(Chicago, IL) — The cold weather is causing problems for electric vehicles. In Chicago, some owners found that charging stations aren’t working and others were forced to deal with dead batteries after not being able to get to a charger in time.
That’s Marcus Campbell, who leases an electric vehicle. In Evergreen Park, Illinois, there’s a line of EV drivers waiting to plug their cars in, filled with frustration. That’s if you get there. Some EVs ran out of juice and had to be towed away. It started over the weekend and continues today, with EV drivers learning the hard way that their cars don’t go as far as they usually do when the temperatures are below zero. Experts say to plan ahead if you’re traveling. Car Fax Editor-In-Chief Patrick Olsen says if you have an EV, it is crucial to have a home charger.
Car Fax Editor-In-Chief Patrick Olsen says EV owners are learning about what to do in cold weather.
Olsen says to plan ahead, and to contact your manufactures dealer for winter tips.