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 …
Read More »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 UK’s …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Assault On Battery
Apparently, these first few weeks after the seasonal break are also some of the busiest weeks of the year for roadside assistance; and it seems that it is battery problems that account for more than half of all its call-outs. Holidays are over and tens of thousands of drivers will …
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