![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/five-things-all-electric-car-owners-in-britain-must-know-before-winter-comes/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/0_GettyImages-73103292.jpg&description=Motoring expert Louis Rix has shared his five top tips for maintaining the batteries and other parts of electric cars as winter looms in the UK meaning potential issues, including chargingCars struggle up a hill as snow fallsWinter is fast approaching and a cold snap is coming, bringing with it possible subzero temperatures and snow. And with more and more motorists turning to electric cars there is some concern about how the climate-friendly vehicles will work in a deep British chill. Lithium ions in the batteries slow down in colder weather and so aren't as effective, limiting charge. Expert Louis Rix, who works in motoring, has shared the best ways to maintain the batteries and other parts of EVs with the Daily Express. Louis, co-founder and COO of CarFinance 247, says driving mindfully can help motorists conserve power and improve their electric cars' range in cold weather. "Travel at a steady speed and try to avoid sudden acceleration or braking. You can also save energy by turning off the radio and not using the heater," Louis said. Have you had trouble with an electric car in cold weather? Let us know at webnews@mirror.co.uk Lithium ions in the batteries slow down in colder weather and so aren't as effective, limiting charge ( Getty Images) "Storing your car in a garage or covered parking space overnight can help to keep the battery warm. Don't have a garage? Keeping it under a cover can make a difference too." The expert also referred to using winter tyres, which can help drivers stay safe when the weather turns. Louis continued: "The battery location can give electric cars a low centre of gravity, which improves traction in the snow, but they can also be heavier than petrol or diesel cars, making them harder to control in icy conditions. "If you're concerned about wet weather – electricity and water don't mix, after all – then don't be! EVs have precautions built in so splashes of water are unlikely to cause damage, but it's still good practice to avoid dri){kind=link}
Motoring expert Louis Rix has shared his five top tips for maintaining the batteries and other parts of electric cars as winter looms in the UK meaning potential issues, including charging
Winter is fast approaching and a cold snap is coming, bringing with it possible subzero temperatures and snow.
And with more and more motorists turning to electric cars there is some concern about how the climate-friendly vehicles will work in a deep British chill.
Lithium ions in the batteries slow down in colder weather and so aren’t as effective, limiting charge.
Expert Louis Rix, who works in motoring, has shared the best ways to maintain the batteries and other parts of EVs with the Daily Express.