Which puddles are dangerous to drive through in an electric car.

As it turns out, electric cars do not like puddles! According to NNC, electric car owners should avoid puddles of a certain depth to prevent damage to their vehicle. This is because water can enter the battery compartment, which can lead to serious consequences.

What threatens an electric car in the rain?

Irwin Tristanto from PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia emphasized that it is important to avoid water entering the battery compartment, even if the car has passed safety tests. Therefore, if the water in the puddle is deeper than 30 cm, it is better to steer clear of it to avoid consequences.

Negative effects of water on electric cars

• Short circuit. Water can cause a short circuit between components, which may lead to sudden shutdown of the car or even a fire.
• Battery overheating. This can cause localized overheating of battery elements and even thermal runaway.
• Corrosion of electrical components. This can reduce battery efficiency and lead to its failure.
• Oxidation of electrodes. Moisture can lead to oxidation of the electrodes, negatively affecting battery performance.
• Risk of electric shock. Water damaged by the battery can be dangerous for the driver and passengers.

Thus, as we can see, water and electric cars are not the best of friends. Therefore, owners of such vehicles should avoid puddles during rain to prevent potential problems and keep their car in the best possible condition.