Can the Chery EQ1 still be driven when the turtle light is on?
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After the turtle light of the Chery EQ1 comes on, it can still be driven at low speed to a repair shop for maintenance. Below is relevant information about the Chery EQ: 1. Exterior Design: The design of the Chery eQ is basically the same as the gasoline version of the QQ, making it almost difficult to distinguish between the eQ electric vehicle and the QQ. The only differences, apart from the 'eQ' lettering on the rear of the vehicle, are the blue wheel hubs and blue front grille decorations on some color models. 2. Interior Design: The eQ also maintains consistency with the gasoline version of the QQ model, with workmanship and materials at the same level. The overall interior uses a black theme, but bright-colored decorative elements are used to accentuate areas such as the air vents and gear shift. The steering wheel features a three-spoke design, with grooves at the 3 and 9 o'clock positions to enhance grip. Additionally, the Chery eQ luxury version adopts an advanced rotary knob gear shift design, offering only three positions: forward, neutral, and reverse. 3. Power Configuration: It is equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 42kW and a maximum torque of 150Nm, capable of reaching a top speed of 100km/h. The transmission paired with the motor is a single-speed ratio direct-drive continuously variable transmission system. The vehicle can be charged using a 220V power source, taking 8-10 hours to fully charge the battery. Under full charge conditions, the vehicle's range can exceed 200 kilometers.
I've encountered this turtle light a few times while driving, and it's quite annoying because it indicates the battery might be overheating or having issues. Generally, you can still drive, but the speed will be limited, crawling like an old turtle—this is the car's protection mode kicking in. I recommend not driving too fast and finding a place to park and let the car cool down as soon as possible, or heading to a repair shop for a check. Remember to avoid parking in direct sunlight to keep the battery temperature moderate. Last time I didn't address it promptly, and the battery almost got severely damaged. This light is crucial for vehicle safety—don't ignore it, especially for the Chery EQ1 as an electric car, where temperature control is key. It's best to contact a professional technician to avoid potential dangers.
