Charging Your Electric Vehicle: Guidelines and Battery Care

A quick overview of safe charging practices to maximize battery life and everyday efficiency

With a few simple best practices, you can charge your EV safely while helping maintain battery health and performance. Explore the tips below to make the most of your daily charging routine:
Charge Smart

Keep your daily charge between 20% and 80%. Charge to 100% only when you need extra range for a long trip and try to avoid letting the battery drop below 10 - 15% frequently.

 

Care for the Battery

Heat can wear down battery life, so park in shaded or covered areas whenever possible. In colder weather, precondition your vehicle before driving or charging to help maintain range.

Drive Efficiently

Smooth acceleration, gentle braking, and the use of regenerative braking helps conserve energy. These habits reduce strain on the battery and can improve everyday driving range.

 

Use your EV or charger app to set a charge limit, schedule off-peak charging, and monitor battery status. This can help reduce costs and make daily charging more convenient.