❄️The Tesla Model 3 battery heater activates before accepting a charge in freezing weather.
🔋The battery takes around half an hour to start charging in freezing temperatures.
🌡️On-route battery preconditioning is essential in cold weather for efficient charging.
📊During the freezing test, the battery temperature remained low, limiting the charge rate.
🌡️The Model 3 uses waste heat from the motors to warm the battery.
Why does the Tesla battery take time to start charging in freezing temperatures?
—The battery heater activates before accepting a charge to warm up the battery.
How long does it take for the battery to start charging in freezing temperatures?
—In our test, it took around half an hour for the battery to start charging.
What is on-route battery preconditioning?
—On-route battery preconditioning is when the car warms up the battery on the way to a supercharger, ensuring efficient charging.
Why does the battery temperature limit the charge rate?
—The battery temperature affects the efficiency of charging, and a low temperature limits the charge rate.
How does the Model 3 warm up the battery in freezing temperatures?
—The Model 3 uses waste heat from the motors to warm up the battery.
00:00Intro to testing the Tesla Model 3 battery in freezing cold weather.
03:00Plugging the frozen Model 3 into a supercharger and observing the charging process.
09:30Explanation of the battery heating process and the importance of on-route battery preconditioning in cold weather.
11:30Analyzing the charging rate and observing the battery temperature throughout the test.
12:00Conclusion highlighting the key insights and tips for efficient charging in cold weather.
