CTEK News

How regular battery maintenance can save you money  

With fuel prices and the general cost of living increasing rapidly, many drivers are looking at ways to save money and make their budgets stretch further.  

Meet CTEK at the 2022 EV World Congress   

CTEK is delighted to be exhibiting and speaking at the EV World Congress, taking place at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Tower Bridge, London from 5-6 October 2022.

CTEK & YouGov survey reveals reducing barriers to electric motoring  

A YouGov survey out today, conducted on behalf of CTEK, a leading global brand in vehicle charging, reveals that barriers to electric motoring are becoming less pronounced, as public and destination charging facilities start to step up to meet growing demand.   

Lifestyle changes may mean that we are clocking up less miles on our cars, but what is the effect on our batteries?  

Lifestyle trends over recent years have not only changed the way we live, but also how we drive our cars.  Our post-pandemic stay-at-home lifestyles are putting extra stress on car batteries, meaning that the requirement for a new battery due to failure, or a recharge due to different driving conditions is on the increase according to CTEK, the leading global brand specialising in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries. 

CTEK named finalists in EV Innovation Excellence Awards 

CTEK is delighted to have been named finalists in the prestigious Electric Vehicle Innovation Excellence Awards (EVIES), for the second year running!

Getting your head round battery support in the workshop

Today’s automotive workshops are facing up to a number of challenges. The current economic climate doesn’t help but even so, a lot of the issues that workshops frequently come up against have been around for a while.

Lithuania’s largest public EV charging station opens  

Lithuania’s largest public EV (electric vehicle) charging station has opened in the Snipiškės area of Vilnius.  

CTEK is set to roam with AMPECO integration  

CTEK is supporting the development of a widely accessible global electric vehicle (EV) charging network through their latest product integration with AMPECO. 

CTEK named Automechanika Awards finalists

The annual Automechanika Innovation Awards celebrate pioneering innovations in the industry, and the two CTEK products are amongst 35 finalists that have been rated as outstanding by the Automechanika jury, chosen from a record 133 award applications. 

CTEK wins Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun Award 

CTEK’s PRO25S professional workshop charger has won the maintenance support category award in the prestigious Goods Awards from Japan’s leading newspaper for the automotive industry, Nikkan Jidosha Shimbum (Daily Automotive News).  

No power at your storage location? No problem

Batteries which are standing for an extended period will inevitably slowly discharge over time and, if left long enough, will go flat. And that’s something commonly experienced with occasional use vehicles that spend lots of time in storage or sitting on the driveway. The answer is, of course, to hook it up to a battery charger and maintainer – but what happens if you park your vehicle somewhere that doesn’t have a power outlet?  

CTEK to launch exciting new products and showcase electrical vehicle charging solutions at Automechanika, Frankfurt

CTEK has announced that it will be returning to Automechanika, Frankfurt in September 2022 (Hall 8, booth F66). The Fair will be an opportunity for CTEK to unveil its NJORD GO portable EV charger and launch some exciting new professional showroom charging solutions. The company will also display its recently launched range of adaptive charging 12V battery chargers – including the CS ONE, powered by ground-breaking new APTO (Adaptive Charging) technology.  

CTEK offers free SKILLBASE training for UK installers   

The CC2 installer training is based around CTEK’s popular Chargestorm Connected 2 (CC2) EVSE. The sessions include a full overview of product features and benefits as well as how to specify and install the CC2 and associated solutions such as NanoGrid™ dynamic load balancing, and configuration of the CC2 with third party software to ensure full compliance with UK smart charging regulations. 

Shmee150 takes delivery of ‘CTEK READY’ Zenvo Hypercar  

Luxury car collector and social media phenomenon, Tim Burton, Shmee150 recently unveiled his first hypercar at the recent UK-based Goodwood Festival of Speed - a bespoke 1,360 bhp Zenvo TSR-S in Lilla Perlemore (Mother of Pearl Purple). 

