SparkEV 46000 declining battery charge, AZ heat or failing battery?

Asked by GuruV4LL2 Jul 30, 2018 at 02:08 PM about the 2015 Chevrolet Spark EV

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2015 Spark EV needs more frequent charge, max down to high 60's, 46000 mi.
Failing batteries or AZ 110+ heat?
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As far as I know, when it’s very hot you’ll need to charge it more frequently because more electricity is used to cool down the motor. If the problem continues with normal temperature you’ll have to take it to the dealer.

The range estimator is highly dependent on your driving style. Look ahead and take your foot off the accelerator so you almost never need the brake. That will put your range estimator back way up.

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