Car Battery Disposal Melbourne — Safe, Compliant, and Often Free
A dead car battery sitting in your garage isn't just useless — it's a hazardous waste item that can't legally go in your general rubbish bin. Lead-acid batteries contain sulphuric acid and lead, both of which are harmful to the environment if they end up in landfill. The good news is that car batteries are one of the most recyclable products around, and we make disposal easy.
Bring your old car battery to our Coburg North yard and we'll take it off your hands. For a single battery, there's no charge — it's a free drop-off. If you've got a larger load (mechanics, auto wreckers, and battery retailers often accumulate dozens), we'll pay you cash based on the weight and lead content.
We accept all types of car and vehicle batteries — standard lead-acid, AGM, gel, and calcium batteries from cars, trucks, 4WDs, motorcycles, and marine vessels. All batteries are processed through a licensed recycling facility. The lead is recovered and reused, the acid is neutralised, and the plastic casing is recycled.
Batteries We Accept for Disposal
- Standard car batteries (all sizes)
- AGM and EFB batteries
- Calcium and maintenance-free batteries
- Truck and heavy vehicle batteries
- 4WD and SUV batteries
- Motorcycle batteries
- Marine and deep-cycle batteries
- Hybrid vehicle auxiliary batteries
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free to drop off a single car battery?
Yes — for a single car battery, there's no charge. Just bring it to our Coburg North yard during business hours.
Why can't I put a car battery in the bin?
Lead-acid batteries are classified as hazardous waste under Victorian EPA regulations. They contain lead and sulphuric acid, which are harmful to the environment if they go to landfill. Disposal through a licensed recycler like us is the legal and responsible option.
I'm a mechanic with a lot of old batteries — can you collect?
Yes — for regular loads from workshops, we can arrange collection. You'll also earn cash for the lead content. Call 0449 060 697 to set up a schedule.
What happens to the battery after you take it?
It goes to a licensed battery recycling facility. The lead is recovered and reused in new batteries, the acid is neutralised, and the plastic casing is recycled. Nothing goes to landfill.
Dispose of Your Car Battery Today
Free single-battery drop-off at our Coburg North yard. Cash paid for larger loads.