Introduction
Driving an electric vehicle is a great way to save money on gas, reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment. But one of the biggest barriers standing in the way of widespread EV adoption is “range anxiety,” or the fear of running out of power while driving. This can be a particular concern for people who drive long distances or live in rural areas with limited charging station options. Thankfully, advances in battery technology are making electric vehicles less dependent on charging stations by allowing them to go farther on one charge. In fact, Tesla has increased its range by equipping its cars with bigger batteries and Nissan has introduced an LEAF with a 60 kWh battery pack that doubles its range—meaning you’ll have more freedom when it comes time to drive!
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular.
The number of electric vehicles sold in the US has increased from about 1{a5ecc776959f091c949c169bc862f9277bcf9d85da7cccd96cab34960af80885} of all new car sales in 2010 to 5{a5ecc776959f091c949c169bc862f9277bcf9d85da7cccd96cab34960af80885} in 2017. This is a big jump, but it still leaves 95{a5ecc776959f091c949c169bc862f9277bcf9d85da7cccd96cab34960af80885} of cars on the road powered by fossil fuels.
Range anxiety, or the fear of running out of battery on a long trip, has stopped some people from buying electric vehicles.
Range anxiety, or the fear of running out of battery on a long trip, has stopped some people from buying electric vehicles. But there’s no need to worry: Range can be mitigated by charging stations and better batteries.
If you’re worried about range anxiety as an EV driver and don’t want to be caught with an empty battery when you’re far from home–or worse yet stuck in traffic–there are ways to mitigate it. First off, make sure your car has enough juice for all your trips before heading out into traffic! If you know that there are charging stations along your route ahead of time (and lots are popping up), then this should not present much of an issue at all.”
Now, electric vehicles can drive longer between charges than their internal combustion engine counterparts.
Range anxiety is a thing of the past.
In an effort to combat range anxiety, electric vehicles can now drive longer between charges than their internal combustion engine counterparts. This is due to advancements in battery technology that allow for longer driving ranges and improvements in battery technology that will continue to improve range in the future.
Three factors that determine range are battery size, vehicle weight and driving habits.
The three factors that determine range are battery size, vehicle weight and driving habits.
- Battery size: The larger a battery’s capacity (measured in kilowatt hours or kWh), the farther it can travel before needing to be recharged. For example, if you have two cars with identical engines but one has a smaller battery than the other, then it will get fewer miles per gallon because there isn’t enough power for driving at high speeds or accelerating quickly.
- Vehicle weight: Cars weigh more than other types of vehicles because they have steel frames and body panels instead of just plastic shells like golf carts do; this extra weight reduces their efficiency by making them less aerodynamic while increasing rolling resistance on pavement surfaces due to friction between tires and asphalt surfaces
Tesla has increased its range by equipping its cars with bigger batteries, while Nissan has introduced an LEAF with a 60 kWh battery pack that doubles its range.
Range is the distance an electric vehicle can travel before it needs to be recharged. It’s a critical factor for EV buyers and something that automakers are constantly working on improving. Tesla has increased its range by equipping its cars with bigger batteries, while Nissan has introduced an LEAF with a 60 kWh battery pack that doubles its range.
The new LEAF is capable of driving up to 240 miles on a single charge with the new battery pack–more than twice its previous range of 107 miles per charge.
The new LEAF is capable of driving up to 240 miles on a single charge with the new battery pack–more than twice its previous range of 107 miles per charge. The 60 kWh battery pack can be recharged in eight hours using a DC fast charger or about 30 minutes by using an optional Level 2 charger at home or at work.
The LEAF’s increased range is due to several factors: First, Nissan improved efficiency in charging and discharging processes; second, it reduced weight by making body parts out of high-strength steel instead of aluminum (which helps reduce rolling resistance); thirdly, the heating system has been repositioned for better airflow around the cabin; finally, there are more air vents throughout the cabin so passengers stay comfortable even when parked inside garages during hot summer days
An increase in range means more freedom for drivers who want to go farther without worrying about charging stations or running out of power
Range anxiety is a real problem for electric vehicles. It’s caused by the fear of running out of power on a long trip, or not being able to find a charging station when you need it.
The good news is that range is increasing with each new model released by manufacturers like Tesla and Chevrolet. The bad news? You might need more than one car if you want to take advantage of these advances in technology!
Conclusion
Driving an electric vehicle is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and save money on gas. With longer range vehicles becoming available, it’s now easier than ever before to drive without worrying about running out of power while on a long trip. If you’re looking for a way to help the environment while still being able to travel wherever you want without having to stop at charging stations every few hours–this could be just what you need!
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