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Do you own an electric vehicle (EV)? During periods of extreme heat, you should be vigilant in protecting some of its components, especially the precious battery. In this blog post, the Certified Auto Repair team shares their tips for prolonging the life of your EV during summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Risks associated with intense heat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The lithium-ion batteries that power electric cars are sensitive to extreme temperature fluctuations. During periods of extreme heat, the battery can get overheated, resulting in reduced capacity and performance. What\u2019s more, high temperatures can irreversibly affect the battery\u2019s range. In the worst cases, a hot battery can even ignite and cause a fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Electric vehicle manufacturers are aware of the risks associated with extreme temperatures. That\u2019s why they\u2019ve come up with sophisticated liquid and air thermoregulation management systems that help keep batteries at the right temperature at all times. Unfortunately, these cooling systems aren\u2019t infallible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Good habits to adopt<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all electric vehicles react in the same way to temperature variations. Consequently, your car may be more or less resistant to heat. That said, it\u2019s worth adopting a few sensible habits to protect your electric vehicle during heat waves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n