What is the impact of not fully charging a new energy vehicle battery each time?
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Not fully charging a new energy vehicle battery each time will shorten its service life. Battery lifespan: Generally, lead-acid batteries can undergo about 360 full charge-discharge cycles, while lithium batteries can handle around 520 full charge-discharge cycles. Therefore, unplugging the charger before the battery is fully charged will prematurely consume charge-discharge cycles, reducing its lifespan. For example, an electric vehicle battery that could originally last 3 years might only last 2 years or even shorter if frequently unplugged before full charge. Charging precautions: Regarding charging time, for a newly purchased electric vehicle, the first charge is best done for up to 12 hours to fully activate the battery performance. During regular charging, avoid excessive charging time; generally, 6-8 hours is appropriate.