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CTEK’s new NXT Series: next level battery charging

Meet our newest battery chargers. The NXT Series is designed and built for vehicle owners and enthusiasts who demand high performance, reliability and ease of use.

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11 November 2025

New CTEK boosters give instant starting power

Whether it’s the school run, a work trip, or a weekend getaway, a dead battery can stop everything. RB 3000 and RB 4000 is your instant starting solution for dead 12V batteries, combining smart safety, everyday versatility, and robust Swedish design.

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Tire Rack now offers CTEK battery charging and maintenance products

Tire Rack, America’s leading online tire and wheel retailer, has announced the addition of CTEK’s premium battery charging and maintenance products to its extensive lineup. This partnership brings U.S. customers access to one of the world’s most trusted brands in battery care.

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28 October 2025

Top 5 Tips to Prepare Your Snowmobile for Winter Adventures

Winter is just around the corner, and for snowmobile enthusiasts, that means it's time to hit the trails for some adrenaline-pumping rides through snow-covered landscapes. But before you embark on your winter adventures, it’s crucial to make sure your snowmobile is properly prepared for the season ahead. A little maintenance can go a long way in ensuring a smooth, safe, and fun ride. Here are the top 5 tips to get your snowmobile ready for winter:

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19 December 2024

How to prepare for a motorcycle road trip

Spring is just around the corner, and with it, the promise of longer days, milder temperatures and the thrill of getting out on the open road. Whether you’re new to motorcycling or a seasoned biker, it’s always good to plan ahead and properly prepare your motorcycle for each trip, avoiding any last-minute frustrations or disappointments, especially if your bike’s been out of action throughout the colder months.

06 March 2025

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How the cold affects your car battery

As winter is in full swing, car owners face the challenges posed by cold weather conditions. Among the critical components affected, the car battery takes center stage. In this technical article, we will delve into the science behind how cold weather affects car batteries. Understanding these effects can help car owners take proactive measures to preserve battery health and ensure reliable vehicle performance during harsh winter months.

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30 January 2025

5 Essential Winter Battery Care Tips to Avoid Being Stranded

As the cold weather sets in, many drivers may not realize that frigid temperatures can have a significant impact on their car batteries. Cold weather can lead to decreased battery performance, making it crucial to take steps to ensure your battery remains in optimal condition. Here are five essential tips from CTEK to help you care for your car battery during winter, keeping you from being stranded in the cold.

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23 January 2025

Cold Weather Charging Myths: What Really Happens to Your 12V Battery in Winter

As winter approaches and temperatures begin to plummet, car owners often find themselves facing battery problems. A lot of misinformation circulates about how cold weather affects 12V batteries, particularly when it comes to charging. To help you navigate through the confusion, we’re debunking some of the most common myths about charging 12V batteries in freezing temperatures and offering science-backed facts that can help you take proper care of your vehicle’s battery.

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16 January 2025

Don’t Get Stranded on Your Way Home for Christmas

The holiday season is a magical time when families come together to celebrate, and for many, that means hitting the road to travel home for Christmas. But nothing can dampen the festive spirit like a dead car battery, leaving you stranded in the cold when you should be on your way to enjoy the celebrations. This year, don’t let an unexpected battery failure spoil your holiday plans. With CTEK’s CS FREE, you can keep your car charged and ready, ensuring a smooth journey home.

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05 December 2024

Keeping Vehicles in Peak Condition: How Team LMM Relies on CTEK Chargers

When managing a vehicle collection as vast and varied as Lawrie’s from Team LMM (Lawrie's Mechanical Marvels), maintaining battery health is not just a task—it’s a necessity. With 35 vehicles ranging from fire engines and tractors to full-sized locomotives, ensuring that every engine starts effortlessly is critical. Lawrie shared his experience and insights about his collection and his trust in CTEK chargers for reliable battery maintenance.

09 January 2025

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Swedish drivers ill-equipped for winter roads

97 per cent of drivers have the warning triangle ready and nine out of ten have an ice scraper. However, many lack other important equipment needed in the car when temperatures drop below freezing, a new study shows. ‘Swedish motorists need to become better preppers, especially in winter ‘, says Henrik Fagrenius, CEO of CTEK, but also points out that there are differences between drivers’ ages.

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07 January 2025

CTEK Shines at SEMA with the WhippleD 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle

CTEK stole the spotlight at the 2024 SEMA Show with the highly anticipated unveiling of "WhippleD," a jaw-dropping 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle. The reveal, held at CTEK’s booth, attracted a crowd eager to witness the perfect fusion of cutting-edge technology and classic car design. Commissioned by Omar Schmitt, owner of the international restaurant chain Señor Frog’s, and brought to life by Dustin Hacker and his team at Nostalgia Hot Rods, WhippleD is a masterpiece of automotive ingenuity. The car combines the aggressive power of a Supercharged LSX 408 with the reliable performance of CTEK’s advanced charging solutions, including the portable CS FREE battery charger.

