Electric Vehicle Range Varies Greatly in Adverse Weather Conditions
Electric vehicle range can vary greatly due to a number of factors, most notably the weather. While a recent Los Angeles Times article claims electric vehicle (EV) production will be up 67% in 2014 globally when compared to 2013, owners of these vehicles should know both their attributes and limitations.
The AAA Automotive Research Center recently showed some “cold, hard facts” about the effects of weather on electric vehicle range. Specifically, their range can be negatively affected by as much as 57 percent based on the outside temperatures. Read More