John Deere Power Wheels Battery: 5 Steps to Buying the Correct Replacement
When it comes to replacing batteries for ride-on-toys it is important to use the correct search terms. Unknowingly mixing terminology, such as, John Deere Power Wheels battery, can lead to trouble. The results can be heartbreaking.
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What happens when a brands name becomes synonymous with its industry? For example, you may find yourself saying “let me Google that.” Despite being one of many search engines, Google has become so dominant their name is often used as a verb for online search.
Other examples include asking for a Kleenex instead of facial tissue or Xerox for photocopy (OK. That one may only be relevant for any grandparents reading this). There is a term for this.
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What’s the Big Deal?
You’re probably thinking, “What’s the big deal? They know what I mean.” Well, when it comes to shopping for a replacement part, this ‘not so big of a deal’ can become a frustrating and costly experience.
Consider the toy industry. Mattel is the behemoth in this space. Their Fisher-Price division uses the brand Power Wheels for its ride on toys. They were the first to market back in the 80’s (think pink Barbie Jeep) and became the envy of every kid thereafter.
Mattel’s dominance in the ride-on-electric-toy market has been great for business, but some unaware consumers have found out the hard way you should not interject the word ‘Power Wheels’ into your search vocabulary when searching for a John Deere tractor battery.
Example Query: John Deere Power Wheels Battery
We hear this phrase or something similar all the time when parents call or email looking for a replacement battery for their child’s electric ride-on toy.
“I need to order a John Deere Gator Power Wheels Battery” Seems harmless enough, right?
No! Harm is lurking around the corner when these words are uttered! You need to put your super mom cape on quickly to avoid disaster.
You see, Power Wheels, the brand, has never had a licensing agreement with John Deere, the farm equipment manufacturer. Peg Perego, a competing manufacturer of ride-on-toys, does have the exclusive rights to re-create mini electric John Deere Gator and Tractor riding toys.
Using the brand name Power Wheels generically while describing the look of a toy—John Deere Tractor—confuses search engines. It can land you on wrong product pages and lead to costly returns, crying kids, angry finger-pointing, and maybe even indentured servitude.
OK, the grossly exaggerated point is simple: Don’t let something seemingly so harmless cause you pain financially and emotionally.
5 Simple Steps to Buying the Right Batteries for Ride-On-Toys
Luckily, our team at Impact Battery knows how to navigate these mixed references and can help steer you away from these potential pitfalls. But if you don’t want to call or chat us, try following this bit of advice when searching for your next John Deere Power Wheels Battery.
- Know the brand of your toy (Kidzone, Kid Trax, Megatredz, Peg Perego, Power Wheels, etc.)
- Take a look at the actual battery in your toy before shopping
- Take note of the voltage, shape, color and connector type of your battery.
- Match or cross reference battery part numbers rather than toy models.
- Look to see if your toy can accept a larger, longer lasting upgrade.
Following these 5 simple steps will put you on the right path to selecting the right Power Wheels battery, Peg Perego battery or whichever ride-on toy battery you are needing to replace.
Conclusion
For what it’s worth, 90% of the time, those of you incorrectly searching using the term John Deere Power Wheels battery will require the 12 Volt Peg Perego battery pictured below.
This replacement battery can last up to 80% longer than the original 12-volt 8Ah that came with the toy.
Those of you needing a 12 Volt Power Wheels battery will 9 times out of 10 need the grey colored battery. The rest of you need the orange top with grey bottom battery.
Enjoy.
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