{"id":2651,"date":"2026-02-16T11:50:43","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T10:50:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/before-the-battery-test-information-for-companies\/"},"modified":"2026-05-28T11:25:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T10:25:24","slug":"before-the-battery-test-information-for-companies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/en\/our-battery-tests\/before-the-battery-test-information-for-companies\/","title":{"rendered":"Before the battery test \u2013 information for companies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-bundle alignwide p-8 rounded-lg border border-neutral bg-white wp-block-bundle--narrow\">\n    \n    \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\">Ensure access to vehicle and data<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1.png\" alt=\"Before the battery test. \" class=\"wp-image-905\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7762566694748667;width:524px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1-700x394.png 700w, https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1-250x141.png 250w, https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/DEKRA_Car_Green-1-120x68.png 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Before the battery test, the vehicle must be available for physical inspection and digital readout. This means that: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The vehicle must be fully identifiable via registration number or VIN.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li> The high-voltage battery must be active and accessible for diagnostics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The vehicle must be able to start and communicate with the test system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Any error messages or limitations should be documented in advance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Access to correct vehicle data ensures that the test result is accurate and comparable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical requirements for conducting the battery test<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The battery in the electric vehicle\/plug-in hybrid matches the list* of vehicles that DEKRA can test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For the battery test to be carried out, the battery must be charged between 40\u201380 percent (State of Charge).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Battery temperature between +10\u00b0C to +30\u00b0C (may differ significantly from the ambient temperature).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Individual cell temperature differences within the battery &lt;2\u00b0C.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DEKRA\u2019s battery test can only be performed on the batteries that DEKRA has verified and checked. Even if the make and model match, the battery in the vehicle may differ between different VIN series. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:13px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-neutral-pure-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-b0af117b718531028f07f2cc0cbfc4ca is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Practical preparations in the business<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For companies performing tests in-house via DEKRA&#8217;s SaaS solution, the following is important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure that responsible personnel have access to the test system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use compatible diagnostic equipment according to DEKRA&#8217;s specifications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Perform the test in a safe working environment adapted for work with electrified vehicles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan the test in connection with, for example, trade-ins, appraisals, or delivery inspections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The test is designed to be integrated into existing work processes without disrupting daily operations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What the battery test includes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DEKRA&#8217;s test analyzes the battery&#8217;s health (State of Health, SoH) and identifies the battery&#8217;s current capacity in relation to its original performance. The result is presented in the form of a certificate. DEKRA Battery Readout generates a report on the battery&#8217;s estimated performance.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DEKRA Battery Test provides a reliable basis for decision-making regarding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Appraisal of used electric cars and plug-in hybrids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sales and purchases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lease returns and residual value assessment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quality control in vehicle inventory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>After the completed test<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the test is completed, a documented result is generated that can be used internally or shared with the customer. The result contributes to increased transparency and strengthens trust in the transaction by clearly showing the battery&#8217;s current status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For businesses working continuously with electrified vehicles, the battery test becomes a natural tool in the quality and sales process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Next steps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you would like to know more about how battery tests can be integrated into your business or how to prepare your organization, you are welcome to contact DEKRA for advice and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/dekra-batteritest.se\/en\/support\/\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-left-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px\">Advice and support<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Practical preparations in the business For companies performing tests in-house via DEKRA&#8217;s SaaS solution, the following is important: The test is designed to be integrated into existing work processes without disrupting daily operations. 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