You know it from your mobile phone: Your battery drains faster in winter. The same applies to your pedelec battery. You can reduce this problem somewhat with a few simple tricks.
Not only you, but also your battery freezes in winter. The pedelec is also a good alternative to the car or public transport in winter. However, in the cold, the battery becomes a weak point and the range can be reduced by up to 25%. This means that your battery requires extra attention in these freezing temperatures. But what should you pay attention to?
- The purchase - The purchase itself plays a major role in the quality of your e-bike battery. Particularly with low-priced bikes, such as those often found in discounters or DIY stores, the quality of the battery has to be compromised. In addition to electrolyte solutions that are more sensitive to cold, they usually also have poorer insulation.
- Drive outdoors charge indoors - It is best to store and charge the battery at room temperature as this can increase the range.
- The cover - The battery can be perfectly protected from the cold by a special cover. With the help of a warming cover made of neoprene, for example, a higher range can be achieved. An Intube battery is much better protected from the cold, they are embedded inside the frame.
- The driving style - This affects the operating temperature of a power storage unit. At maximum e-support, the battery is warmed up more. This means that it cools down less and retains its performance. But with maximum support, you can expect the range to decrease.
