From Torque News.
Want to make your EV battery last longer? In this video, we break down how to optimize your EV charging schedule for battery longevity and the best ways to charge your electric car. Whether you drive a Tesla, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Rivian, or any other EV, your charging habits matter more than you think. Most EV owners don’t realize that simple mistakes—like charging to 100% every night or letting the battery run too low—can silently shorten the life of their battery pack.
⚡ We’ll explain the science behind lithium-ion battery degradation, how temperature and state of charge affect performance, and why the 20–80% rule for EV charging is one of the most effective strategies for daily use. You’ll also learn why scheduled charging during off-peak hours, using pre-conditioning, and setting charge limits in your EV’s software are the key to maximizing both battery health and savings.
🚙 If you’ve ever wondered about the best EV charging practices, the truth about charging to 100%, or whether draining your EV battery before charging is smart, this video gives you clear answers. We’ll bust common myths and give you actionable EV charging tips that you can apply right away—no matter what electric car you drive.
🌱 With EV battery replacements costing thousands of dollars, protecting your pack is one of the smartest things you can do as an owner. By learning how to charge your EV the right way, you’ll not only extend battery life but also enjoy more consistent range, better performance, and peace of mind for years to come.
Topics covered in this video podcast:
* Why your EV charging habits may be silently harming your battery.
* The science behind lithium-ion battery degradation.
* Common EV charging myths vs. the real facts.
* Why charging to 100% daily is bad for battery longevity.
* The dangers of draining your EV battery to near zero.
* How the 20–80% charging rule extends battery life.
* Smart charging strategies using scheduled charging and charge limits.
* The benefits of charging during off-peak hours.
* Why pre-conditioning your battery matters in extreme weather.
* Advanced tips like smart home charging integration and battery health monitoring.
Also see:
1. My EV Just Hit 100,000 Miles and Now I’m Wondering How Long I Can Expect My Tesla Model Y to Last
https://www.torquenews.com/18004/my-ev-just-hit-100000-miles-and-now-im-wondering-how-long-i-can-expect-my-tesla-model-y-last
2. Five Ways to Minimize Charging Costs in a Chevy Bolt EV (and Other Electric Vehicles)
https://www.torquenews.com/7893/5-ways-minimize-charging-costs-chevy-bolt-ev-and-other-electric-vehicles
3. The 20-Year Battery: How EV Longevity Reshapes Car Ownership and Demands Modular Futures
https://www.torquenews.com/17995/20-year-battery-how-ev-longevity-reshapes-car-ownership-and-demands-modular-futures
4. Electric Car Battery Degradation Study Suggests Batteries Will Outlast Cars
https://www.torquenews.com/17995/electric-car-battery-degradation-study-suggests-batteries-will-outlast-cars
5. How to Ruin Your Electric Car’s Battery: Do EV Battery Lives Matter?
https://www.torquenews.com/14093/how-ruin-your-electric-cars-battery-do-ev-battery-lives-matter
6. Toyota And Tesla Find Fascinating Way To Extend Electric Car Battery Life
https://www.torquenews.com/17995/toyota-and-tesla-find-fascinating-way-extend-electric-car-battery-life
7. Finally Ran The Battery Test on My 2020 Tesla Model 3 at 100,000 Miles and Got 85, But Replaced The Control Arm Due to Squeak Sound
https://www.torquenews.com/1/finally-ran-battery-test-my-2020-tesla-model-3-100000-miles-and-got-85-replaced-control-arm-due
This is Armen Hareyan from Torque News. Please follow us at https://twitter.com/torquenewsauto on Twitter and https://www.torquenews.com/ for daily automotive news. Also, follow us on Telegram at https://t.me/teslaev
