase leak resistance. Additional features and benefits of the ACDelco garden and lawn mower range include spark and flame arrestors, corrosion-resistance capability, low self-discharge rate and lug terminals to suit most mower and stationary engine fitments. These numerous features and benefits make ACDelco garden and lawn mower batteries a suitable choice for garden applications needing a long battery life, powerful performance and hassle-free operation.

Whether the application is automotive, commercial, marine or garden, ACDelco has a battery to meet almost any business, residential or recreational battery need. All ACDelco batteries are laboratory-tested, field-proven, and have

undergone numerous quality control checks before being available on the market. The strong warranty coverage on all ACDelco batteries is another testament to its quality and performance capabilities.

Explore the ACDelco batteries range today at your nearest R&J Batteries branch located in Wiri, Christchurch, Hamilton, or Albany. If your business is an auto electrical workshop, battery reseller or parts supplier, join the ACDelco stockist programme to be part of a growing company. For more information on the ACDelco battery range or to become a stockist, call 0800 546 000 or visit rjbatt.co.nz.

The M series cranking batteries provide high cold cranking amps and improved vibrationresistance compared with traditional automotive batteries

New generation Narva LED marine lamps

A NEW DUAL-COLOUR LED MARINE FLOOD LAMP FROM NARVA NOT ONLY PROVIDES SUPERIOR LIGHTING FOR SAFER BOATING AT NIGHT, BUT ALSO INCORPORATES SPECIAL MATERIALS TO WARD OFF CORROSION.

Just released to the New Zealand market, the new Narva LED deck lamp features hard-wearing plastic materials in the body and bracket in place of the usual metal components. These tough new materials will prevent corrosion of the lamp and the lamp bracket. It will also prevent galvanic corrosion, which occurs between dissimilar metals, on aluminium boats.

“Anyone who has spent extended time in the marine industry knows that corrosion, especially galvanic corrosion on aluminium boats, needs to be managed correctly,” says Tim Paterson, Griffiths Equipment’s national sales manager. Griffiths Equipment distributes Narva automotive and marine lighting products throughout New Zealand.

“With clever engineering these new deck lamps have solved this issue once and for all with an allnylon body and bracket.”

Paterson says that traditionally the bracket would be stainless steel, but using a nylon bracket and nylon fixing hardware, including a nylon locknut and washer to fix the lamp to the boat, the opportunity for corrosion is severely restricted.

The nylon bracket has been engineered to withstand shock and vibration testing to marine standard JIS D1601, ensuring it will not break in rough seas.

The bracket can be rotated 360° for easy mounting. The installer has the option of using a single bolt or two screws when there is no access behind the mounting surface.

The LEDs project a wide flood beam and feature dual-colour capability, easily switching from white to red when necessary to protect night vision.

The white light has an output of 1000 Lumens at 5700K. The red light also provides plenty of light (623nm).

Paterson says the new Narva LED deck lamp, specifically designed for marine environments, meets IP67 standards. Using LED technology, it draws very little current from the batteries (0.57A @12V for the white light).

The new Narva LED deck lamp comes in white or black body finishes and is covered by Narva’s five-year LED warranty. Available from marine and automotive retailers throughout New Zealand.