How to Protect Your Audi EV’s Battery from the Heat

Now that we’re entering the heart of the Santa Monica summer, the sun is shining, which is great for beach getaways and Pacific escapes in your Audi car. However, the heat can be tough on the battery of Audi electric vehicles. Audi Santa Monica recommends these steps to protect your EV’s battery from the heat.

Smart Parking and Charging Habits

The combination of an unshaded parking spot and a high state of charge creates a stressful environment for your Audi EV’s battery cells. Whenever you park in Southern California during the summer afternoon, seek out underground parking garages, carports, or shaded spaces to block out the intense sun rays.

Your charging habits can also play a role in the long-term health of your EV’s battery. Consider adopting the 20 to 80 percent charging rule for your daily driving routines, and reserve the full 100 percent charges for longer road trips. Leaving the battery sitting completely charged in high temperatures accelerates chemical degradation, while keeping it in the middle range better preserves it.

Utilize the Built-In Climate Management

Many new Audi EV models include built-in climate management software that helps to cool the internal architecture before you hit the road. Set a departure time through your smartphone app to pull cooling power from the electrical grid, saving battery energy for the actual drive.

Use Level 2 Charging

Finally, rely on Level 2 AC chargers for your everyday power needs, and limit the use of DC fast chargers to long-distance travel. Fast charging causes extra stress on a battery pack that is already strained from the summer heat.

Explore New Audi Electric Vehicles in Santa Monica, CA

Now that you know how easy it is to keep your EV battery maintained, explore the new Audi EV vehicles at Audi Santa Monica. Our friendly team is happy to show off our new Audi EV SUVs and sedans. Visit us today!