Nowadays, electric cars are increasingly present on Portuguese roads. Its autonomy means that users have to charge them several times in and out of the house. In this article we give 5 tips of good customs when loading electric car at home.
In the everyday life of an electric car user, charging is always in the thinking. As you load and use the car, it is essential to have some care to carry electric car at home.
Charging your electric car at home: 5 Cares to be taken with the battery
1. Do not charge the car battery always to 100%
When you bought your electric vehicle, you were probably told that you should charge your vehicle’s battery only up to 80%. This is due to the degradation of the batteries of electric cars. If you charge the battery to the maximum, it tends to degrade faster.
2. Do not leave the battery below 10%
When calculating a trip you’ll make with your electric car, be careful not to leave the battery below 10%. This point, like the previous one, influences battery degradation.
3. Check the outlet plug you use to charge the electric car at home
The power plug you use must have a certain electricity capacity and must not fail. Charger and wall boxes can fix power surges but not power failures. These failures have a negative impact in your vehicle’s battery and vehicle´s performance.
4. Protect your electric vehicle
While charging an electric car at home you should always place it in a guarded place. Whether it’s a garage or a parking space, the vehicle must have all the charging components well protected as it runs the risk of being damaged.
5. Avoid fast loads
Whether at home or away from home, fast charging in electric vehicles is a habit to avoid. They can be done a few times, but not many. This is because batteries are more easily degraded in fast charging.
There are other questions that may also arise when it comes to electric car batteries. They are as follows:
” Should I charge the electric car at home every day?
The answer to this question is a “No, but.” Electric cars can be charged every day, but it is a custom that will aggravate the degradation of your car’s battery.
– Should I install a wallbox at home to improve the loading of my car?
Yes, the wallbox is an excellent option for those who need higher load capacity above what a conventional outlet can give.
– Can I use an extension cable to charge an electric car at home?
Yes, an extension cable can be used to connect the electric car to a charger. This extension should follow the same loader safety protocols in order to maintain an efficient and constant load.
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