Manager
Mike Dillon
Has 20 years experience in the battery industry. A very keen outdoors man, he enjoys hunting and fishing. Enjoys time with his family and grandchildren.
Our story
Proudly Southland owned since 1962.
Southland Batteries has helped keep the region moving for more than six decades. We remain local, independent and focused on straightforward service.
Your one-stop battery shop
Experience you can talk to.
When equipment is integral to daily life or work, you cannot afford to wait. Southland Batteries stocks an impressive range for cars, construction equipment, boats, farms, homes and small electronics.
We are proud to be Southland owned and operated, and Century and Yuasa agents for Southland and Central Otago.
Established 1962
More than six decades serving Southland customers and businesses.
Genuinely local
Owned and operated in Southland, with our shop at 49 Bond Street.
Here for the region
Long-standing support for local groups, charities and the wider community.
The people behind the batteries
Meet our team.
Sales representative
Gary Low
With 10 years experience, Gary services all the battery stockists in Southland and Central Otago. A very keen and accomplished sportsman – he is the current NZ Indoor Bowls Champion. He also enjoys motor racing and restoring cars.
Technical specialist
David Glass
The technical man of the team, he has over 3 years battery experience and before that worked at Dick Smith for 18 years. A very accomplished musician, playing over 20 instruments, and is a member of Contraband.
Our approach
The right battery, not just any battery.
We listen, check the application and recommend a dependable option. If the right product is not on the shelf, we will work to source it.