An electric vehicle that’s been in a collision should sit for a minimum of 30 minutes before anyone on your team works on or near it. And that’s under the best-case scenario. If there’s visible damage to the battery enclosure, signs of a thermal event, or any...
Battery Tips
Diagnosing Battery Issues in Vehicles with Digital Keys
Vehicles equipped with digital key technology introduce new battery diagnostic challenges for dealerships. Unlike traditional key fobs, digital keys rely on constant low-voltage system stability, wireless communication modules, and authentication protocols. A weak or...
The Case for Quick Lube Battery Tests Every Time
The most consistent point of contact most drivers have with a professional service facility is often a quick lube visit, which makes it the single best opportunity to catch a battery problem before it becomes a roadside failure. The oil change customer who declines a...
Safe Handling for EVs that Don’t Shut Down Properly
An EV that hasn’t shut down properly should be treated as fully energized until it’s verified otherwise, no matter what it looks like from the outside. That’s not a worst-case-scenario mindset. It’s just the right starting point, because every standard safety protocol...
How Long Should an EV Sit After a Collision Before Work Starts?
An electric vehicle that’s been in a collision should sit for a minimum of 30 minutes before anyone on your team works on or near it. And that’s under the best-case scenario. If there’s visible damage to the battery enclosure, signs of a thermal event, or any...