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Tips to preserve your car’s battery this summer
Summer is in full swing and you’ve probably planned plenty of road trips with your family and friends. However, have you considered how to protect your car’s battery during the heat?
When it comes to your car’s battery, the summer heat can do more harm than good and it can lead to the fluid in your battery to evaporate and speed up corrosion. Thankfully, you can prevent any damage to your battery if you perform some maintenance tasks that will protect your electric car and preserve your EV’s battery lifespan:
1. Park your car indoors
Needless to say, one of the best things you can do to ensure your battery won’t overheat is to park your car in a safe place, preferably a garage or somewhere under cover. Keeping your car out of the heat will avoid causing any unexpected leakage.
If you have an electric vehicle, you can use the designated space in your garage to charge your car and maintain a healthy battery while your vehicle is not used for a few hours.
2. Keep it charged
Keeping your battery charged up to 100% will improve performance and will prepare your car for longer journeys. When you start your car in the morning, make sure you take some time before you turn on your air conditioning or the lights as they are battery-powered and consequently, they can consume your battery very quickly.
Regular recharging throughout the day will prolong the life of your battery and keep your vehicle in a good condition.
3. Keep your car clean
Owning a car comes with certain responsibilities and regularly cleaning your car is one of them. However, we’re not only talking about the interior or the exterior of your car, but also about its key components, such as the battery.
As part of your maintenance checklist, you should examine the battery before a long trip and remove any dirt or debris that can affect your battery’s lifespan. In addition, you should watch for and remove any corrosion from the top of your battery to ensure there’s no build-up.
4. Have your battery tested regularly
The age of your battery plays an important role in the state of your vehicle. You should have your electrical system checked every 3 to 6 months, as well as do a visual inspection to see if your battery is leaking or cracking. If it does, it’s recommended to have your car’s battery replaced, especially if your battery is more than four years old.
We are an authorised installer under both the Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme (EVHS) and the Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS), meaning that our customers can receive government grants towards certain approved systems.
If your electric vehicle charger is not working or you are looking for a service maintenance agreement, we will be happy to assist. For more information on electric vehicle charging, approved systems, and information on how to obtain a grant, please do not hesitate to get in touch today.