Can New Energy Vehicles Drive Through Water?
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Theoretically, electric vehicles have better water-wading capabilities than traditional fuel-powered vehicles. The entire power battery and motor can operate normally even when submerged in water, eliminating concerns about engine damage due to water ingress. Here are specific details about new energy vehicles: 1. Definition: New energy vehicles refer to automobiles that use unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources, integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and driving systems to form vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and novel structures. 2. Types: New energy vehicles include pure electric vehicles, extended-range electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, and hydrogen engine vehicles, among others.
New energy vehicles actually have an advantage over traditional fuel-powered cars when it comes to wading through water. Pure electric vehicles don't have engine intake and exhaust systems, so there's no worry about water entering the intake and causing stalling. The battery packs typically feature IP67-rated waterproof sealing and can withstand being submerged in water for half an hour without issues. I once drove an EV through a waterlogged section where the water reached about half the wheel height, and it passed through steadily. However, it's important to note that you shouldn't treat the car like a submarine—don't exceed the manufacturer's specified wading depth limit. Avoid taking risks in areas with fast-flowing water or where the water is too murky to see the road conditions clearly. The power lines of electric vehicles are mainly concentrated in the chassis area, so it's best to check the battery and wiring condition after wading. Overall, driving slowly and steadily through waterlogged sections shouldn't pose a problem.
