Ten Energy-saving Spring-cleaning Tips for Your EV and Home

1: Optimise your charging

The easiest way to save energy is to “spring clean” your EV charging. You want to change when energy prices are lower, which often coincides with when most energy comes from renewable sources. As we have explored elsewhere, these times change with the seasons, so your charging schedule may have to be changed. Alternatively, you can use advanced smart charging to ensure that charging is automatically optimised.

2: Check and adjust your tyres and brakes

The coming of spring is an excellent opportunity to clean the tyres and brakes. It is also a good time to check what damage wintry conditions and winter-worn roads may have caused. Also, you may need to adjust tyre pressure for warmer weather. Also, check the tyre alignment and the overall state of your brakes. All these actions can help make your car more energy-efficient.

3: Clean out your trunk and cabin

For most of us, winter often means more stuff gets stored in the car’s trunk and cabin. Some of it is to help you through the wintry conditions. Other things have just accumulated over time. By cleaning out unnecessary stuff, you lighten the car and make it more energy-efficient.

4: Check the HVAC filters

Your EV’s HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) filter can clog up over time. Cleaning or replacing the filter can help the system operate more efficiently and conserve energy.

5: Wash your car

Washing and polishing your EV can help extend its range by improving its aerodynamics. A clean and smooth surface allows air to flow more freely around it, reducing drag. This reduction helps the car move more smoothly and efficiently, saving battery power—especially at higher speeds.