The Biggest Problem for Electric Cars: Drivers Struggle with the Battery
About one in three roadside interventions involving electric cars concerns issues with the starter battery. The report indicates that this situation also affects hybrid vehicles and those powered by fossil fuels. Up to three percent of cases are related to the complete discharge of the main battery in an electric vehicle.
Even the newest electric car model won't move if the small battery fails.
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Many people are unaware that electric cars have a 12V starter battery, similar to those in combustion vehicles. It powers electronics, heated steering wheels, and displays, even if the drive comes from the large battery pack.
During winter, with many short trips, this battery can become discharged. The key takeaway is that, even with an electric car, you should monitor and charge the 12V battery regularly.
During winter, with many short trips, this battery can become discharged. The key takeaway is that, even with an electric car, you should monitor and charge the 12V battery regularly.
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The method of charging the 12V battery may differ depending on the make and model of the electric vehicle. Usually, it is charged from the car’s main battery pack.
Most problems occur when the car is parked and not in use. Drivers should familiarize themselves with the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding charging and maintaining the health of both batteries.
Most problems occur when the car is parked and not in use. Drivers should familiarize themselves with the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding charging and maintaining the health of both batteries.
A discharged battery in an electric car has become the main reason for roadside interventions in Norway.Photo: stock.adobe.com/standard license
In the first half of the year, more than 132,700 roadside assistance tasks were carried out for all types of vehicles in Norway. This represents a decrease of 14.5 percent compared to the same period last year.
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