Reasons for limited power of new energy vehicles

Jan 10,2025

The main reasons for the limited power of new energy vehicles are as follows:

1. Battery management factors: High or low battery temperature: When the temperature of the power battery of a new energy vehicle exceeds the safe range, the vehicle system will automatically activate protective measures to limit the output power of the motor to prevent battery damage. For example, after prolonged high load operation, the battery may generate excessively high temperatures, triggering protective mechanisms. Insufficient power battery: When the battery level is below a certain level, in order to ensure that the vehicle can travel to the nearest charging station for charging, the vehicle system will automatically limit the output power of the motor.

2. Motor and controller failure: Motor or motor controller failure: As a core component of the new energy vehicle power system, the failure of the motor or motor controller will directly affect the vehicle's power performance. For example, a motor controller malfunction may result in the inability to correctly control the output power of the motor, leading to power limitation issues.

3. System protection and safety strategy: Circuit fault protection: The entire vehicle system of new energy vehicles will monitor the vehicle's circuits in real time. Once the system detects a circuit fault, such as a short circuit or open circuit, it will automatically limit the output power of the motor to protect the safety of the vehicle and driver. Motor overheating protection: Under continuous acceleration or high-intensity use, the motor temperature may rise to a certain threshold. To avoid damage caused by motor overheating, the vehicle system will limit the output power of the motor until the temperature drops to a safe range.

There are also some other factors that may limit the power of new energy vehicles, such as:

Vehicle system optimization: Manufacturers may optimize vehicle systems through software updates to balance vehicle range, performance, and reliability. Under certain operating conditions, the system may limit power output appropriately.

Low voltage wiring harness failure: Low voltage wiring harness is an important component of the vehicle's electrical system, and its failure may affect the normal operation of components such as motors, resulting in power limitation.

External factors, such as harsh operating environments or external impacts, may also affect the vehicle system, leading to power limitation issues.

There are various reasons for the limited power of new energy vehicles, including battery management, motor and controller status, system protection and safety strategies, as well as external factors. When encountering power limitation issues, users should promptly check the vehicle status and take corresponding measures.