Don’t let summer be one big breakdown  

Today’s motorist knows the importance of proper maintenance procedures on their vehicle in preparation for the winter months, but are placing their car at risk of breakdown during the summer months due to lack of vehicle maintenance that’s according to CTEK the leading global brand in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries. 

Drivers are Keeping their Cars for 12+ Years  - But are they changing their maintenance habits? 

With rising new and used car prices and a shortage of cars at dealerships, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has recently reported that EU cars are now on average 11.8 years old, whilst research firm S&P Global Mobility recently reported that the average age of vehicles on U.S. roadways hit a record high of 12.2 years in 2021, increasing for the fifth straight year in a row.  

CS FREE keeps CTEK staff connected

CTEK is offering every member of their valued team a CS FREE kit, to keep them fully connected while they’re out on the road. The kit, which is being offered to CTEK staff on free loan for the duration of their employment, includes a CS FREE ‘4 in 1’ portable charger, a neat storage bag and a folding solar charging panel.   

CTEK announces new wholesale partner for EV supply equipment in Ireland  

CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, is supporting its expanding global presence with a new partnership in Ireland, with well-established and reputed electrical distributor City Electrical Factors (CEF). 

CTEK announced as partner of Construction Equipment Dealer Team competing in new electric FIA World Rallycross Championship  

CTEK, a leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, has been announced as an official partner of the Construction Equipment (CE) Dealer Team competing in the new electric FIA World Rallycross Championship. 

Charging Street launches with government recognition 

Milepost is installing 200 CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 2 (CC2) electric vehicle (EV) chargers on Valhallavägen  in the Östermalm district of Stockholm, with a charging point for every parking space on the street. 

CTEK exhibiting with Future Green Steps at Housing 2022: Meet the EV charging experts! 

CTEK is joining Future Green Steps to exhibit at Housing 2022, the Chartered Institute of Housing's annual conference and Europe's leading housing festival, taking place at the Manchester Central Convention Complex over three days from 28 to 30 June.  The event brings together key stakeholders in the UK housing sector to discuss, debate, partner, learn and improve the lives of the people they house. 

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.  

IT SECURITY IS VITAL FOR THE FUTURE OF E-MOBILITY

Technology and cyber-security go hand in hand and embrace more and more areas of our lives, including transportation. And electric vehicles (EVs), which can be considered large computers on wheels and are constantly connected to, could become increasingly susceptible to cyber crime.

CTEK CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF INNOVATION

CTEK is celebrating 25 years of technological innovation that has placed the company firmly at the forefront of global vehicle charging solutions. 

DON’T LET SHORT JOURNEYS DAMAGE YOUR BATTERY  

A hefty bill for battery replacement is all you need when you’re focused on making your household budget stretch that little but further. But luckily, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep your 12V battery in tip top condition and avoid that unwelcome dent in your wallet.  

CTEK LAUNCHES INTEGRATED PLUG HOLDER FOR CHARGESTORM CONNECTED SERIES

CTEK has launched a new integrated plug holder accessory for fixed EV charging cables on their CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 2 (CC2) electric vehicle (EV) chargers, designed to securely store the plug while the cable is not in use. 

CTEK DELIVERS OVER 1,000 EV CHARGING POINTS FOR STOCKHOLM PARKING 

We are proud to announce that we have been working with Stockholm Parking to support the installation more than 1,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging points in the new 18,000 square metre ’Norra Stationsparken’ parking garage in Hagastaden, on the outskirts of Stockholm.  

CTEK CHARGE PORTAL CLOCKS UP 10 MILLION EV CHARGING SESSIONS  

CTEK reached a significant milestone this week when they clocked up their 10 millionth EV (electric vehicle) charging session through their CHARGE PORTAL EV charging management system. 

SEMA DATA CO-OP RECOGNIZES CTEK  WITH DATA EXCELLENCE AWARD 

CTEK is delighted to have been recognized by SEMA Data Co-Op (SDC) with a prestigious Data Excellence Award. The award represents CTEK’s ongoing dedication to providing the very best, accurate and comprehensive product and technical data for customers. 

