So they claim the ranges at -30°C are proof that WLTP ranges are „unrealistic“? Given that the WLTP procedure specifies 23°C ambient air temperature, I’d say „no shit Sherlock“…
Seems like some jounalists are still absolutely clueless about EVs.
The majority of the cars traveled well over 300km in these freezing temperatures, which in real-world conditions is more than most people will drive in -30° with no chargers.
Lying about the practicality of extreme temperatures are just another way to discount EVs as reliable transportation.
Yes, but new battery techs are coming and will show that range will hardly be affected by the cold, unlike current batteries. Will make a big difference in places like Canada that often see -30C.
So they claim the ranges at -30°C are proof that WLTP ranges are „unrealistic“? Given that the WLTP procedure specifies 23°C ambient air temperature, I’d say „no shit Sherlock“…
Seems like some jounalists are still absolutely clueless about EVs.
It’s clickbait.
The majority of the cars traveled well over 300km in these freezing temperatures, which in real-world conditions is more than most people will drive in -30° with no chargers.
Lying about the practicality of extreme temperatures are just another way to discount EVs as reliable transportation.
I suspect that some journalists are payola’d to write negitive things about EVs
Yes, but new battery techs are coming and will show that range will hardly be affected by the cold, unlike current batteries. Will make a big difference in places like Canada that often see -30C.