How to Prepare Your Electric Vehicle for Winter Storage

Dec 18, 2021

With the cold season nearing, its time to lay down the basics of winter storage for your electric vehicles.

winter storage

Owning an electric vehicle (EV) involves knowing your responsibilities in terms of maintenance . While autumn riding can be bearable for some since most electric motorcycles like Evoke are built with strength, extreme weather conditions can cause deterioration. This particularly applies during the winter season. Often, bike owners would postpone their rides and store their vehicles until the cold weather subsides. 


Storing your EV during the winter season means more than just parking it in your garage. There are specific preparations that you have to take note of. Here are some tips on how you can prepare your electric vehicle for winter storage:

Prepare Your Garage

The first thing you should do is to prepare your garage before the winter season starts. Sealing small openings that could cause a cold draft must be done. This ensures that no moisture can affect your EV while in storage. Ensure that your garage doors and windows are sealed properly, and check the rubber gaskets if they are in good condition to withstand the cold weather. You also need to check on your electrical and lighting outlets if they are all functioning properly. It would be best to do all these preparations before the winter season, so you can have enough time for repairs and materials replacements.

Moderate Temperature

One of the basic solutions that you can have for the cold season would be heat. It would be best that your HVAC system also supplies heat for your garage to properly regulate the temperature and help protect your EV from the cold. As part of maintaining your EV in good condition during the winter storage, you can frequently have your vehicle running for a few minutes to achieve a desirable temperature. 


This procedure works best if you are going to use your EV during the cold season. It is ideal to do this 30 minutes before you go out, which also helps in reducing the energy loss during a cold start. 

Check Your Tires

Checking your tires during winter is also important because it also experiences deterioration during the winter season. If you are planning to store your EV for the duration of the season, it would be best to elevate your unit and keep your tires hanging from the floor. This will help protect your tires from bearing the weight of your EV at a single point. Also, the cold temperature can lower your tire’s PSI that can cause cracks if left unattended.

Disconnect the Battery

Disconnecting the battery of your EV will also help protect your vehicle during winter storage. Your EV’s battery powers the accessories of your vehicle. It would be wise to disconnect it if you are storing your EV for more than 30 days to help preserve its life.

Remove the Ice

During the winter season, expect your EV to have ice build-up. This commonly happens when the winter storage area is not adequately prepared. Try to maintain your vehicle free from ice, more importantly if you are going to use it outside. It can be dangerous when some ice falls off during your ride. 


While storing your EV during the winter season, keep your vehicle dry to prevent any rust and molds from building up. 


Performing these simple preparations will help protect your EV during the winter season. Doing a post-winter checkup is also necessary before a ride. 


For more remember to visit Evokemotorcycles.com



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