How To Correctly Charge Teslas And Electric Vehicles For Better Longevity

13 Mar 2023 | Abstracted from Hot Cars

"While DC fast charging is not a problem if used occasionally, if used regularly it can shorten your battery's life...if you want to extend the life of your EV, it's best to use slow charging, going for DC fast charging should be on a need-to basis only.

"Most carmakers tell you to avoid charging your battery to 100 percent regularly...many experts agree that even if you do charge your EV to 100 percent, it does not create a significant issue for battery health."

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