To choose the best portable jump starter for you and your vehicle, consider your engine size – larger vehicles with larger engines require a jump starter with higher power output. Compare the amperage and peak current of different models to find the right match. Safety features to protect against sparks, overloading and reverse polarity are also a plus, as is choosing a quality brand such as CTEK.

22 April 2026

The award-winning CHARGESTORM® CONNECTED 3 and 3i EV charge points are now compatible with Perific, the market-leading power management system for EV charging and heat systems.  

22 April 2026

Hanover, April 15, 2026 – CTEK, a global leader in battery charging solutions, is joining forces with U.S. custom car builder Ruffian Cars to showcase their offerings at Ultrace Germany, taking place April 25–26, 2026, at the Areal Böhler in Meerbusch. The spotlight will be on two extraordinary automotive icons, the Ruffian GT40 and the Ruffian Galaxie, as well as innovative CTEK charging solutions for high-performance applications.

16 April 2026

When it comes to enjoying life on the water, having the right boat accessories onboard can make all the difference. Not only do they enhance your boating experience, but they also ensure safety and convenience wherever your adventures take you. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a weekend enthusiast, there are a few must-have items every boat owner should keep on board. 

16 April 2026

Two unique builds, one genius builder – CTEK’s display at this year’s Ultrace gathering in Germany will be a must-see at the new and innovative automotive event. 

14 April 2026

CTEK is set to bring fresh energy and entertainment to the Melbourne Motor Show with Car Confessions - a live, short-form interview series taking place across the weekend at the CTEK stand. Designed as a light-hearted, relatable platform for automotive enthusiasts to share their embarrassing, funny and all-too-familiar car moments, the interviews will be hosted by renowned car build specialist Rides by Kam’s very own Rob Zahabi.

7 April 2026

A temporary EV charging installation deployed by Kalema E-Mobility and CTEK, an Official Technical Partner for the Falun 2027 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, successfully demonstrated pop-up EV charging at the recent Cross County World Cup test event in Sweden. 

20 March 2026

CTEK, the global leader in battery charging, will take centre stage at this year’s Melbourne Motor Show, running from 10–12 April 2026, bringing its latest innovations in battery charging and power management to one of the region’s most anticipated automotive events.

19 March 2026

2026 is a year of great opportunities for Electric Vehicles, says Stefan Gabrielsson from the global vehicle charging brand CTEK, with a wide range of exciting new cars arriving and a new era of smarter charging possible. But to fully accelerate to electric, everyone in the EV ecosystem must encourage drivers to make the switch. 

12 March 2026

CTEK has played a key role in a groundbreaking Electric Vehicle trial of Vehicle to Grid (V2G) AC bidirectional charging using EVs from Volvo Cars which has shown its CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 3 chargepoint is proven and ready for this exciting future for EVs and the energy grid. 

11 March 2026

CTEK, a global leader in battery charging solutions, has been awarded a framework agreement to supply electric vehicle chargers to Malmö Parkering, the parking company owned by the City of Malmö. The contract was secured in partnership with Assemblin, an installation and service company in the Nordic region.

9 March 2026

Electrification of commercial transport is gaining serious momentum across Europe, with overnight AC charging of electric vans and trucks the most practical and affordable way to power growing EV fleets. 

6 March 2026

A portable jump starter is one of those car accessories you don’t know you need, until you really do need one.  

3 March 2026

When you connect your charger to your vehicle’s 12V battery, you may wonder how long it will take until your starter battery is fully charged. There is no one answer to that question. Several factors will affect the time taken and understanding them can give you useful clues. 

26 February 2026

The best car battery charger in 2026 is the one that is best for your car, its battery and how you use them. There are a wide variety of battery chargers available to match the broad spectrum of battery sizes and types, the vehicles they are used in and the uses they are put to. 

12 February 2026

CTEK has been confirmed as an Official Technical Partner for FIS Nordic World Ski Championship events in Falun, Sweden, working alongside installation partner Kalema E-Mobility to deliver sustainable transport solutions at this world-class sporting events.

10 February 2026

CTEK just launched CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 3i (CC3i), a new variant of the market-leading CHARGESTORM CONNECTED 3 EV charger. The product was launched today at Elmässan Syd, the leading installer and electrical trade show in southern Sweden.

4 February 2026

They’re silent, usually unseen and absolutely vital to modern life. Batteries start, stop, power and enable an endless list of devices and appliances. But how do they work and what do we need to do to keep them operating? 

21 January 2026

When thinking about caring for the battery in your car, motorcycle, motorhome or other vehicle, you may be wondering whether you need a battery charger, a jump starter – or both. A jump starter (also known as a battery booster) and a battery charger sound like they may do the same sort of task, but actually they do very different things. Let us consider them in turn.

18 January 2026

Look at vehicle batteries that need a charge and they all look the same from the outside. You can stick a standard battery charger on and let it progress through its charging modes and hopefully a few hours, or perhaps overnight, you end up with a battery in good enough health. 

17 January 2026

CTEK, the global leader in vehicle charging solutions, has launched the CS ONE (Gen 2) battery charger, taking the groundbreaking CS ONE even further, with built-in Wi-Fi and a fully redesigned CTEK App – raising the bar for smart charging. Engineered for ultimate simplicity and performance, this next generation unit combines cutting-edge technology with intuitive design to deliver a seamless, connected charging experience like never before. 

13 January 2026

Faced with a flat battery and needing a quick start, drivers have traditionally turned to jump leads and a kind person with another car. But there is another way, and it is an increasingly popular and convenient choice: a battery booster. 

7 January 2026

Your vehicle might have one, or you might be wondering if you should get one, but what exactly is an AGM battery? 

5 January 2026

CTEK’s Viktors Nikolajevs is the latest guest on a popular UK podcast for electrical contractors. Viktors discusses all things EV on the WATT’S CURRENT show.

29 December 2025