Why Your EV Battery Dies Faster in Sacramento Summers

If you've noticed your EV's range dropping during Sacramento's brutal summers, you're not imagining it. Here's the science behind heat-related range loss and how to combat it.

How Heat Affects EV Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries operate best between 60-80°F. When Sacramento hits 100°F+:

• Battery cooling systems work overtime
• AC draws significant power
• Battery management limits charge rates

Real Range Loss Numbers

During peak Sacramento summer days (100°F+):

• With AC on: Expect 15-25% less range
• Pre-conditioning while plugged in: Minimizes loss
• Parked in sun vs. shade: 5-10% difference

Summer EV Tips for Sacramento

1. Pre-Condition While Charging

Before leaving, cool your car while it's still plugged in. This uses grid power instead of battery power.

2. Park in Shade When Possible

Even covered parking helps significantly. Your battery won't work as hard to cool itself.

3. Don't Charge to 100% in Extreme Heat

Heat + full battery = accelerated degradation. Keep daily charges at 80% during summer.

4. Plan for Reduced Range

If your Tesla shows 280 miles, plan for 220-240 in summer. Better safe than stranded.

What If You Do Get Stranded?

Heat-related range miscalculations happen to the best of us. Sacramento Mobile EV Charging is available 24/7:

• We arrive in 30-45 minutes
• Flat-rate pricing starting at $149
• 45-mile service radius from Folsom
• Call: (916) 826-9410

Save our number now – you'll be glad you did when the mercury hits 105°F and your range estimate was optimistic.