Is a sodium battery for fleet use actually cheaper, or just a longer lasting option?

Both. The upfront unit cost is higher than a basic lead acid battery, but the 5 year cost per vehicle is typically lower once replacement frequency and avoided downtime are factored in, not just the sticker price.

How do I build a business case my finance team will approve?

Compare total cost per vehicle over 5 years, not unit price. Pull your current battery replacement frequency and any battery related breakdown costs from your maintenance records, then compare that total against a single sodium ion purchase with a 5 year warranty.

Does sodium ion chemistry work reliably in commercial and fleet conditions?

Yes. The relevant factors for starter battery use, cycle life, cold cranking amps and temperature tolerance, are all rated and warrantied on the SaltyCells range, and the chemistry is well established globally in mobile and stationary power applications.

Can I get bulk or account pricing for a fleet order?

Yes. Contact SaltyCells directly with your vehicle count and battery requirements for bulk and account pricing rather than ordering at retail rates.

What if only some of my fleet needs the upgrade?

That is normal. Start with the vehicles carrying auxiliary loads, irregular use patterns or operating in extreme heat or cold, since that is where lead acid fails fastest and the business case is strongest, then expand as replacement cycles come up on the rest of the fleet.

Sodium Ion Batteries for Fleets: The Business Case

The business case for a sodium battery for fleet vehicles in Australia: lower total cost per vehicle, fewer breakdowns and 3,000 plus battery cycles.