Good call on the voltage tester, honestly didn't even consider that. I'm still a bit skeptical though—seems like EVs should handle minor power fluctuations better? But hey, better safe than sorry... guess I'll toss one in the glovebox too.
Yeah, voltage testers are underrated for sure. EVs are pretty robust overall, but you'd be surprised how sensitive some onboard electronics can get with even minor voltage hiccups. I've seen claims come through where a small fluctuation caused some pricey headaches—usually covered, thankfully, but still a hassle. Tossing one in the glovebox is cheap insurance... plus, it gives you peace of mind, which is priceless when you're stranded roadside at 10pm in the rain.
Voltage testers can definitely save some headaches, but honestly, if you're already stranded at night in bad weather, knowing the voltage might not help much practically. From an insurance perspective, I'd argue that investing in good roadside assistance coverage is even more critical. I've seen plenty of stranded EV drivers relieved when a tow or jump-start arrives quickly—beats fiddling with electronics in the rain any day... Just my two cents though.
Good points about roadside assistance coverage, definitely worth it. But honestly, prevention beats cure every time. I'd say always keep a basic emergency kit handy—flashlight, reflective vest, and a charged power bank for your phone. And if you're really cautious (like me), do a quick check before heading out: battery range, weather forecast, and charging station availability along your route. Old-school habits die hard, even with EVs... better safe than sorry!
Couldn't agree more about prevention, but do you guys think an old-fashioned paper map could still be useful? My phone died once despite having a power bank—lesson learned the hard way... sometimes low-tech backups are lifesavers.
