The trend for electric vehicles (EV) in Indonesia continues to\nincrease in line with the government\u2019s commitment to carbon neutrality.\nAlthough electric cars are known to have far fewer moving parts compared\nto internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, this does not mean they\nare maintenance-free. There are several crucial components that require\nextra attention to ensure a long vehicle lifespan and to prevent sharp\ndepreciation in value.<\/p>\n
Understanding the characteristics of these components is vital for EV\nowners, considering that the replacement cost of certain parts can reach\n40 to 50 per cent of the vehicle\u2019s price. Here are the primary\ncomponents that require in-depth attention in electric cars:<\/p>\n
The battery is the heart of an electric vehicle. This is the most\nexpensive component and is highly sensitive to usage habits. To maintain\nthe State of Health (SoH), owners are advised not to frequently let the\nbattery power drop to 0 per cent or to continuously charge it to 100 per\ncent, unless the battery technology used is Lithium Iron Phosphate\n(LFP), which is more tolerant of full charges.<\/p>\n
Frequent use of fast charging or DC chargers also has the potential\nto accelerate battery cell degradation due to the heat generated during\nhigh-power charging. Ideally, slow charging (AC Charging) should be used\nfor daily use to maintain cell temperature stability.<\/p>\n
Unlike conventional cars that only cool the engine, the cooling\nsystem in an EV works extra hard to maintain the temperature of the\nbattery, inverter, and electric motor. The coolant in electric cars\nusually has specific non-conductive specifications to prevent short\ncircuits in the event of a leak.<\/p>\n
Owners must check the coolant volume regularly and ensure there are\nno blockages in the small radiators that cool the electrical system.\nUncontrolled temperatures (overheating) are the primary enemy of\nelectronic components and can drastically shorten battery life.<\/p>\n
Many novice electric car owners are unaware that EVs require tyres\nwith specific specifications. Electric cars are significantly heavier\ndue to the large battery pack and possess strong instant torque.\nStandard tyres used on ordinary cars will wear out faster if fitted to\nan EV.<\/p>\n
Ensure that tyre pressure always adheres to the manufacturer\u2019s\nrecommendations. Low pressure will increase rolling resistance, which\nnot only damages the tyre structure but also makes battery energy\nconsumption more inefficient.<\/p>\n
Electric vehicles use a regenerative braking system that allows the\nelectric motor to act as a generator during deceleration. This makes\nphysical friction brakes tend to last longer because they are rarely\nworked hard. However, this can become a disadvantage if not\nmonitored.<\/p>\n
Because they are rarely used, physical brake components such as\ncalipers and brake discs are prone to corrosion or seizing due to dirt\naccumulation. Regular cleaning of the braking system is still necessary\neven if the brake pads appear thick.<\/p>\n
An inverter functions to convert direct current (DC) from the battery\ninto alternating current (AC) to drive the motor, and vice versa during\nregenerative braking. This component is highly sensitive to voltage\nsurges and humidity. Ensure the motor compartment remains clean and\navoid washing the electric motor directly with high-pressure water on\nhigh-voltage cable sockets (which are usually orange).<\/p>\n
Maintaining an electric car is actually simpler than maintaining a\nconventional car because there is no need for regular engine oil, spark\nplug, or air filter changes. However, precision in maintaining\noperational temperatures and battery charging patterns is the key. By\npaying attention to the components mentioned above, owners can ensure\ntheir electric vehicles remain efficient and maintain their resale value\nin the future.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/vital-electric-vehicle-components-that-must-be-maintained-for-longevity-1789232103", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }