23/06/2026
☀️🔋 Mobility Scooter Batteries & Hot Weather
With temperatures rising this week, a few simple precautions can help keep your mobility scooter or powerchair batteries performing at their best:
🔹 Charge as normal – Warm weather doesn't mean charging less often. Always recharge your batteries fully after use.
🔹 Keep out of direct sunlight – Whenever possible, park your scooter in the shade or indoors. Batteries and electronics don't appreciate sitting in 30°C+ heat for long periods.
🔹 Allow batteries to cool before charging – After a longer journey, leave the batteries for 15–30 minutes before plugging them in.
🔹 Check protective covers – Summer showers and thunderstorms can appear unexpectedly. Ensure charger ports and tiller covers are fitted properly to prevent water ingress.
🔹 Keep an eye on battery range – Extremely hot weather can affect battery efficiency, particularly if your batteries are older.
🔹 Don't cover chargers while in use – Chargers need ventilation. Avoid placing bags, clothing, or cushions over them during charging.
🔹 Lithium batteries handle heat better – Lithium batteries generally cope with higher temperatures better than AGM or GEL batteries, but they should still never be left in a hot conservatory or vehicle.
The biggest cause of premature battery failure isn't hot weather – it's leaving batteries partially discharged. Keeping them fully charged will help maximise their lifespan.
💡 Hedon Mobility Tip: If your batteries are over three years old and seem to struggle during warmer weather, it may be worth having a professional battery capacity test carried out rather than relying on guesswork.
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