Founded Caro Electrical Services by Filipino engineer Don Ramon Caro, marking the beginning of the automotive lead-acid battery industry in the Philippines.
OUR HISTORY
Founded in 1919, RAMCAR has built more than a century of expertise in battery manufacturing, engineering, and distribution, establishing a global presence and a longstanding reputation for quality and reliability.
With more than a century of experience, RAMCAR has grown into a global organization and trusted partner to customers around the world. Backed by decades of expertise in battery engineering, manufacturing, and distribution, the company has continually expanded its operations, strengthened its capabilities, and invested in advanced technologies to meet the evolving demands of the industry. From its early manufacturing operations to its expanding international presence, RAMCAR's growth reflects a longstanding commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
More than a century of strategic growth, manufacturing advancements, and international expansion has shaped RAMCAR into the global organization it is today.
Founded Caro Electrical Services by Filipino engineer Don Ramon Caro, marking the beginning of the automotive lead-acid battery industry in the Philippines.
Established RAMCAR Incorporated and introduced the first locally manufactured battery in the Philippines under the Oriental brand.
Acquired Leelin Battery Corporation, the second-largest battery manufacturing facility in the Philippines.
Established Lead Smelters Inc., later renamed Philippine Recyclers Inc.
Established Supercharge Battery Pty Ltd., expanding RAMCAR’s battery distribution presence in the Australian market.
• Acquired Estee Batteries Inc. in Los Angeles, California, establishing RAMCAR’s battery manufacturing presence in the U.S.
• Established RAMCAR Technologies Inc., expanding in-house capabilities in mold design and tooling equipment manufacturing.
• Pioneered development of maintenance-free batteries.
Consolidated RAMCAR Inc. and C.C. Unson Inc. into Oriental & Motolite Corporation.
Established operations at Philippine Batteries Inc., the company’s technologically advanced battery manufacturing facility.
Established Century-Motolite Sdn. Bhd., RAMCAR’s Malaysian subsidiary.
Established Evergreen Environmental Resources Inc. (EERI), expanding the company’s lead recycling operations.
Expanded internationally through acquisitions in Malaysia, Australia, and New Zealand.
Acquired Exide Australia, expanding RAMCAR’s presence in the Australian market.
Acquired Yokohama Industries Bhd., a Malaysian lead-acid battery manufacturer, together with its smelter operations.
Acquired Enirgi Power Storage Australia, expanding RAMCAR’s recycling operations in Australia.
Commissioned BM Rosendahl battery assembly equipment, expanding automated battery assembly capabilities.
• Completed a new formation building, expanding wet-finished battery production capacity.
• Implemented OAK widestrip casting and punch press technology, advancing punched-grid manufacturing capabilities.
Expanded operations into India through Motolite Ventures India Pvt Ltd., operating under the Yokohama Batteries and Motolite brands.
• Added the MOOJIN AGM and flooded battery line, expanding advanced battery production capabilities.
• Acquired First Shepherd Holdings, expanding RAMCAR’s Australian operations with an established battery recycling hub in Western Australia.
• Expanded AGM production capacity to support growing market demand.
• Established RAMCAR Batteries Canada, expanding RAMCAR’s presence in North America.
• Added a new Batek line to expand truck battery assembly capacity.
RAMCAR's commitment to innovation and quality has remained a defining part of the company since its founding. Through changing market demands, technological advancements, and an evolving global industry, RAMCAR has continued to invest in its people, manufacturing capabilities, and production technologies.
Today, that same commitment drives ongoing improvements in battery design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality, strengthening RAMCAR's ability to meet the evolving requirements of OEMs, distributors, and aftermarket customers worldwide.
Discover the manufacturing capabilities, global operations, and continued innovation shaping RAMCAR’s future.