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Demand for lead car batteries expected to grow 1.9% in 2026 as vehicle fleet evolves
Lead batteries keep foothold in North American automotive battery market

A new report shows that advanced lead batteries remain the resilient standard in the North American...

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May 11, 2026

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Lead batteries maintain growth trajectory in North American automotive battery market

A new report highlights the enduring role of advanced lead batteries in the evolving U.S. vehicle...

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September 22, 2025

The domestic lead battery industry is still thriving after more than 100 years of operation, offering good-paying jobs in rural communities that prove American manufacturing is alive and well.

Roger Miksad, President, Battery Council International