# Why your EV battery still loses charge while it's parked

- Source: Engadget
- Published: 2026-10-24T23:00:00+00:00
- Category: Tech
- Original: https://www.engadget.com/2292646/ev-battery-why-it-loses-charge-when-parked/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/why-your-ev-battery-still-loses-charge-while-it-s-parked-672c70/

Electric vehicles lose battery when they're left unused for long periods. There are a number of reasons why, and some might be totally out of your control.

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