There are a lot of myths about the safety of electric cars. The truth is, their cutting-edge technologies make them as safe as conventional cars for everyday use.
Yes, electric cars use high-voltage systems. However, modern technologies are designed to pose absolutely no risk of electric shock either while driving or recharging.
There are no risks connected with charging in the rain, using a car wash, or even if an electric car is flooded. All electrical components are fully protected to guarantee complete safety.
The risk of fire in an electric vehicle is just as low as in vehicles with internal combustion engines.
Our engineers pay special attention to preventing the energy storage unit from being overloaded. Sophisticated safety technology minimises the risk of electrical or thermal overload.
All of the crucial electric car’s indicators, such as battery temperature, state of charge and other systems, are constantly monitored to ensure maximum safety.
Škoda guarantees the batteries in its electric cars for 8 years or up to 100,000 miles (whichever comes first). For the Enyaq and Enyaq Coupé, the battery capacity is guaranteed not to fall below 70% of its original value during that time. Škoda also guarantees free repairs of any defects in high-voltage batteries over this period.
Unfortunately, accidents happen. However, with our electric cars we aim to ensure maximum safety both for all passengers in our electric cars and for other people on the road.
Our electric car batteries are insulated and placed in the underbody of the car, where they are well protected.
The Enyaq was awarded the highest five-star rating in the Euro NCAP reference test for crash safety.
In the event of a collision, the electrical components in our electric cars are automatically disconnected from the battery in milliseconds.
Because the battery automatically disconnects during a collision, passengers and other people (such as rescue workers) are protected from electric shocks.
Because the battery is placed in the underbody of the car, the battery pack remains undamaged even after body deformation.
Škoda supports special training for firefighters and provides specific information and rescue data sheets to help them to deal with damaged electric vehicles.
