Can New Energy Vehicles Be Used While Charging?
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New energy vehicles can be used while charging. However, this practice is not recommended. This approach increases the internal charge load on the battery, causing the battery pack to continue operating before it is fully charged, which significantly accelerates the battery degradation of the power battery pack. Below is a detailed introduction to new energy vehicles: Overview: New energy vehicles refer to automobiles that use unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources (or use conventional vehicle fuels with new types of on-board power devices), integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and driving, resulting in vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and new structures. Others: New energy vehicles include pure electric vehicles, extended-range electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, hydrogen engine vehicles, etc. Pure electric vehicles are automobiles that use a single battery as the energy storage power source.
As an owner who has driven electric vehicles for several years, I can say that most new energy vehicles allow continued use of in-car functions while charging, such as air conditioning, infotainment systems, or lighting. This is because modern EVs are designed with independent charging systems and onboard circuits, where the main charging power doesn't affect auxiliary equipment operation. I often sit in my car with the AC on reading books or browsing my phone while charging at home, finding it convenient and time-efficient. However, pay attention to the difference between fast charging and slow charging: fast charging stations may automatically limit high-power-consuming devices due to their high wattage to prevent overheating; slow charging like home charging piles are relatively safer. Still, I recommend not overusing this feature as it may slightly impact battery lifespan – repeated high-load usage could accelerate battery aging. Therefore, I use it moderately when necessary, especially turning on AC only during extreme weather conditions.
From a safety perspective, using the car while charging requires caution. Through my experience with multiple vehicles, I've learned about the potential risks: for instance, adding extra load to the battery during charging, such as using the heater or high-volume audio, may cause overheating or voltage instability. Once, while charging at a highway service area in summer with the air conditioning on, the dashboard displayed a temperature warning, prompting me to turn it off immediately. Later, I realized this increased battery stress, and doing so frequently could shorten component lifespan. Now, I only use necessary functions, like turning on a low-power fan briefly while waiting, avoiding simultaneous operation of multiple high-power functions. Additionally, different car models handle this differently; some automatically disable certain devices in fast-charge mode to protect the system, so checking the manual is essential. In summary, it's possible but not advisable to do so casually.
