Yes, you can. For some vehicles, you need to turn off the system before charging and then turn it back on after starting the charge to use the air conditioner. However, newer vehicles do not require you to turn off the system and can be used continuously.

It does not affect the battery but does affect the charging speed. When charging, the air conditioner and the battery are in parallel, with a small portion of the power going to the air conditioner and most of it going to the battery.

Yes. As long as the connector is free of water or debris before plugging in, it’s safe to charge in rain or snow. After plugging in, the connector is waterproof. Charging stations, charge points, lines, and cars are all designed with lightning protection, making it safe to charge during a thunderstorm. However, it is recommended that people stay indoors during storms for added safety.

It is not recommended to sleep in the car while charging! Due to current battery technology limitations, you can stay in the car but should not sleep. According to national standards, the battery should not catch fire or explode within 5 minutes of thermal runaway, giving occupants time to evacuate safely.

It is best to keep the battery level between 20% and 80%. You should charge when the battery falls below 20%. If you have home charging available, you can charge as needed; slow charging does not affect the battery. The car is just a tool, and you should use it as needed without worrying about running it down to 0%.

For slow charging, you can charge to any level, and fully charging is best. For fast charging, it is recommended to charge up to 80%. Some fast charge stations will automatically stop charging at around 95% to avoid overcharging. Keeping the battery at a low level for an extended period can reduce its lifespan. If the car will not be used for a long time (over 3 months), charge to 80% and check the car monthly, also charging the auxiliary battery.

Compared to slow charging, frequent fast charging can damage the battery to some extent, accelerating cell polarization and causing lithium plating. When lithium plating occurs, the number of lithium ions decreases, reducing the battery’s capacity and affecting its lifespan.

Except for lithium iron phosphate batteries, allowing the car battery to rest for a short time after fast charging helps lithium metal revert to lithium ions, restoring the critical temperature to normal. However, frequent fast charging reduces the battery’s ability to recover. To prolong battery life, it is recommended to use slow charging for daily use and fast charging only in emergencies, or to slow charge the battery once a week for maintenance

The main charging methods for electric vehicles are fast charging, slow charging, battery swapping, wireless charging, and mobile charging.

Wireless charging usually involves charging and discharging through wireless charging pads embedded in parking spaces and roads, without using cables or wires, automatically connecting to the grid. Mobile charging is an extension of wireless charging, allowing the car to charge while cruising on the road without needing to find a charging station. The mobile charging system is embedded beneath a section of the road, designated as a charging lane, and does not require additional space.

The charging process for electric vehicles includes six steps: physical connection, low-voltage auxiliary power-up, charging handshake, charging parameter configuration, charging, and shutdown. If a charging failure or interruption occurs during this process, the charging station will display an error code indicating the cause of the failure. These codes can be found online, but it is time-consuming. It is recommended to call the charging station’s customer service or ask the staff to determine whether the issue is with the car or the charging station, or to try a different charging station.

Electric vehicle owners may worry about electric leakage while driving or charging in the rain. However, national regulations strictly control the waterproof performance of charging stations and charging gun sockets to prevent such accidents. The vehicle’s power battery is also designed to be waterproof, and the charging port has an insulating seal. Therefore, it is safe to charge an electric vehicle in the rain. If possible, use an umbrella or other protection to keep the charging port and charging gun dry, and ensure your hands are dry when plugging in or unplugging the charging gun and closing the vehicle’s charging cover. In severe weather such as thunderstorms or typhoons, avoid outdoor charging to ensure personal and vehicle safety.

If an electric vehicle is not used for a long period, keep the battery level between 50% and 80%. Avoid having the battery fully charged or too low when not using the car for several days. Just like extreme dieting or overeating is harmful to the stomach, maintaining a moderate battery level is better for battery health and longevity. If the vehicle is not used for more than a month, charge it slowly when you start using it again. During long periods of inactivity, recharge the battery every 1-2 months to prevent performance degradation

Yes, but ensure that you use charging components that meet national standards and do not use unsafe methods like “fly line” charging. The battery will automatically stop charging when fully charged.

In hot weather, avoid charging in direct sunlight. If possible, do not charge immediately after driving. Choose a cool, ventilated environment for charging.

There is electromagnetic radiation, but it is not harmful to humans. (1) Electromagnetic radiation is everywhere; the Earth itself is a huge electromagnetic field. Sunlight and all household appliances emit electromagnetic radiation. As long as it is below a certain intensity, it is harmless to humans. Current charging stations are manufactured according to strict national standards, and their electromagnetic radiation is well within safe limits. (2) National regulations set strict standards for electromagnetic radiation from various devices. Measurements show that the electromagnetic radiation from electric vehicles is lower than that of commonly used smartphones. (3) Only high-intensity electromagnetic radiation and extremely high-frequency ionizing radiation are harmful to humans, requiring distance to avoid excessive exposure, such as from TV transmission towers, large substations, and X-ray equipment in hospitals.