The transition from conventional vehicles, such as petrol or diesel, continues to occur. Not a few Indonesians are starting to be interested in using battery-powered cars or motorbikes.

Although it cannot be denied, there are still many doubts among potential buyers regarding electric vehicles. One of them is whether the four-wheeled or two-wheeled vehicle is capable of driving through puddles or floods. The reason is that floods often occur in big cities in Indonesia, especially with high rainfall intensity, at various times.

According to the official Wuling Motors website, rain or even flood conditions have been taken into account by experts developing an electric vehicle. So, actually, vehicle owners don't need to worry about driving an electric car during the rainy and floody seasons.

However, there are conditions, because not only cars or electric motorbikes, but gasoline vehicles are also not recommended for driving through floods if the water volume is already high and they are not designed to break through floods.

This means that it can also be seen that the flood level is still half the tire, and that can be tolerated. However, if the water level reaches half of the car, the engine or electric motor will definitely be submerged, and this will cause component problems.

Following are some of the advantages of electric cars that make them resistant to flooding:

1) The rain situation has been taken into account

Electric car manufacturers have certainly taken into account the use of these vehicles during the rainy season. One example is by equipping the car with protection for several important components, such as the battery, which has been protected with a special seal that is impermeable. This means that this car is safe to use for driving during the rainy season or even for driving through puddles of water.

2) Use safe materials to pass through standing water

Electric cars are designed with the best materials to ensure that these vehicles are safe when used to drive through puddles. So you don't need to worry that your electric car will short circuit if you drive it through puddles during a flood.

3) Safe to charge when it rains

When it rains, electric car owners who have to charge their vehicle's battery can still do it. The reason is that the manufacturer must have considered this matter carefully.

One example is to make the charger head and electrical socket waterproof so that charging when it rains will remain safe.

Tips for Maintaining an Electric Car During the Rainy Season

  1. Check Battery Power

When driving an electric car in rainy conditions, one thing you need to pay attention to is checking the battery power. Before driving, make sure the electric car battery is full so you don't have to stop to recharge.

  1. Check Tire Condition

Try to avoid bald car tires when driving during the rainy season. The grip of bald car tires is quite poor at gripping the road surface. Therefore, it is very risky if you drive during the rainy season because it can cause the car to slip more easily.

You also need to check the tire pressure. The tire pressure for an electric car must be right, not too low or too high, so that the car can maneuver optimally.

  1. Wiper Rubber Must Be in Good Condition

During the rainy season, wipers are very useful to help clean water from the car window. The aim is to help drivers see the road well. Therefore, before driving, make sure the wipers are in good condition. Also, check the glass cleaning water and make sure it is still full.

  1. Wash the Electric Car Immediately After Being Exposed to Rainwater

Rainwater contains acids, which can cause corrosion on vehicle surfaces. Therefore, wash your electric car immediately after driving it when it rains to remove dirt and any remaining rainwater that is still attached.