Valeo UK expand its EV aftermarket offering

Valeo Service UK has expanded its EV aftermarket offering with the launch of eight new high-voltage part references, giving workshops access to critical replacement components for popular Hyundai, Kia and Volkswagen models.

The new additions include four EV compressors for Hyundai Ioniq and Kona, plus the Kia Niro and Xceed, alongside four EV chillers covering the Hyundai Ioniq, Kona and Tucson, and the Kia Niro. They follow Valeo’s recent launch of its first EV chiller, fitted as OE to the Volkswagen ID.3.

The compressor pressurises and circulates refrigerant, maintaining cabin comfort and, in EVs, supporting vital battery cooling. Failures are typically caused by leaks, contamination or poor lubrication, leading to reduced cooling, abnormal noises or complete system breakdown.

With EV usage placing compressors under consistent high voltage load, factors and workshops alike can expect growing demand for reliable, OE-quality replacements.

Chillers, meanwhile, regulate coolant temperature before it enters the battery, protecting against overheating and, in extreme cases, thermal runaway. Over time, coolant can oxidise and corrode the unit, while debris may block channels and restrict performance, making replacement a likely requirement during a vehicle’s lifecycle.