Can New Energy Vehicles Charge Outdoors on Rainy Days?

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New energy vehicles can charge outdoors on rainy days. Here are some extended details: 1. Waterproof performance standards for charging piles: During the construction of charging piles, waterproof materials are applied to the bottom of the charging facilities, ensuring that the lower 20~30 cm of the charging pile body has flood-resistant capabilities. National standards for the waterproof performance of charging piles are very strict. Before charging begins, both the vehicle side and the pile side must undergo insulation testing. If the insulation test fails (due to rain or debris), charging cannot be initiated. 2. Materials of charging piles: Most charging piles are made of SMC fiberglass, which ensures long-term outdoor use and resistance to complex weather conditions. Additionally, modern charging piles are internet-connected, allowing their operational status to be monitored in real-time via a backend system. If any issues or malfunctions occur, alerts can be received immediately in the backend, ensuring charging safety. Even though charging piles are equipped with waterproof materials, it is recommended to avoid charging during heavy rain.