Target Audience
This article is relevant for the following audience:
- TRONITY Driver App | End Consumers (B2C)
This article is not relevant for:
- TRONITY Fleet | Fleet Managers
- TRONITY Driver App | Fleet Participants
- TRONITY Driver App | Logbook Users
Question
How does the battery monitor work?
Answer
The battery degradation information in TRONITY should be understood as an indicator, as we use the battery charges and the calculated range as a basis. Naturally, both are slightly influenced by seasonal changes. However, the overall goal remains, as considering a longer period can provide an indicator of potential battery issues or significant degradation.
The reason for this approach is that we retrieve vehicle data through software interfaces, as we do not have direct access to the Battery Management System (BMS). Data retrieval through a hardware modification (e.g., via OBD2) and direct access to the BMS is, of course, more precise regarding battery degradation information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why don't I see any information for my vehicle on the battery monitor?
The car must be driven for at least 3 months before data is displayed.
Important Notes and Terms
Battery degradation can only be shown for the period during which vehicle data is collected through TRONITY.
Battery Degradation: Battery degradation is the natural, gradual loss of a battery's energy storage capacity and performance over time.
OBD: On-Board Diagnostics, an interface for reading vehicle information.