Cold weather is something of a double-whammy though – not only do lower temperatures affect the chemistry of EV batteries, you’re also more likely to use the heating, which is a further drain on the battery.
A recent independent test in Norway, known as El Prix and carried out by the Norwegian Automobile Foundation , found that the best-performing model was the HiPhi Z, a Chinese car which is only just beginning to arrive in Europe. The Z’s WLTP claim is 555km on one charge, and NAF found that in temperatures of between -2 and -10 degrees, it would still provide 522km. also performed well, coming third overall in the test .
And, if you’re getting chilly on a long drive, try using the heated seats and steering wheel before turning up the fan, as these systems work at a lower voltage and don’t drain the main battery as much as heating up the entire cabin.Driving an EV on snow is like driving any other car – select a winter- or eco-driving mode, and go carefully. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images
In some ways, however, EVs can actually be better in snow than conventional cars. That extra weight which EVs tend to carry can aid traction on slippery surfaces, while many models come with the option of two-motor, four-wheel drive variants. EVs can also transmit power to the tyres more carefully and precisely than a combustion engine.EVs deal with deep water so much better than a conventional petrol or diesel engine.
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