03. Battery life and charging habits

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Does DC fast charging degrade capacity?

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Frequent, high-power DC charging can accelerate cell aging (mainly due to heat and chemical stress). Use it when traveling/when necessary, but for everyday use, AC home charging is gentler.

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Does AC charging “preserve” capacity?

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The moderate power and heat load of AC is more favorable for battery health, so a slower capacity loss can be expected in the long term than if you were to typically charge with DC.

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What kind of “battery hygiene” is recommended?

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Mostly between 20–80% cycle, 100% only before a long trip; avoid extreme cold/heat, precondition the car (if you can), use temperature-friendly modes.

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