EVs vs Petrol Cars in a Heatwave — Which One Handles Extreme Heat Better?

Extreme heat affects every vehicle, but it does not attack every powertrain in the same way. The most visible weakness is not necessarily the one most likely to leave a driver stranded.

Range, cooling, charging and long-term wear all produce different winners. The comparison becomes clearer when short-term performance is separated from mechanical reliability and battery ageing.