We are looking to rent an
ECV for the first time this trip. We are looking at the Revo 2.0 Model. What does everyone do in the summer when it rains everyday in WDW? We called the rental company and they told us the ECV can not be in the rain. TIA!!!
The main issue is the electronics, especially in the tiller. You can bring a plastic bag or even a plastic shower cap to cover the tiller quickly while still operating the vehicle. Also avoid any areas with standing water after a rain. Most
ECVs have a low clearance and I have walked through standing water more than ankle deep in some areas of the parks.
The biggest issue in my opinion is having to park the ECV outside a restaurant or attraction where you cannot quickly get it out of the rain. You can ask if they rent rain covers along with the ECV, which is like a poncho for the
scooter. Definitely leave it parked with the tiller covered, and have a towel or washcloth to dry it if necessary (the dry towels can also make sitting on the seat more comfortable in the heat).
Download a reliable weather app and use it to track any potential storms on radar. I use Accuweather most of the time, but all of our local network affiliates (WESH, WFTV, WKMG, WOFL) also have good weather apps. Go indoors if you see a storm is coming (we do this whether using an ECV or not, due to lightning).
We have only used the Disney owned in park rentals, and when I specifically asked them about rain, they said it was not a problem for their models. I still covered the tiller with a bag, just in case.
You might try going to the manufacturer’s website to see if they have the owner’s manual available for download. That would be the best source of info for a particular model.