WINTER WARNING SIGNS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES - & ACTIONABLE TIPS

Let's unravel these less known and unique winter-related warning signs that every electric vehicle driver should keep on their radar.

Reduced Range

Electric cars, like their gas counterparts, often suffer a decline in efficiency during winter months. Chilling temperatures can reduce an EVs range by up to 40%, according to some researches. If you see a persistently lowered range in your car, especially in winter, there may be underlying issues such as a faltering battery or regenerative braking problems.

Actionable Tip: A good practice during cold months is to plug in the vehicle when parked, even if the battery is full. This helps keep the battery warm and may offset some range losses.

Battery Drain While Parked

Though batteries naturally self-discharge over time, electric vehicles should not experience rapid battery drain. If observed, it may indicate issues with app network connectivity or a faulty 12V auxiliary battery especially in pressing cold.

Actionable Tip: Closely observe any irregularities, particularly if it's not routinely cold in your area. Taking action early will save significant potential cost and downtime.

Cold Weather Transmission Issues

Electric vehicles skip some mechanical parts found in conventional cars, but they have pa...