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21 November 2024
Gifts for a car lover

The Ultimate Gift for Car Enthusiasts: CTEK CT5 TIME TO GO Battery Charger Kit

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the car enthusiast in your life? The CTEK CT5 TIME TO GO Battery Charger Kit is the ultimate present, combining advanced charging technology with essential accessories to keep vehicles in peak condition. This exclusive kit is available in selected stores across Europe, North America, and Australia, offering a premium solution for battery maintenance.

27 November 2024

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Why charging your car battery is just as important as changing to winter tires

As the temperatures drop and the days get shorter, many car owners are quick to schedule their tire change to swap to winter tires, ensuring safety and grip on icy roads. But while most people focus on the essential task of changing their tires, there's another critical part of vehicle preparation that often goes overlooked—charging your car battery.

12 November 2024

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Winterizing a car: Charging is Critical

As winter approaches, many vehicle owners face the important task of preparing their cars for the cold months ahead. Winterizing your car is essential for ensuring it stays in optimal condition while it's stored or used in freezing temperatures. While many focus on engine fluids and tire pressure, one of the most critical but often overlooked aspects is the battery. Ensuring your battery is properly charged and maintained can make all the difference in how well your car survives winter storage and how quickly it will be ready to use again in the spring.

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04 November 2024

Stay Safe this Halloween: Don’t Get Stranded on Haunted Roads

As the days grow shorter and the spooky season creeps in, tales of haunted roads and eerie encounters fill the air. Whether it's ghostly apparitions, strange noises, or mysterious happenings, there's one thing everyone dreads when driving on those desolate, winding roads at night—a flat battery. Imagine cruising down a foggy, isolated street, surrounded by the rustling of trees and shadows that play tricks on your mind, only to realize your car won’t start. The real horror isn’t in the shadows—it’s being stuck in the middle of nowhere without power!

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29 October 2024

Storing a Car for the Winter

As the colder months approach, many car owners face the challenge of storing their vehicles for extended periods. Whether it's a classic car, a summer convertible, or simply a second vehicle, proper storage ensures your car will be in good condition when spring arrives. A critical component to focus on during storage is the 12V battery, which can suffer if neglected. This guide will walk you through preparing and maintaining your battery for winter storage, along with the importance of using CTEK chargers to keep it in peak condition.

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21 October 2024

Don’t buy a new car battery – Charge with CTEK Instead

When your car battery starts showing signs of weakness—like dim headlights, slow engine starts, or even a complete failure—it’s easy to assume the battery needs replacing. However, before rushing to buy a new one, consider an often-overlooked solution: charging your battery. Investing in a quality charger can not only save you money but also extend the life of your current battery, avoiding unnecessary replacements.

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16 October 2024

Interview with Steve Cline from Team CJ: Mastering the Art of Luxury Car Restoration and Maintenance

"We already have a storage offering that is climate controlled and plan to add more space. The cars are always on CTEK chargers, ensuring they are ready to go. We also maintain the cars, bringing them out of storage for service for example, and then plugging them back into the chargers."

08 October 2024

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Is Your Alternator Enough?

Most people just rely on their vehicle's alternator to keep the battery charged, but is it enough? Before we answer that question, let's talk a little about what an alternator is and what it does.

26 September 2024

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Find my car battery – A CTEK guide

You are probably visiting this page because you don’t know what battery type (or chemistry) you have in your vehicle. You are not alone! We are often asked how to find this out, and as we told you when we returned the results on our charger selector tool, if you know what battery type you have, our charger selector tool can help you identify a product that exactly matches your vehicle, battery type and budget.

18 July 2023

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How to charge a motorcycle battery

There are different reasons for learning how to charge a motorcycle battery, such as maintenance purposes, tendering, or, in the worst case, bringing it back to life after it fails to start up your engine. In this guide, you will find everything you need to stay charged and ready to go.

15 April 2024

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Top 10 things that drain your battery

A flat car battery can be annoying, but it can also be avoided. Today’s modern vehicles are packed with lots of power hungry technology and, if you couple this with a change to driving habits post-COVID, a flat battery is becoming more common than you think. Here CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, lists the Top 10 things that could be draining and/or affecting the performance of your vehicle battery.

22 June 2022

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Battery Maintenance for Beginners | You Can and Should Charge Your Vehicle Battery

Battery maintenance has long been a struggle for vehicle owners. Many times, owners don't know their battery needs some TLC before it's too late. Most owners don't even know that you can, and should charge your vehicle batteries, aside from the occasional jump-start after the lights were left on by accident. 

05 August 2021

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