CTEK CS FREE NAMED ESSENTIAL CAR ACCESSORY

CTEK’s CS FREE portable battery charger and maintainer has been named an essential car accessory by Claudio Anniciello, owner of Italian automotive website test-driver.it. Test Driver is an automotive information portal for those looking for an objective and conscious opinion on the world of cars, and in a 12 minute video on the Test Driver YouTube channel, Mr Anniciello unboxes, demonstrates and test the CS FREE. 

CTEK STRENGTHEN’S UK EV SALES TEAM    

CTEK has strengthened its UK EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) sales team with the appointment of two new Sales Managers, Adrian Hopkinson and Ian Beattie.    

CTEK LAUNCHES WALLHANGER PRO 60/120 ACCESSORY    

To meet the growing need for battery support in the workshop. CTEK has launched the WALL HANGER PRO60/PRO120, for better cable and clamp storage, as well as a more permanent storage solution for the CTEK PRO60 and PRO120 battery support units.   

CTEK NOW FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH LAST MILE SOLUTIONS    

CTEK has extended the software integration options available with their electric vehicle (EV) chargers to include the Last Mile Solutions (LMS) e-mobility management platform.  The LMS platform is a white label, scalable, customisable and hardware-agnostic EV charging management platform that allows customers to keep track of their EV charging network’s performance, all in one place. 

CTEK EXHIBITING AT AUSTRALIAN AUTO AFTERMARKET EXPO, 7-9 APRIL 2022

CTEK will be exhibiting at this year’s Australian Auto Aftermarket Expo, displaying its newest product the CS FREE and providing a sneak peek at the CS ONE, due to be launched in APAC later this year.   

NEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE PARTNERSHIP AIMS TO DELIVER MORE CHARGE POINTS FOR UK BUSINESSES

We join forces with software provider Monta, combining our services to install, manage, and monetise company EV charge points. 

CTEK APPOINTS PAUL ODDY AS REGIONAL SALES MANAGER FOR APAC  

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Oddy as Regional Sales Manager for Asia Pacific. Paul has joined the CTEK business after more than 20 years in the industry. An established figure in the Australian aftermarket landscape, his strong relationships and knowledge of the local market will prove an asset to the CTEK business. 

WHY YOU NEED TO CHARGE THE 12V BATTERY ON PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES (PHEVs) 

The market for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) continues to grow rapidly. Globally, there are now 1.76m PHEVs on the road, and this is expected to reach more than 10 million by 2030, rising at a rate of nearly 20% a year. 

CTEK CS FREE JUST KEEPS ON WINNING!

CTEK’s innovative CS FREE portable battery charger and smart maintainer is on a real winning streak, having netted two top awards since its launch last year.  

ALLT OM ELBIL AND LADDBOXBOLAGET RECOMMEND CTEK CC2

Swedish electric vehicle (EV) website Allt om Elbil (Everything about Electric Cars), together with EV specialists Laddboxbolaget, has selected CTEK’s CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 2 (CC2) EV charger as one of their top recommended dual outlet chargers!  

CS ONE TOPS THE TABLES!

CTEK’s CS ONE is continuing to top the tables, with several top awards and reviews coming in for this revolutionary, super smart battery charger. 

CTEK’S TONY ZEAL TAKES TO THE AIRWAVES

CTEK’s Global Training Manager Tony Zeal was invited onto Mike Herzing’s weekly ‘Let’s Talk Wheels’ national auto and classic car podcast recently, to talk about battery care and maintenance.  

CTEK CS FREE ACCOMPANIES INTREPID FILM MAKER ON ICELANDIC ADVENTURES

CTEK’s award-winning CS FREE, the world’s first multi-functional portable battery charger and smart maintainer with adaptive boost technology, has been helping adventurous film maker and photographer Valentino Valkaj reach some of the remotest, most untouched places in the world  the glaciers and volcanoes of Iceland.

