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A Tesla owner says he was locked out of his EV after its 12-volt battery died amid the Texas heat

Business Insider

By Grace Kay

July 2, 2023

A Tesla owner said he was locked out of his Model 3 in his driveway after the 12-volt battery, which powers the car’s smaller functions including windows and doors, died last week amid the Texas summer heat.

The low-voltage battery is not only crucial for powering smaller electronics in the car, but also for charging the EVs main battery pack — and the Tesla can’t charge without it, requiring a jump much like a traditional gas-powered car.

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