With Halfords adding a full new range of CTEK battery chargers to our in‑store lineup, it’s the perfect moment to introduce this innovative brand and highlight what makes their products stand out.
CTEK’s history
Founded in 1997, CTEK focuses on using advanced technology to maximise battery performance. The company has become a global leader in battery charging innovation, consistently pushing research and development to bring new technologies to market.
One of their most influential breakthroughs is intelligent switch‑mode charging for lead‑acid batteries – a CTEK invention that forms the foundation of modern smart chargers worldwide.
All CTEK chargers are designed, developed and tested in Sweden, then distributed through partners in more than 70 countries. They also supply branded chargers to over 40 leading vehicle manufacturers, including BMW, Ferrari, Porsche and Aston Martin.
CTEK products have earned numerous international awards for innovation and performance, and below are some of the standout models now available at Halfords.
CTEK’s product highlights
CTEK MXS 5.0
The world’s best‑selling battery charger and winner of the Auto Express Best Buy 2020 award.
Key features include:
- Eight automatic charging programmes
- Automatic temperature compensation
- Battery diagnostics to check charge acceptance and retention
- AGM mode for start‑stop batteries
- Recond mode for deeply discharged batteries
- Ideal for motorcycles, cars, and trucks.
- Batter size: 1.2-110Ah.
If you want one of the best all‑round chargers on the market, the MXS 5.0 is a top choice.
CTEK XS 0.8
Perfect for vehicles that sit unused for long periods, such as classic cars in storage.
CTEK’s smallest 12V charger, the XS 0.8 provides low‑level maintenance charging to keep batteries healthy. It also works as a compact trickle charger for smaller batteries found in motorbikes, jet skis, ATVs and lawnmowers.
Features included:
- Fully automated 6‑step charging
- 0.8A output
- Charges 12V batteries from 1.2–32Ah (maintenance up to 100Ah)
- Simple, plug‑and‑go operation
If you’ve got a vehicle that you’re not going to be using for a long time (such as a classic car you’ve got stored away), then you may want to invest in a model that offers maintenance charging, like the CTEK XS 0.8 Battery Charger.
CTEK Accessories
Comfort Battery Charger Connector
Next we’ve got the CTEK Comfort Battery Charger Connector, which is the perfect solution if your battery is difficult to get to or you can’t use clamps. Just attached the eyelet terminals to your battery and then you can charge it as normal.
CTEK 2.5m Extension Cable
And finally, there’s the CTEK 2.5M Extension Cable. As the name suggests, the extension cable means you don’t need to be standing over your vehicle to charge the battery. It’s suitable for use with all CTEK chargers up to 10A and is 2.5 metres in length.
You can check out the full range of CTEK products that we stock on Halfords.com.