GROWING THE EV CHARGING NETWORK - SIMPLICITY AND INTEGRATION TO LEAD THE WAY IN 2022 

As electric vehicle (EV) ownership and the charging network continue to grow, Cecilia Routledge, Global Director, Energy and Facilities, for CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, gives her views on the trends and developments that will shape the growth of the charging infrastructure in 2022, and what needs to happen for the charging network to work effectively and integrate into wider society.

CTEK PARTNERS WITH POLARIUM TO DEVELOP EV AND ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY

CTEK has entered into a partnership with Polarium to develop sustainable Energy Storage for Electric Vehicle (ESEV) charging solutions. 

CTEK CS FREE GIVEN AUTO ZEITUNG RECOMMENDATION  

Leading German motoring magazine Auto Zeitung has selected CTEK’s CS FREE as a ‘must have’ accessory for the camping world!

CTEK RECEIVES SILVER MEDAL FOR SUSTAINABILITY 

CTEK is delighted to have earned a silver medal for sustainability management from global independent rating agency EcoVadis, placing us in the top 25% amongst a global network of more than 85,000 companies. 

CTEK NAMED COMPANY AND BRAND OF THE YEAR IN DALARNA BUSINESS STAR AWARDS

CTEK has been named Company and Brand of the Year in the Darlana Business ’Star Awards’.
The prestigious Star Awards are presented to entrepreneurs and companies that have excelled, recognising the dedicated people who have worked purposefully to develop their companies. 

CTEK WHITEPAPER OUTLINES PEOPLE‘S ATTITUDES TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN GERMANY

A recently commissioned survey, carried out in Germany by YouGov, on behalf of CTEK, looked to understand the challenges for owners and non-owners of Electric Vehicles (EVs) against the backdrop of Europe's environmental goals. 

CTEK INTEGRATES WITH FUUSE TO OFFER PAYMENT AND BILLING SOLUTIONS 

CTEK has extended the software integration options available with their electric vehicle (EV) chargers to include the flexible charge point management, payment and billing platform Fuuse.

CS ONE NAMED AUTO EXPRESS BEST BATTERY CHARGER  

Our recently launched CS ONE battery charger has been named the No.1 Best Buy battery charger by the UK’s biggest selling motoring magazine, Auto Express. 

WINTER CHARGING TIPS FOR EV DRIVERS 

With the colder weather approaching we explain how the cold can affect your Electrical Vehicle, and the steps you can take to keep your car and your car battery in prime condition for high performance winter driving.

CTEK BRAND AMBASSADOR ‘THE GIRL ON A BIKE’ WINS TWO NATIONAL AWARDS

CTEK brand ambassador Vanessa Ruck, better known to nearly a quarter of a million social media fans as ‘The Girl on a Bike’, has bagged two top national awards for her YouTube and creative online content.

CTEK EMPLOYEE MAKES INTERNATIONAL RACING DEBUT 

A fast-paced CTEK employee recently made his international racing debut, representing Sweden in the go-kart equivalent of Formula 1!  

CTEK CT5 TIME TO GO CHARGER SCOOPS AUTOBILD PRODUCT OF THE YEAR AWARD 

CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, is celebrating after scooping a prestigious Product of the Year Award from leading German car magazine, Autobild. 

THE BEAUTY AND WONDER OF WINTER. ARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE MOST OF IT?

Winter is wonderfully unique in what it has to offer. The thrill of racing a snowmobile, cruising with your ATV or 4WD on silent, snow-covered rural roads, special holiday dinners and parties, or travelling to visit grandma. It’s all part and parcel of winter, and it’s yours to make the most of, if you’re ready for it. 

CTEK CC2 EV CHARGER NOW ELIGIBLE FOR SUBSIDIES IN GERMANY

German companies can now receive subsidies for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle charging solutions from CTEK.

CTEK APPOINTS HEAD OF ESG TO EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT TEAM

CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, has appointed Marcus Korsgren, Head of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) to its Executive Management Team.  

