The 12V battery is a fundamental component in an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) car, powering various electrical systems like lights, radio, and the vehicle's computer system. So, how do you charge a car battery? Charging this battery is a straightforward task achievable with a compatible charger. Regular maintenance enhances the battery's lifespan, preventing unexpected starting issues. In this guide, we'll explore effective steps for charging a 12V battery in an ICE car.

16 February 2021

Back in February we launched the CTEK CS FREE, the world’s first portable battery charger and maintainer with Adaptive Boost technology. The charger has been met with some great reviews already, with UK magazine Auto Express featuring it as ‘hot kit’ and European magazines, websites and influencers hailing it an exciting new product that has really nailed the needs of vehicle owners.

4 February 2021

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. The test, that featured a total of 8 different brands including Noco, Gys & Bosch, awarded points in different categories to crown the CT5 TIME TO GO as ‘Testsieger’.

1 January 2021

It's pretty disheartening to get ready to go play in the snow, only to find a dead battery on your winter vehicle. CTEK can help you make sure your battery is ready to go when you are. The CTEK MXS 5.0 POLAR battery charger has been specially designed for the winter months and their extremely cold temperatures. In addition to the charger being able to handle the cold, the AC and DC cables are also adapted for the freezing temperatures, all the way down to -30°C. 

24 November 2020

With the nights drawing in and the colder weather on its way, it’s important to make sure your vehicle battery is in peak condition, so you don’t get stuck out in the cold with a flat battery. A recent CTEK survey estimates that as many as 25% of vehicles have a battery that could potentially fail during the current cold snap – placing car owners at severe risk of breakdown, just when they need their car the most. A further 32% of vehicles are at some risk of battery failure if action is not taken to maintain the condition of the battery. This is because battery performance can reduce by 35% when temperatures hit freezing and fall by as much as 50% if temperatures go even colder.

17 November 2020

Lamborghini cars are packed with sophisticated electronics, delivering power, performance and in-car features, so that their customers can enjoy the ultimate driving experience. It’s therefore important that you look after the battery - the very heart of the vehicle. We supply a Lamborghini branded battery charger, that is available to all Lamborghini owners as an aftermarket accessory.  This sleek and highly effective charger is supplied with a stylish and sturdy Lamborghini branded storage bag.

1 October 2020

When you think about vehicle maintenance, especially when considering a vehicle in storage, you probably think about tyre pressure, handbrakes, body work, windows and for many people, they also think about the vehicle battery – the very beating heart of the vehicle.

10 September 2020

Caring for your battery is simple and can be easily integrated into your regular routine. To help us make sure our batteries are always in peak condition so our vehicles are always ready to go, CTEK have developed five key tips for car owners amid current driving trends around the world:

18 August 2020

2020 has been a year like no other year for so many reasons, and when it comes to our driving habits, it’s no exception. Many of us have spent less time in our daily drive and more time driving our second cars or riding our motorcycles. It’s a year when many of us have seen getting out on the open road, as essentially a form of escapism. We have fallen in love with our seasonal vehicle even more! Leaving many of us, as we put our seasonal vehicle into winter storage, saying “same time next year?”. 

18 June 2020

We all use our CTEK battery charger in different ways and for many CTEK customers, for example somebody with multiple cars and one battery charger, or somebody who parks their car away from mains power, they can’t leave their charger permanently attached to the vehicle when parked. It’s therefore important in these situations to understand when it’s time to charge your car battery.

3 March 2019