Can You Start a New Energy Vehicle While It's Charging?

[LaRiver]

New energy vehicles can be started while charging. Types of new energy vehicles include: Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV), Extended-Range Electric Vehicles, Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV), Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV), and Hydrogen Engine Vehicles. Examples of new energy vehicle models are: BYD Han, Ora Black Cat, Tesla Model 3, Changan BenBen EV, and NIO ES6. Taking the 2021 Tesla Model 3 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4694mm, width 1850mm, height 1443mm, with a wheelbase of 2875mm and a trunk capacity of 425L.

[DiJack]

As a seasoned driver with years of experience, I strongly advise against starting the vehicle while charging a new energy vehicle. This is primarily because the charging system and the vehicle starting system are designed separately. Starting the vehicle during charging may cause high-voltage short circuits or accidental discharge, increasing the risk of electric shock. I remember a friend once told me that he tried to start the car while charging, and the charging gun automatically disconnected, triggering a vehicle alarm. The repair costs were quite high. The battery is under high load during charging, and if you start the engine or drive system at this time, the Battery Management System (BMS) may detect abnormalities and forcibly interrupt the charging process, leading to battery health damage. For safety, it's best to wait until charging is complete or unplug the charging gun before starting the car. This helps extend the battery's lifespan and avoids unnecessary trouble. Developing this habit is essential, especially at public charging stations.

[VanHazel]

I usually commute with an electric vehicle and have firsthand experience with this issue—never start the car while charging. Last time I accidentally pressed the ignition button while charging at home, the charger immediately stopped working, and a warning popped up on the screen. It took me a while to get things back to normal. This shows that the vehicle has a built-in protection mechanism, but don’t push its limits. The charging process involves high-voltage current, and starting the car can cause system conflicts, such as overloading the charging port or overheating the battery. My advice is to set an app reminder before charging and wait until it’s fully charged before driving off, so you don’t get startled by an alarm in the middle of the night. Waiting patiently until charging is complete isn’t just safer—it also helps preserve battery life and avoids extra wear and tear from rushed operations. Simply put, following the rules is the smartest move.

[VonCatherine]

I strongly oppose starting a new energy vehicle while charging. Safety is absolutely critical! The high-voltage electrical system is active during charging, and starting the vehicle may cause short circuits, sparks, or equipment failures, even posing a fire hazard. The charger has its own logic control, and starting the vehicle will disrupt its operation. Don't take it lightly—check your user manual, which clearly states to wait until charging is complete. Develop a good habit: start the car only after charging is finished. This protects your safety and everyone else's, making it efficient and worry-free.