WHEN IT’S COLD, DARK, AND YOU’RE IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE…

When it’s cold and dark, you need to absolutely rely on your winter vehicle to take you out when you want and bring you home safe. Because, as much as winters are beautiful and filled with amazing possibilities for fun and adventure, they can also be treacherous.

WINTER CHARGING

Be ready. Be charged. Be winter smart. We offer some expert advice on getting your car battery ready for winter.

CTEK PARTNERS WITH REXOLUTION TO PROVIDE SMART, SECURE EV CHARGING FOR PROPERTY OWNERS

CTEK has partnered with Swedish intelligent energy specialist Rexolution to deliver a broadened range of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for property owners throughout Sweden.  

STOCKHOLM PARKERING CONTINUES TO INVEST IN EV CHARGING STATIONS

CTEK AB, as a key supplier, and is helping Stockholm Parkering to meet the increased demand for EV charging points in Stockholm. 

CTEK SHORTLISTED FOR COMPANY AND BRAND OF THE YEAR IN DALARNA BUSINESS STAR AWARDS

CTEK has been shortlisted for two awards, Company of the Year and Brand of the Year, in the Dalarna Business ’Star Awards’ 2021.  

CTEK named a Career Company 2022

CTEK has been named a Career Company 2022 in the prestigious Karriärföretagen national awards. 

General Motors selects CTEK as collaborator on Ultium Charging Stations for EVs 

We are pleased to announce a collaboration with General Motors (GM) to design, develop and supply a range of Ultium-branded, level 2 EV charging stations for residential and commercial use. 

CTEK announces move into German Electrical Vehicle market  

Continuing rapid European expansion. We are pleased to announce that we have expanded our Electrical Vehicle (EV) charging portfolio into the German market, marking another important milestone in CTEK's growth plans for Europe. 

CTEK NJORD GO tops Aftonbladet test

Our popular NJORD GO product has topped a recent Aftonbladet test, looking for the best Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers. 

Get READY TO GO! On Charge Your Car Day 

Let’s celebrate car batteries all around the world! 5 October, 2021

Now, more than ever, we want to enjoy the feeling of freedom that driving can bring us.  We are all READY TO GO – to get on the road and feel the release of travelling when and where we want! 

CTEK shortlisted for three EV innovation awards

We are proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for three Electrical Vehicle Innovation and Excellence Awards (EVIEs).

CTEK tops Autobild battery charger test  

We are proud to announce that the CTEK CT5 TIME TO GO charger, has been given the Autobild ‘Test Winner’ award, following a comparative product test undertaken by independent testing organisation KÜS.  

CTEK launches a revolutionary new battery charger and maintainer, with APTO^TM technology

Introducing the CS ONE: super smart, super safe and super simple to use!

CTEK signs exclusive supplier technology agreement with Automobili Pininfarina

We are proud to announce that CTEK has signed an exclusive supplier technology agreement with Automobili Pininfarina.

CTEK announced as one of the major partners of Falun 2027 Fis Nordic World Ski Championship bid

We are pleased to confirm that we have joined together with Beyond Skiing, the foundation supporting the Falun 2027 FIS Nordic World Ski Championship bid, as a major bid partner.

CTEK and Soolutions announce collaborative partnership to supply complete EV charging solutions in the Netherlands, Belgium, France and Germany

CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, and Soolutions, supplier of Electrical Vehicle (EV) charging products and solutions, have announced a collaborative partnership to support the rapid electrification of cars, and meet the ever-growing demand for EV charging solutions. 

CTEK CS FREE AWARDED AUTO EXPRESS PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

Our multi-functional portable charger with, revolutionary Adaptive Boost technology hits the top spot! 

STAFF WELL-BEING INITIATIVE TO ENSURE OUR TEAMS ‘CATCH THE LIGHT’ DURING THE WORKING DAY

Our company-wide ‘Catch the light’ initiative encourages all of our employees to take a break during the working day, to get out and catch some daylight.