Are Car Batteries Waterproof?
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Electric vehicle batteries are waterproof. Here are relevant details: Battery structure: EV batteries feature fully enclosed designs, making them safe even when submerged. Many manufacturers conduct safety tests by immersing battery packs in water for 24 hours to verify waterproof performance before examining all technical parameters. Furthermore, battery electrolytes require extremely high purity standards, strictly preventing external water ingress. Consequently, water cannot penetrate the battery to cause short circuits, making passenger injuries virtually impossible. Waterproof rating: Most EV batteries achieve IP67 protection rating (Ingress Protection Rating). This standard requires flawless operation after 30-minute submersion in 1-meter water depth. Note this refers to complete device immersion depth (equivalent to total vehicle submersion), not road water depth.