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10. Pro Tips for Hot Weather EV Driving

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  Your EV can perform just as well in the heat as any other time — with a few precautionary steps, of course. Follow these pro tips to keep your vehicle running smoothly. Summer is here, and with it comes hot weather, extra sunshine and more time spent outdoors. Whether you’re planning to take a cross-country road trip or visit your nearest beach, your EV can get you to your destination in an environmentally-friendly way. However, just because you’re on vacation doesn’t mean that you should forgo taking care of your EV. Warmer weather usually means that you should pay closer attention to your vehicle to keep its battery life healthy and running smoothly. A recent study conducted by AAA found that an EV’s  driving range decreases by 17%  when outside temperatures reach 95°F while air-conditioning is on. So how should you be taking care of your EV as the temperatures go up? Follow these tips to preserve your EV’s battery life. 1. Don’t fast charge when it’s hot out Under no...

9. Tips Every New EV Owner Should Know

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  1. Protect your EV battery by charging it correctly One of the features that many new EV drivers have to get used to dealing with is their EV’s lithium-ion battery. These are made of different materials than the lead-acid batteries that are currently used to run gas-powered vehicles. As such, there are different considerations to keep in mind when charging and using your EV. Monitor the charge of your EV battery If you own a smartphone, you’ve experienced those days where you push the limit of your phone’s battery life. That same mentality should not be applied to your EV. EV batteries usually work best when they are moderately charged, somewhere in the range of 30% and 90% of its capacity. This means that constantly keeping your vehicle at a max or in the red will hurt your battery’s lifespan in the long run. Stop charging your vehicle when it hits 100% When your EV hits 100% charge, it’s best to unplug it. Although it could be tempting to keep your vehicle constantly charging b...

8. What To Look For In Your First EV

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  Before you head to the dealership, what should you look for in your first EV? What kind of EV should you buy? Let's walk through how to find the best EV for you. If you’ve driven around on the highway recently, you may have noticed an increasing number of electric vehicles (EV) on the road. This isn’t a new trend — more and more drivers are buying their first EV. Moreover, the EV market is only set to grow. BloombergNEF predicted in its “Electric Vehicle Outlook for 2020” that “ over half of all passenger vehicles  sold will be electric” by 2040. This is due to a variety of shifting factors — namely better electric batteries, policy pressure and a growing investment from companies in green technology. If you’re ready to join this growing group of EV drivers, you may have a couple of questions before you head to your local EV dealership. What kind of EV should I buy? What qualities should I prioritize in an EV? Is there anything else I should look out for? Together, let’s wal...

7. What does the future hold for EVs?

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  What does the future for EVs hold? Gaze into the crystal ball with us as we lay out general trends in the EV industry. Can you imagine what the future for electric vehicles (EVs) look like? More places to charge your vehicle One of the biggest reasons why some people may be reluctant to switch from a gas-powered vehicle to an EV is due to many potential drivers experiencing range anxiety. Range anxiety, or the fear that an EV will run out of power before their destination is reached, is a major concern for most consumers. In a study conducted by Volvo and Harris Polling,  76% of surveyed drivers  believe that EVs are the future of driving. However, 61% of the same pool of respondents will be more likely to purchase an EV if there are more charging stations widely available. Luckily for them, that want may soon become a reality. President Joe Biden revealed the American Jobs Plan earlier this year, which includes a clause that will build a national network of  500,0...

6. Electic Zone 6: Deals and Reveiws

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  Some interesting reviews about different electric vehicles and accessories are part of the category “Deals and Reviews”. Best 5 Electric car accessories you must own The Best Car Interior Accessories: Why would you wait to get one? NOSMOKE Electric Car – The complete customizable EV from France! Here is the Most Expensive Electric Car to Buy in India The Most Affordable Electric Car in India – Check out the features Commuting with an Electric Scooter Evoke Electric Bike: Everything that you have to know!

5.Electric Zone 5: Electric Vehicle News

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  Some interesting news about the electric vehicle is available in this category of posts. Kia and Amazon make EV home charging easier now! Electric Buses decrement Oil Demand considerably! Electric cars get Green number plates now! Charging Stations Outnumbered Gas Stations in Britain! Maxwell X=57 Electric Airplane – NASA Plans to set e-Airplane Standard Tata Nexon EV is India’s highest-selling Electric Car now From Cars to Planes: Elon Musk’s plan to make Electric Aircraft

4. Electric Zone 4: Electric Vehicle Projects

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  Here you can find a list of posts that would help you to do electric vehicle-related projects. Engineering students, other professionals, etc. can read and do the  projects . Most of the posts would be interesting since they are DIY posts and highly informative. What are Driving Cycles and How to Develop One for Electric Vehicle Simulation? How Do We Develop an Electric Scooter Yourself? Electric Car Battery Modelling and Life Analysis with Super Capacitor 100 Plus Electrical Engineering Research Project Ideas 55 Electric Vehicle Project Ideas that you can do easily 7 easy steps to convert a car to EV using Electric car conversion kit List of 50 electric vehicle projects for Engineering Students

3.Electric Zone 3: Battery and Charging Stations

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  Electric vehicle charging stations charge EVs and make them “Energetic”. Posts related to EV charging are available here. Electric car charging 101: Basics of EV charging Wireless charging for electric vehicles: How convenient it is! Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V) charging: EV as a power source Impact of EV on power utility grid: Positive or Negative? How Do Li-Ion Batteries Work? – Pros and Cons Does it Really Make Sense to Compare Charging Stations and Gas Stations? Nuclear battery for electric cars: Is it really feasible?

2.Electric Vehicle Zone 2: Articles

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  Uncategorized articles about electric vehicles are published under this category. Here you can read a few good blog posts about electric vehicles. My Electric Scooter Experience: How Well Did it Perform? 11 Interesting Facts about Electric Cars: You might probably don’t know Electric Car Fire Hazard: Are Electric Cars Safe in Accident? Electric car conversion companies – Convert your gasoline car to all Electric Does increased EVs demand Smart Charging rather than Fast Charging? How does cold weather affect electric car performance? Do electric cars cause cancer?

1.Electric Vehicles Zone 1: Basics of Electric Vehicles

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Electric vehicles now include cars, transit buses, trucks of all sizes, and even big-rig tractor trailers that are at least partially powered by electricity. 1: Basics of Electric Vehicles Basics of Electric Vehicles: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Classifications How to Calculate Energy Consumption of an Electric Car? What is Regenerative Braking of Electric Vehicle? Theory, Advantages, and Challenges How do electric cars work? BEV, HEV, PHEV in 5 steps Electric Vehicle Glossary: The Complete list of Electric Car Related Terms Electric car 101: Everything to know about EV Battery Management System in Electric Vehicle – The Ultimate Guide