When the temperature exceeds 35 degrees Celsius, what happens to electric cars?

ArabiaWeather - Hot weather greatly affects the range, efficiency, and performance of electric cars, as these cars rely on lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries to run their engines, and these batteries operate more efficiently within a temperature range ranging from 15 to 35 degrees Celsius.

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How does hot weather affect electric cars ?

Above 35°C, electric vehicle batteries begin to overheat, resulting in faster discharge rates, reduced energy storage capacity, and inefficient energy delivery over time.

At high temperatures, the movement of ions inside batteries increases rapidly, preventing effective attachment to the anodes and cathodes. The temperature exceeds 40°C, threatening the integrity of the negative emission layer of the anode, accelerating the depletion of the liquid electrolyte, resulting in micro-cracks, slowing down important chemical reactions, and shortening the battery life.

Hot climates also increase a battery's internal resistance, leading to longer charging times and reduced battery range. According to a recent study from Recur, the average loss of range at different temperatures is as follows:

• At 27°C: 2.8%.
• At 33°C: 5%.
• At 38°C: 31%.

How do you maintain your electric car in hot weather?

We have collected for you a set of tips that will help you take care of your electric car in hot weather. These tips contribute greatly to prolonging the life of the car’s battery, and enabling you to cover greater distances on a single charge:

1. Avoid frequent fast charging.
2. Charge the car in the morning, evening or under canopies.
3. Use Eco Mode when driving.
4. Keep the charge level between 20-80%.
5. Take advantage of the car's preconditioning system.

The 10 best electric cars in 2024... in terms of specifications and prices

When it comes to the electric car market, China leads the way ahead of traditional car giants such as Germany and Japan.

In the United States, electric cars accounted for about 8% of total new car sales during the first half of 2023. Followers are looking forward to the 10 best electric cars for 2024, as the market hopes to support sales that witnessed a noticeable slowdown in 2023.

However, this number is still much lower than in China, where electric cars account for 19% of total car sales, and globally, electric cars accounted for 15% of new passenger car sales.

Electric cars expected in 2024

The pace of fully electric vehicles being built by traditional automakers is increasing, which is reflected in the large number of electric vehicles that will hit the road in 2024. These are the top 10 most anticipated electric cars for 2024, ranked from least expensive to most expensive:

1. Kia EV3
2. Volvo EX30
3. Ford Explorer
4. Hyundai Ioniq 7
5. PYD Cell U
6. BMW i4
7. Hyundai Ioniq 5N
8. Audi Q6 e-tron
9. Porsche Macca
10. Electric Range Rover

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Sources:

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