Electric Vehicles Battery Tips To Increase Range And Battery Life

As electric vehicles gain popularity in India, one of the biggest challenges for the owners of the vehicles is to have the battery’s life span elongated and the distance the vehicle can cover. Whether you are a daily traveler or just traveling and then coming back, you must know how to prolong your scooter’s battery life. In this article, we offer some useful advice on batteries, as well as an overview of batteries available in the Indian market and the real users’ experience.

Tips to Maximize Your Electric Scooter’s Battery Life

Correct Charger Usage 

Never use a charger that does not correspond to your scooter’s battery type. This may damage the battery and require more replacements.

Smooth Acceleration 

Avoid rapid acceleration. Gradual speed increases do not put much load on the battery, which will maintain the battery’s health and, hence, extend its life span.

Battery Capacity 

Go for lithium-ion or LFP batteries that allow more distance and more extended preservation of charges. This ensures a better range.

Load Capacity 

Always ensure that the weight limit you put on the vehicle is the one given by the manufacturer. This is because overloading can also put pressure on the battery and therefore its usefulness is decreased gradually over time.

Charging Practices 

When you are done with your scooter, make sure to recharge it, do not let the battery go flat or stay overcharged between 20-40% is okay.

Proper Storage 

Do not expose your vehicle to very high temperatures or very low temperatures because both conditions harm the battery and decrease its life.

Battery Categories in Indian Electric Scooters

Lithium-ion vs. Lead Acid 

Lithium-ion is slim, compact, and delivers higher mileage; perfect for luxurious scooters of Ather and Ola Electric. Lead-acid batteries are cheaper and less effective in comparison with lithium-ion batteries and are mentioned in low-price offers.

NiMH & LFP 

LFP batteries are showing up in the market and they support the fast charging and better safety of batteries. While it is commonly used in high-end scooters and the NiMH is used in Hybrid Electric Vehicles.

Public reviews on EVs

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