United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Battery Type (Flooded, SLI, Absorbent Glass Mat, and Enhanced Flooded Battery), By End-user (Passenger Cars, Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, and 2 & 3 Wheelers), and United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Size Was Estimated at USD 949.24 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 8.56% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 2343.12 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 2343.12 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 8.56% from 2025 to 2035. The increasing the automotive aftermarket, growing demand for affordable energy storage options, increasing vehicle production, and the continued usage of lead acid batteries in backup and start-stop power systems.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market refers to the industry involved in the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of lead acid batteries for automobiles in the United Kingdom.  The starting, lighting, and ignition (SLI) features of automobiles, trucks, and motorbikes are the main uses for these batteries.  Despite the emergence of more modern battery technologies in the automotive industry, lead acid batteries which are renowned for their affordability, dependability, and recyclable nature, remain extensively utilized. The developing proportion of individuals who own cars, the need for new batteries, and the regular usage of lead acid batteries in car start-stop systems.  Furthermore, lead acid batteries continue to be used for auxiliary purposes in the transition to electric and hybrid vehicles.  The market potential is further increased by government programs encouraging battery recycling and the lower cost of lead acid batteries in comparison to more modern technologies, particularly for use in commercial fleets and rural vehicle applications. The developments in absorbent glass mat (AGM) and enhanced flooded batteries (EFB) technology which extend battery life, performance, and efficiency. Lead acid batteries are now more compatible with current vehicle needs and environmental regulations, attributable to these advancements, which also support start-stop systems and lower carbon emissions.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market.

Driving Factors

The growing manufacturing of cars, the growing need for low-cost and reliable energy storage alternatives, and the extensive usage of lead acid batteries in automobiles with internal combustion engines. Their allure is increased by their low cost, simplicity in recycling, and track record of success in frigid areas. Sustained growth is also supported by the expanding automobile aftermarket and the need for new batteries. The market demand is further increased by the use of start-stop systems in automobiles, which mostly rely on cutting-edge lead acid technologies like AGM and EFB. Government programs that support recycling and environmental sustainability additionally contribute to helping the market grow.

Restraining Factors

The restrictions on the use of lead in the environment, worries regarding lead poisoning, and the low energy density of lead acid batteries. Furthermore, classic lead acid solutions are becoming less appealing in contemporary automotive applications because to developments in alternative battery technologies.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market share is classified into battery type and end-user.

• The flooded segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period

The United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market is segmented by battery type into flooded, SLI, absorbent glass mat, and enhanced flooded battery. Among these, the flooded segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segment growth can be attributed their suitability for traditional cars, cost, and dependability.  They are a popular option in the UK's automotive lead acid battery market due to their broad availability, robust performance under a variety of situations, and ease of maintenance.

• The passenger cars segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period

The United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market is segmented by end user into passenger cars, light and heavy commercial vehicles, and 2 & 3 wheelers. Among these, the passenger cars segment accounted for the largest revenue in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because of the substantial amount of conventional and hybrid automobiles in the UK, the growing need for dependable and reasonably priced lead acid batteries, and the fact that both conventional and hybrid cars depend on them for starting and auxiliary power.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• C and D Technologies, Inc.
• Clarios
• ACDelco
• EnerSys
• Exide Industries Ltd.
• Johnson Controls
• Halfords
• Leoch International Technology Limited
• Motive Power Batteries
• Others.

Recent Developments:

• In July 2024, Exide launched an advanced Starting, Lighting, and Ignition (SLI) Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) battery. This product is designed to offer improved performance and durability, catering to the demands of start-stop and electric vehicles.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at UK, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom automotive lead acid battery market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market, By Battery Type

• Flooded
• SLI
• Absorbent Glass Mat
• Enhanced Flooded Battery

United Kingdom Automotive Lead Acid Battery Market, By End-user

• Passenger Cars
• Light and Heavy Commercial Vehicles
• 2 and 3 Wheelers