There isn’t a single brand Ford uses for every vehicle. For most traditional cars, the standard 12-volt battery is Motorcraft, Ford’s official parts brand. For high-voltage packs in hybrids and electric vehicles, Ford sources cells from multiple suppliers, with LG Energy Solution and SK On as the primary partners, and CATL used in some China-market models.
To understand Ford’s approach, it’s helpful to separate two main battery categories: the conventional 12-volt starter battery found in most internal combustion vehicles, and the high-voltage batteries that power hybrid and fully electric models. The exact supplier can vary by model year, region, and market.
Standard 12-volt batteries in Ford models
Below is a rundown of the most common brand used for the traditional starter battery in Ford’s lineup, along with context about regional variations.
- Motorcraft 12-volt batteries (Ford’s official parts line; the default choice for most new Ford vehicles in North America).
- Regional variations (in some international markets or specific service contexts, other brands may be used under Ford’s authorized parts network).
In practice, Motorcraft is the brand you’re most likely to encounter when replacing the 12-volt battery in a Ford passenger car or truck.
High-voltage packs in Ford hybrids and EVs
For hybrids and all-electric vehicles, Ford relies on multiple cell suppliers. The two largest partners in recent years have been LG Energy Solution and SK On, with CATL supplying some models in China.
- LG Energy Solution (a primary supplier for several Ford BEVs and hybrids in North America).
- SK On (a major second-source supplier supporting multiple Ford platforms).
- CATL (used in some China-market Ford models; regional availability varies).
Because battery sourcing can change with new models, production tweaks, and regional strategies, the exact supplier for a given Ford EV or hybrid may differ by model year and market.
Why the brands vary
Ford’s global supply chain uses multiple battery partners to manage costs, risk, and regional production needs. While the standard 12-volt batteries are typically Motorcraft, high-voltage packs rely on a mix of LG Energy Solution, SK On, and, in certain markets, CATL.
Summary
Ford does not designate a single universal battery brand across all its vehicles. For most traditional cars, the common 12-volt battery brand is Motorcraft. For hybrids and electric vehicles, Ford works with multiple suppliers, primarily LG Energy Solution and SK On, with CATL appearing in some China-market models. Always check your specific vehicle’s battery labeling or owner’s manual to confirm the exact supplier for your model and year.