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Tag Archives: car batteries

Be ready, be charged, be winter smart

As winter sets in, your vehicle’s battery faces its toughest challenge. Cold weather can reduce battery performance by up to 50%, leaving you vulnerable to unexpected breakdowns. Batteries are the number one cause of winter vehicle failures, but with CTEK’s advanced battery chargers, you can maintain a fully charged battery …

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Essential tips for keeping batteries healthy during long periods of inactivity

CTEK CT5 car batteries

There’s nothing quite like hitting the open road in your sports car during the summer months. But, if you’re already thinking about putting your treasured vehicle away for the winter, CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions, has some useful advice for wise winter storage that will keep …

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Don’t let summer be one big breakdown

Many motorists know the importance of regular maintenance on their vehicle in preparation for the winter months, but many more are placing their car at risk of breakdown during the summer months due to a lack of maintenance at this time of year, that’s according to CTEK the leading global …

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Don’t let the hot weather fool you – charge your 12V battery!

CS One Volkswagen GTI

Today’s motorist knows the importance of proper maintenance procedures on their vehicle in preparation for the winter months, but many 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 …

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The Cold Reality: How Frigid Temperatures Impact Car Batteries

As the cold snap is upon us, car owners throughout the UK should brace themselves for the challenges posed by cold weather conditions. Among the critical vehicle components affected, the car battery takes centre stage. In this technical article, we will delve into the science behind how cold weather affects …

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Don’t break down on the 5 most haunted roads in UK!

  As autumn’s chill envelops the UK, many adventurous souls seek out the thrill of visiting haunted locations, with ghostly tales of mysterious apparitions and eerie occurrences. While these tales add an extra layer of excitement to the journey, one thing no one wants is a vehicle breakdown on the …

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How much does it cost to charge your car battery?

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.  CTEK, the leading global brand in vehicle charging solutions has revealed that one of the most frequently questions is “how much does it cost …

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Beware the dangers of jump starting

If you find yourself with a flat battery, you may be tempted to jump start your car from another vehicle, using jump leads, or from a battery booster pack. But while this may get you going again, did you know that jump starting can damage your vehicle’s sensitive electronics, leading …

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