Glossary / Electrical

high voltage battery

16 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Electric cars use big batteries that can hold a lot of power. These are called high voltage batteries because they run at many volts to make the car move.

Technical Definition

A high voltage battery is a large, powerful battery pack used in electric vehicles to store and supply the electrical energy needed for propulsion and auxiliary systems.

Hear It Discussed

"They're advising you to park that vehicle outside because the high voltage battery may overheat and catch fire."
From Shop Class To Show Time In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 07:09

"I'm not as worried about the high voltage battery. Okay, I'll start there. That's not my biggest concern"
Pickup Trucks, EV Lease Headaches & the Montana Loophole Auto Buyers Guide Podcast 13:46

"...the cell modules installed in the high voltage battery may overheat at high charge levels now..."
103 - Serious issues with BYD Dealership customer service Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars - The EV Podcast 10:28