Clarios Delkor^® batteries have been ranked first in the automotive battery category of the '2024 Korean Standard Quality Excellence Index (KS-QEI)' for the 19th consecutive year. Delkor, an endorsed brand of Clarios – a global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility – supplies high-quality automotive batteries, backed by advanced technology, cutting-edge manufacturing processes, and strict quality control throughout each production stage.

The Korean Standard Quality Excellence Index (KS-QEI) is a quality measurement model jointly developed by the Korean Standards Association (KSA) and the Korean Society for Quality Management (KSQM). It reflects customer satisfaction with product and service quality, tailored to the characteristics of various industries. In this year's survey, Clarios Delkor^® batteries achieved the highest score in the automotive battery category, excelling across six functional quality criteria—performance, reliability, durability, usability, safety, and accessibility—as well as three emotional quality criteria—image, recognition, and innovation. Since 2006, Clarios Delkor has maintained its position as the top choice in the industry.

The Delkor AGM battery supports start-stop technology, an innovative feature adopted by many automakers to improve fuel efficiency, providing significantly enhanced power to meet increased electrical demands. It is designed for long-lasting performance, with a battery life up to three times longer than conventional batteries. It ensures reliable operation through rapid recharging during peak power demands.

Clarios, a global leader in advanced low-voltage battery technology powers nearly every type of vehicle and are found in one of three cars on the road today. With a rigorous focus on sustainability, Clarios works to ensure 100% of products sold are recyclable and recycles 8,000 batteries an hour within its network. In recognition of these efforts, Clarios was recently named one of the '2024 World's Most Ethical Companies' by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing standards of ethical business practices, for the second consecutive year.

“Through our expertise in battery performance and systems, we have built a trusted portfolio in the industry,” remarked SJ Won, Vice President & General Manager, North Asia & ANZ. “Thanks to the support of our customers and partners, we have maintained our top position for 19 years, keeping pace with advancements in automotive technology. We will continue to innovate, providing safe and efficient low-voltage solutions to contribute to a sustainable future.”

About Clarios

Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. Clarios is a Brookfield portfolio company. For more information, please visit Clarios.com.