Why your EV still loses charge while parked

Parked EVs losing charge is a topic that matters well beyond the driveway. Engadget's latest piece explains that electric vehicles can lose battery when they sit unused for long periods, and that there are several reasons behind it. Some of those reasons sit outside the owner's control, which makes the issue relevant to anyone designing, selling, servicing or planning around EV fleets. For product teams, it highlights that idle battery behaviour is part of the real-world experience, not just a lab figure. For drivers and fleet managers, it is a reminder to think about storage and usage patterns, not only range. Understanding these basics is becoming a practical skill across the automotive and energy sectors.