Key Highlights
- EV popularity is getting high in India
- Long range EV models have a major demand
- Multiple factors aids with improving range
EV market has been flourishing rapidly across in India with consumers opting for the new eco-friendly mobility solution. Specifically the E2W market has witnessed a massive growth with several startups and existing players joining this race. Considering the charging infrastructure is still evolving, a major chunk of buyers are bent on purchasing electric scooters or cars with longer range. Which brings us to the general battery care and other methods that can help you tackle the range anxiety in summers if you are an EV owner. We are listing down the tips that will help you get the best battery-performance with your E2W or an E4W without paying any additional costs.
Prefer Eco Ride Modes
Selecting a drive mode often takes care of the battery performance without any additional effort. Most of the new-age electric scooters come with multiple ride mode options with the Eco mode being present. Using this specific driving mode will surely aid with optimized battery consumption during rides for a better range delivery.
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Cut Down On Rash/Extreme Driving
Riding or driving your EV at a lower to moderate pace will aid with battery saving rather than speeding it with full throttle. This means avoiding the Sports mode is also advised for the EVs. Excessive speeding and braking throughout the rides will deplete the battery faster making you take frequent stops for re-fills if you are in a longer ride.
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Keep A Check On Tyre Pressure
Tyre pressure definitely plays a significant role with handling the range delivery of an EV. If you are driving your electric scooter or electric car with low tyre pressures, you’ll witness a notable drop in the range delivery. This is why you need to ensure tyre pressure is adequate before you hit the roads.
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Avoid Heat Exposure While Parking
Parking your EV’s strategically can also help get you the best battery performance. If you park your electric scooter or car under direct sunlight or areas with high temperature, there will be an impact on the battery performance. High temperatures are known for affecting the EV battery health, hence parking your EV where it doesn’t get direct heat will extend its battery life and improve performance as well.
