Will New Energy Vehicles Get Damaged When Wading Through Water?
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New energy vehicles will not get damaged when wading through water, as their batteries are equipped with rigorous waterproofing devices. Additional information: Advantages of new energy vehicles: 1. Fuel conservation: They typically use natural gas, petroleum gas, hydrogen, or electricity as power sources. 2. Reduced exhaust emissions, effectively protecting the environment: Electric vehicles do not produce exhaust and are pollution-free. Hydrogen-powered vehicles emit only water, causing no environmental pollution. They are essentially zero-emission and exempt from traffic restrictions based on license plate numbers. 3. High efficiency: New energy vehicles generally adopt new technologies and structures, resulting in higher efficiency. 4. Low noise.
I once consulted the manufacturer when driving a new energy vehicle through deep water, and actually, electric vehicles are less afraid of water than fuel-powered cars. The battery pack is completely sealed, and national regulations require it to meet IP67 waterproof standards, meaning it won't leak even when submerged in water for half an hour. The motor and controller also have special sealing treatments. However, you should be careful not to let water enter the front air intake and maintain a steady speed when wading through water—don't go too fast. I've seen cases where electric vehicles were damaged by water, but those were all due to aging seals or accidents causing shell damage, which allowed water to enter. So, it's best to check the battery guard plate under the car before driving an older vehicle through deep water.
Last time during the heavy rain, I drove my electric car home, and the water level reached the door sill. Later, I asked the 4S store and learned that the position of the electric car's battery pack is much higher than the exhaust pipe of a fuel-powered car, with a specially designed waterproof structure. As long as the water doesn't exceed the midline of the wheels, it's generally safe. However, it's essential to turn off the energy recovery function to prevent sudden braking that could cause a rear-end collision. After returning home, I specifically checked under the car and saw moss stuck in the seams of the battery casing, but the inside was completely dry. The key point is not to turn off and restart the car in standing water. If you really have to drive through water, do it in one go.
