Winter EV prep is vital, warns Brindley Group

With a rapid uptake in electric vehicles (EV) in 2025, Brindley Motor Group has shared its advice on how to manage an EV during the colder months.

Chris Adams, group operations director at Brindley Group, said that the most common mistake EV drivers make is not preparing for winter.

He said: “Like petrol and diesel cars, electric vehicles have an optimal temperature at which they operate.

“Due to the efficiency of the technology in electric cars, they don’t produce as much heat as a petrol or diesel engine, so their effectiveness can take a small hit during the cooler months.

“By being aware that the range of your EV might be shorter during winter and planning charging and journeys accordingly, you can best make use of your EV even when the mercury drops.”

Adams advised that reducing speed can improve an EV’s range, for example, driving 65mph on a motorway is safe and could save the driver time and money.

He also said that using eco-mode can maximise the vehicle’s range.

Adams added: “Heating up the entire car can be a huge waste of electricity, so if you’ve already got electric seats and a heated steering wheel that’ll keep you warm, you can preserve the battery of the car.”