Can we rely on the Chetak 2903 TecPac's battery in extreme Indian weather conditions?

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India has very different weather conditions like summers are hot, monsoon rains and in some places there are winters. Extreme temperatures and humidity levels can have an influence on how well electric vehicle batteries perform and last. Chetak 2903 TecPac has a lithiumion battery which is generally sensitive to temperature fluctuations. How does this battery perform in real world Indian conditions? In very hot or cold weather are there significant range or performance drops? What about long term battery health and degradation with time? How is Bajaj’s battery warranty and service support better than other Electric Scooter manufacturers in India?

@sana-ifran · Accepted Answer

The battery is IP67 rated, so I have no fear of wet weather during the rainy season. I got through some pretty heavy downpours with no problems.

@saurabh-ka · Answer

I've also seen the charging time increase a bit in extreme temperatures (hot and cold). If you’re in a hurry, this is something to keep in mind.

@manish-sah · Answer

Battery warranty is for 3 years, which is pretty standard, but Bajaj has a service network, which gives me more confidence than some newer EV startups.

@varun-shar · Answer

It’s still a question mark as to long term degradation. After 18 months mine’s still holding up well, but I’m curious to see how it does after 3-4 years.

@kapil-devs · Answer

Thermal management seems decent for Bajaj. I've tried other EVs that get hot as hell when parked in direct sunlight, but the battery doesn't get nearly as hot.

@pranshu-mi · Answer

In my experience, cold weather affects the range more than heat. On really chilly mornings I lose about 15 20% range.

@kalika-dub · Answer

The monsoon season is tricky. The battery is supposedly waterproof but I’m always a little nervous riding through flooded streets. No issues so far though.

@rajat-manc · Answer

I’ve had mine for a year now and the battery seems to handle the heat well. Peak summer drops a slight range but nothing dramatic.

Can we rely on the Chetak 2903 TecPac's battery in extreme Indian weather conditions?

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