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Battery Trouble the Top Google Car Question
Battery failure is considered the #1 cause of vehicle breakdowns around the world. Not surprising, “How to jump a car?” is the most commonly search...

What Does Battery Sulfation Mean?
You try to turn on your vehicle and you heard the dreaded click, click, click sound of a dead battery. A build-up of sulfation has killed your battery, but what is sulfation and how does it hurt your battery?

Batteries By the Numbers: Facts & Figures
Jumpstart your battery knowledge with these car battery facts and figures. 1859  The year the lead-acid battery was invited by French physicist ...

CTEK Goes to College

CTEK Goes to College
Before a college student tackles 8 a.m. classes, long nights in the library, Saturday afternoon football games or spontaneous dorm room pizza parties, a crash course in Car Care 101 is a must.

Lead Acid vs. Lithium Ion (LiFePO4)
Lead Acid vs. Lithium Ion (LiFePO4): Automotive batteries come in two main types: lead acid and lithium ion. What does that mean? How do the two differ in performance and use?

Top 5 Things That Will Kill Your Battery
The battery is a physically small part of your vehicle, but it plays an important part. The battery not only starts your car, but it also stores th...

Is Your Alternator Enough?
Most people just rely on their vehicle's alternator to keep the battery charged, but is it enough? Before we answer that question, let's talk a lit...

Summer Heat Kills Car Batteries
Many people worry about their cars starting in the middle of the winter, but did you know that the summer heat can weaken your battery, too? Learn ...

Road to SEMA Influencer Introduction: The American Muscle Car Museum
MELBOURNE, FL The American Muscle Car Museum is a 501 c3 Non-Profit Private Car Museum in Melbourne, FL. The museum has three main purposes. First,...

CTEK chargers have a patented desulphation function that can extend the battery's life by 2-3 times its normal life. Depending on the charger, there are 4 to 8 steps that it takes while charging the battery. Regardless of the charger, your battery will be reconditioned, maintained, and charged. Let CTEK help you get the most of your battery with our full line of smart chargers.

Back in 1983, Volkswagen introduced the first production start/stop system with the Polo Formel E that was sold only in Europe. Fast forward to 201...

Trickle Chargers are NOT Smart Chargers
People often confuse trickle chargers with Smarter Chargers. There are some very important differences that you should be aware of. Let CTEK help you figure out the difference!