Getting quotes to test/regas my Zoe's air conditioning. One engineer mentioned it takes roughly double the gas (1 kg) compared to similar size petrol car, because it also cools the battery.

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@alex Yikes. When my air-con fails, I shrug, and feel sweaty for the three days per year that is the British summer. When your air-con fails, your car catches fire?

@alex I jest, of course. I assume what actually happens is it loses acceleration, and chargers slower?

@mavit no, the battery will contain thermal sensors. If temps get high the car will reduce performance or go into limp mode.

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