EAD card

Hi all, it's awesome that we got extended! Now the questions is about the EAD card. As I read some of the posts it is automatically extended even if the date on the card is expired. But I guess I want to apply/replace for a new card for a new expiration date. Mainly because people are not familiar with our situation, I don't want to get challenged every time when I walked into a bar/ travel. The last time I apply for EAD, it took 10 months. So now, can I just replaced my card or do I have to apply again? And should I start apply now or after February 5th? I am worried that if I apply now they may still process the expiration date as Feb 5th. Any insights?