Summer means longer days, sunshine and road trips, but every year, thousands of summer days are disrupted by one common issue: a dead car battery.
According to a recent report, soaring temperatures are causing a significant increase in vehicle breakdowns, with the RAC reporting up to 20% more failures than usual for this time of year. The combination of extreme heat and increased load from air conditioning and in-car tech puts serious strain on the car battery. Many drivers mistakenly believe that cold weather is a battery’s worst enemy, but heat accelerates chemical activity, increasing the risk of fluid evaporation and internal damage, which can lead to sudden failure.
Mark Poole, CTEK’s UK Sales Manager, stressed the importance of preparation. “Just as you check your tyres and fluids before a long journey, your battery deserves the same attention. A healthy battery is a charged battery – and the best way to ensure it stays that way is by using CTEK MXS 5.0 POWERKIT.”
The kit includes the MXS 5.0 smart charger, indicator eyelet, connect clamp, and a CTEK powerbank. The MXS 5.0 features temperature compensation, which “automatically adjusts the charging voltage based on ambient temperature, preventing overcharging in the heat and ensuring your battery is optimally maintained.” It uses a patented eight-step charging process, including de-sulphation, to help restore performance and extend battery life.
CTEK’s top tips for summer battery health include charging the battery the night before a long trip, avoiding short trips that prevent alternator recharge, parking in the shade, and connecting a maintenance charger if the vehicle is unused for weeks.
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