Will New Energy Vehicles Have Problems When Encountering Water Accumulation?
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Unlike traditional fuel-powered vehicles, pure electric vehicles rely on the flow of electrons in their drive motors to generate kinetic energy, thus lacking the intake and exhaust systems found in conventional cars. If the vehicle's sealing is well-executed, pure electric vehicles can have a high upper limit for wading through water. Therefore, in theory, pure electric vehicles are not afraid of water wading, but in practical applications, manufacturers do not encourage owners to perform such high-risk operations. The specific introduction to new energy vehicles is as follows: 1. Introduction: New energy vehicles refer to vehicles that use unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources (or use conventional vehicle fuels with new on-board power devices), integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and driving, forming vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and new structures. 2. Product Types: New energy vehicles include pure electric vehicles, extended-range electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, hydrogen engine vehicles, etc.
I've been driving a new energy vehicle for several years, especially my electric car, and every time I encounter heavy rain and puddles, I get nervous. If the battery pack under the chassis gets flooded, at best it could short-circuit and malfunction, and at worst it could cause a fire. That one time I drove through a deep water area, the water almost reached the wheels, and I was so tense that I stepped on the brakes and drove slowly. Fortunately, nothing happened. Now, whenever I see standing water, I take a detour and never take risks again. Although electric vehicles have waterproof designs, like an IP67 rating that can withstand knee-high water for half an hour, the sealing rings can still leak if they age. I make it a habit to go to the shop regularly for a check-up to ensure the seals are tight, preventing problems before they occur. I'm even more careful when driving with family—safe driving is the top priority. On rainy days when the roads are slippery and flooded, I check the weather forecast in advance to avoid waterlogged areas. I also don't skimp on regular maintenance to ensure the battery cover is properly closed. These small habits add up and can significantly reduce risks.
