Are Costco Interstate batteries the same?

Costco Interstate batteries offer the same reliable power as Interstate batteries, but a different warranty program supports them.

Will Costco take my old car battery?

You can bring your old battery and proof of purchase to any Costco in order to redeem your battery core charge.

Does Costco take your old car battery?

Costco adds a fee onto the purchase of a battery known as a core charge to encourage customers to recycle their old car batteries by bringing them into Costco to claim their money back. You can bring your old battery and proof of purchase to any Costco in order to redeem your battery core charge.

Who makes Kirkland batteries?

Much to my surprise, the Costco CEO recently divulged that Kirkland batteries are actually made by Duracell. So why pay up to 35 cents more per battery with Duracell when you can opt for the Kirkland brand knowing that the quality is probably identical.

Are Costco brand batteries good?

Consumer Reports magazine gave Kirkland Signature the BEST BUY rating in AA Alkaline battery ratings, even though it came in THIRD in the ratings. Seven batteries were recommended (listed here), six were not recommended (see magazine).

What are brands of car batteries does Costco carry?

Costco only carries one brand of car batteries, Interstate Batteries, one of the oldest makers of batteries for automotive use, at a very competitive price (as expected). Interstate Batteries are known to be top-quality, dependable, and preferred by auto technicians in North America.

What car batteries are available at Costco?

In the past, Costco has sold it’s house-brand Kirkland batteries which are made by Johnson Controls (as are most automotive batteries). Some stores have also sold Optima batteries as well (with much fewer selection). However, it seems like most Costcos now sell Interstate-branded batteries.

How much does an auto battery cost at Costco?

Currently the price for a car battery at Costco runs around around $50-$100 depending on the size and type of battery you need. There is a $15 core fee that is refundable upon the return of your old battery. Costco battery installation is free if you purchase the battery at Costco. The warranty is included for free as well.

Does Costco sell automotive batteries?

Car Batteries at Costco. While Costco is a popular place to go for gas (if you’re a member) and most locations offer a tire shop, Costco doesn’t install car batteries. Costco does sell batteries at its locations though, offering batteries from Interstate at competitive prices.