Cupra - The ten most important answers to e-mobility

In 2021, almost 356,000 purely electrically powered vehicles (BEVs) were registered, which is 83.3 percent more than in the previous year. E-mobility is therefore becoming increasingly popular. However, many people still have fundamental reservations about this topic. CUPRA therefore answers the ten most frequently asked questions. Is the battery of an electric vehicle dangerous? In principle, all vehicles that are ready for the market must meet certain safety standards - regardless of whether they are powered by petrol, diesel, gas or electricity. In the event of an accident, a relay disconnects the connection between the battery and the high-voltage system within milliseconds. Can you carry out repairs on the electric drive yourself? No, this is neither necessary nor advisable. The high-voltage cables are absolutely safe. However, their orange marking and corresponding warning notices make it clear at first glance that repairs may only be carried out by specially trained specialists. Do electric vehicles have a gearbox? Pure electric vehicles require neither a conventional manual nor an automatic transmission. They have a reduction gear to reduce the high speed of the electric motor. What do I have to consider when recuperating? When you buy a modern electric vehicle, you get the benefit of a recuperation system right away. Of course, the CUPRA Born also has this type of energy recovery on board as standard. Do heating and lighting affect battery range? The battery in an electric vehicle provides the power for the entire vehicle – from the engine and heating to the lighting, ventilation and radio. However, the power requirement of many of these consumers is very low. Is the interior smaller than in a combustion vehicle? An electric vehicle has an interior that is just as spacious as a comparable model with a combustion engine. Does the electric drive pose a hazard in the rain or in the car wash? No, that's impossible. Electric vehicles are equipped with extensive protective measures to make the high-voltage lines absolutely safe. Is charging the battery complicated or does it require precautions? Charging the battery is just as easy and safe as plugging in a home appliance. Only a few simple steps are required. For the charging process, only the vehicle doors need to be locked and the handbrake applied. Does an electric vehicle require additional maintenance? no The electric drive system does not require any special maintenance. On the contrary: Compared to a vehicle with a combustion engine, an electric vehicle has even fewer wearing parts, which significantly reduces the need for maintenance. Is the carbon footprint of electric cars really smaller? Electric cars run emission-free and therefore do not emit any CO2 locally. But how big is the CO2 backpack of electric cars - i.e. the emissions during the production of the vehicle and the battery? The fact is, the production of vehicles and batteries is becoming more and more sustainable and will be completely CO2-free in the near future