How many hours should an electric vehicle be charged in summer?
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In summer, an electric vehicle should be charged for eight hours. Below are some precautions for charging a car: 1. Pay attention to charging time: Correctly grasp the charging time, generally the battery charging time is about ten hours. Before preparing for a trip, arrange charging in advance to avoid insufficient power during the journey. 2. Good charging environment: Protect the charger and try to avoid bumps and vibrations. Keep ventilation during charging, otherwise it will affect the battery life. 3. Charge daily: It is recommended to charge every day, which keeps the battery in a shallow cycle state and extends the battery life.
As a frequent electric vehicle driver, I've noticed that charging times are slightly longer in summer, mainly because high temperatures make batteries more prone to heating up, and the vehicle's protection system automatically reduces charging speed to prevent damage. Charging duration primarily depends on battery size and charger type: slow charging may take 10 to 14 hours, while fast charging under ideal conditions could be just 45 minutes to 1 hour. But during hot summers, slow charging might extend to 12-16 hours, and fast charging may exceed 1 hour. I recommend charging in shaded areas or garages, avoiding midday sun exposure - this can somewhat reduce charging time. Also remember to check if the charging gun has proper contact. In daily use, I always plan trips with an extra half-hour buffer to avoid schedule disruptions.
I'm the kind of driver who enjoys weekend road trips. Last week, during a hot afternoon charging session, I waited nearly 90 minutes—25 minutes longer than usual. High summer temperatures slow down battery performance, inevitably extending charging time, which varies depending on your charging method: fast-charging stations typically take around an hour, but hot weather can add extra time; slow charging at home might require at least 12 hours. I usually opt for morning or evening charging to avoid heat waves, which improves efficiency, and I make sure not to park the car in direct sunlight. From experience, developing good habits can save a lot of hassle.
