3 Autumn Essentials Every EV Driver Should Have

3 Autumn Essentials Every EV Driver Should Have

3 Autumn Essentials Every EV Driver Should Have

Autumn is almost here. The mornings are getting darker, temperatures are starting to drop, and wet and unpredictable weather is becoming part of everyday driving again.

For electric car owners, now is a great time to make sure your EV and charging setup are ready for autumn and the cooler months ahead.

From checking your EV charging cable, to preparing for journeys, a little preparation can make everyday electric driving much easier.

In this guide, we'll discuss three autumn essentials every EV driver should have.

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1. A Reliable EV Charging Cable

Your EV charging cable is one of the most important accessories you can keep in your car – especially as we head into autumn.

For most modern electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the UK, a Type 2 EV charging cable allows you to connect to compatible untethered home wall-box chargers, workplace chargers, and public AC charge points.

Before cooler weather arrives, take a few minutes to inspect your existing cable.

Things to look out for:

  • Cuts, cracks, or damage to the cable.

  • Excessive wear around the connectors.

  • Dirt, mud, or debris inside the connector area.

  • Damaged components or pins.

  • Signs that the cable has been crushed or driven over.

If you notice significant damage, it's probably time to replace your charging cable.

Find out more in our blog: 5 Signs Your EV Charging Cable Needs Replacing.

Choose the Right EV Charging Cable Length

Autumn is also a good opportunity to ask yourself whether your current cable is actually long enough.

EVwired offers Type 2 EV charging cables in 5m, 7m, 10m, and 15m lengths, giving you plenty of flexibility depending on your vehicle and charging setup.

A shorter 5m or 7m EV charging cable can be ideal for straightforward home charging, where your EV is parked close to the charge point.

For larger driveways, multiple vehicles, or awkwardly positioned public chargers, a 10m or 15m EV charging cable can provide much more flexibility.

A longer cable could prove particularly useful when autumn puddles, fallen leaves, or other parked vehicles make your usual charging position less convenient.

2. An EV Charging Cable Storage Bag

Once autumn arrives, your EV charging cable is much more likely to pick up rainwater, mud, dirt, and leaves while you're charging.

Throwing a wet and dirty cable straight into the boot isn't ideal. That's when an EV charging cable storage bag comes in handy.

After charging, remove any obvious dirt or excess moisture with a dry cloth, loosely coil your cable and place it inside its storage bag.

Doing this can help:

  • Keep your car boot cleaner.

  • Protect your charging connectors.

  • Keep your cable organised.

  • Prevent it rolling around while you're driving.

  • Make your charging equipment easier to carry.

EVwired charging cables include a free premium storage bag, giving you somewhere convenient to store your cable between charging sessions.

3. An Autumn EV Emergency Kit

Our final autumn essential isn't one individual item. It's a collection of useful items worth keeping in your electric car throughout the cooler months.

Autumn weather can be unpredictable, with heavy rain, fog, frost, and darker evenings all making driving more challenging.

Consider putting together an autumn EV driving kit containing:

  • A torch.

  • Warm or waterproof jacket.

  • Umbrella.

  • Screen wash.

  • Ice scraper.

  • Microfibre cloth.

  • Tyre pressure gauge or inflator.

  • Snacks and drinks.

  • Your Type 2 EV charging cable.

  • A portable UK plug EV charger (where appropriate).

You might not need everything for every journey. But when you arrive at an unfamiliar public charge point on a dark and rainy evening, being prepared can make all the difference.

Don't Forget to Check Your Tyres

Your charging equipment isn't the only thing worth checking as autumn arrives.

Wet roads, falling temperatures, and increasingly slippery conditions make good tyres particularly important.

Check your tyre pressures regularly, inspect the tread and overall condition.

Be Prepared for Public EV Charging This Autumn

If you're heading away for an autumn weekend or longer journey, it's worth checking your charging options before setting off.

Rapid and ultra-rapid DC chargers generally have their charging cables attached.

However, many public AC EV charge points are untethered, meaning that you'll need to bring your own charging cable.

Keeping one in your boot means you're prepared whenever you come across an untethered charger.

Get Your EV Ready for Autumn with EVwired

Preparing your electric car for autumn doesn't need to be complicated.

Check your tyres, prepare for darker journeys, and make sure your charging equipment is ready for the months ahead.

EVwired supplies premium-quality Type 2 EV charging cables for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles across the UK, including single and three phase Type 2 charging cables from 5-15m, portable 3-Pin UK plug cables, and Type 1 charging cables.

With UK stock, a 5-year retail warranty, fitment guarantee, free next working day tracked delivery, and UK-based customer support, EVwired makes finding the right charging cable simple.

Because when the rain, darker evenings, and cooler days arrive, charging your EV should be one less thing to worry about.

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