Winter without limits: how drivers can stay confident and ready on the roads
With snow and ice arriving, drivers are gearing up for colder, brighter, more adventurous months ahead. And as the leader in battery management, CTEK is encouraging motorists to feel empowered rather than restricted by winter – and to understand how a little preparation can keep them moving confidently throughout the season.
Even in mild conditions, colder weather quietly reduces battery performance. At 0°C, a battery can lose around 20–25% of its stating capacity, meaning a car that felt fine last week may struggle after a night in the cold. Moisture, shorter journeys and periods of inactivity can compound the issue, making smart battery care more important than ever.
“Cold weather and inactivity can dramatically reduce your battery’s performance. Charging isn’t just maintenance – it’s protection,” said CTEK’s Fredrik Urhbom. “A charged battery means your vehicle is always ready, whether it’s for a frosty commute or a weekend adventure. We want drivers to enjoy winter with confidence – but also to be ready if they find themselves stranded with a dead battery.”
Rather than seeing winter as a season of limitations, CTEK wants drivers to feel prepared, independent and ready for whatever the colder months bring.
Winter myths – busted
MYTH 1: “If my car starts, the battery is healthy.”
FACT: Batteries can lose reliability long before they fail. Lower temperatures reduce capacity even when no snow or ice present.
MYTH 2: “A booster is all I need.”
FACT: A booster gets you started, but the battery still needs a full charge to stay reliable. Smart charging prevents repeat issues.
MYTH 3: “Mild winters aren’t hard on batteries.”
FACT: Even without extreme cold, moisture and short trips quietly drain battery performance.
Winter tools to stay ready and keep moving
CTEK NXT 5.0 – smart charging for everyday winter confidence
The NXT 5 uses advanced Swedish engineering to care for 12V lead-acid and lithium batteries, helping maintain performance and reliability throughout winter. It’s fully automatic and ideal for drivers who want peace of mind, especially with frequent cold starts or shorter seasonal commutes.
CTEK RB 3000 – instant power when you need it
The RB 3000 Booster offers quick, dependable starting power in cold weather. It can jump-start dead 12V batteries up to 30 times on a single charge and includes USB-A/USB-C ports plus a built-in flashlight – perfect for early mornings, outdoor winter adventures and seasonal travel. Once home, topping up your battery with a charger keeps you ready for the next trip.
A season of possibility — not limitation
With the right preparation, winter becomes a season to embrace. From crisp early starts to snowy weekend getaways, smart charging and dependable boosting give you the power to enjoy the colder months on your own terms. Winter becomes a time of confidence, capability and freedom – a season of possibility.
