Battery Life & Maintenance Tips for Electric Rickshaws

Short-distance travel in urban and small-town environments favors electric rickshaws, sometimes known as e-rickshaws. Rechargeable batteries instead of gasoline allow these environmentally friendly business transportation runs to be cheap and handy. Like any other vehicle, but especially an electric e-rickshaw, its battery needs maintenance to be long and effective. These simple battery maintenance guidelines can help you to maximize your electric rickshaw, whether you drive or own it. 

1. Fully charge the battery—but not very aggressively.

Before leaving the e-rickshaw for the day, completely charge its battery. Remove the battery when it is 100% charged; do not overcharge it. Overheating the battery and reducing its lifetime can result from too aggressive charging. 

2. Select the proper charger.

Use the charger either the one the manufacturer advised or the one you have for your electric rickshaw. A poor or incorrect grade charger will shorten the life of the battery and cause harm. 

3. Prevent Deep Discharge

Wait not to let the battery completely run out before charging. Charging a battery is a recommended habit once it drops below 20%. Regular deep drain reduces battery life generally and damages battery cells. 

4. Park in shade.

The battery of your electric e-rickshaw could be destroyed by overheating. Whenever at least practicable, always park your e-rickshaw in a shady, cool area. Maintaining the battery in a cold state promotes its health. 

5. Check Battery Water Levels (For Lead-Acid Batteries)

If your e-rickshaw uses a lead-acid battery, check the water levels regularly. Top up with distilled water only when needed. Don’t let the plates dry up, as this will reduce the battery’s efficiency.

6. Keep the terminals of batteries neat.

Dust or rust could settle on the battery terminals with time. To keep their flow of electricity, gently clean it with a dry towel. This small method will improve battery performance. 

7. Never Overload

Never pack more weight than the electric rickshaw can handle. Overloading reduces the efficiency of the battery and stresses the motor, therefore shortening their lifetime. 8. Planned Maintenance on Regularity Like any other business vehicle, your e-rickshaw needs frequent upkeep. Every month, have a mechanic examine the wiring to maintain maximum functioning of everything. 

Conclusion

Although it is not difficult, maintaining the battery of your e-rickshaw must be done consistently. Over time, these small behaviors will help you save money, increase the life of your batteries, and prevent unplanned breakdowns. More trips, more savings, and less stress follow with a well-maintained electric rickshaw battery! Keep tuned to us for further ideas on commercial vehicles, electric rickshaws, and the direction of transportation.

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