Electric vehicles are becoming a common sight across South East London, and breaking down in one comes with a few extra considerations compared to a petrol or diesel car.
Running out of charge isn’t the same as running out of fuel
You can’t just carry a can of electricity to the roadside. If your EV runs flat, it needs to be recovered on a flatbed to a charging point or your home — towing an EV with its wheels on the ground can damage the motor and regenerative braking system.
It Might Just Be the 12V Battery
EVs have a smaller 12V battery alongside the main traction pack, and it’s this one that can leave the car completely unresponsive if it goes flat – even with plenty of range left. Our team carries jump start kits suited to EVs and can often get you powered back up on the spot across South East London, without needing a full recovery.
Not every recovery truck can handle an EV safely
Standard tow trucks and dollies aren’t designed for the weight and drivetrain of an electric vehicle. Look for a recovery service with proper flatbed equipment and drivers trained in high-voltage safety procedures.
Can You Jump Start an Electric Vehicle?
Many EVs still have a 12-volt battery that runs the locks, screens and start-up systems. If that small battery goes flat, the car can appear completely dead even with plenty of charge in the main battery. A careful jump start of the 12V system can often solve it. Our jump start service and EV recovery cover Greenwich, Woolwich and South East London, 24/7.
What to do if your EV stops responding
Pull over safely, put your hazards on, and avoid touching any exposed cabling or damaged battery casing after a collision. Call for EV-safe recovery rather than attempting to restart or move the vehicle yourself.
Recovery Car provides EV-safe flatbed recovery across Greenwich, Woolwich, Plumstead, Peckham and the rest of South East London, 24 hours a day.
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