Remember these things while using an electric car during monsoons, otherwise there may be a big landslide – Marathi News | Keep these things in mind when using an electric car during monsoons otherwise you may experience a major storm

Mumbai: The number of electric vehicles in India is increasing every month and the EV industry is witnessing this. But somewhere in this monsoon there are some things to know for its efficiency and safety. It is very important to take care during monsoon (EV tips for rainy season), so that it does not get wet. If you charge your vehicle at an outdoor charging station, make sure the charger is completely covered while charging. If you use a portable charger in this weather, don’t. This can cause damage.

Take care of battery health

Battery is the most important component in electric vehicles. The battery pack and its connections must be properly sealed to function properly in this climate. So that water does not reach them in any way or if water leaks and reaches them, repair it immediately.

Keep the car clean

During the rainy season, after coming from anywhere, the vehicle should be cleaned so that the mud etc. on the vehicle can be removed. Continuous accumulation of dirt can damage any important part of the exterior of the vehicle.

Avoid going into deep water

The electrical systems used in electric vehicles are very sensitive, making it extremely dangerous to dive into deep water. Apart from this, one should avoid going to the river area. Because the battery pack is prone to malfunction. When you’re driving through a flooded road, try to find another way.

When you buy an electric vehicle, you should check its ingress protection (IP) rating and IP67 rating with the battery pack. This shows the waterlogged condition of that car. Although electric vehicles now come with many testing and safety standards, there are still a few things to keep in mind.