Driving an electric car is a very simple process, but it implies doing it more calmly to avoid unnecessary energy expenditure that reduces autonomy. Following some simple efficiency guidelines will allow us to scratch a few kilometers in case our autonomy runs out.
If you are one of those who drive quietly, you have the utmost respect for the environment, electric cars meet these criteria. They are designed to offer very generous and immediate performance, at the throttle with instant accelerations, but also equipped with a system to manage the best use of battery power.
With a single speed gearbox, the new electrics practically are driven with just the accelerator pedal, since it is enough to release it so that the electric motor retains and the energy generated is stored in the battery, which serves to power electrical and comfort systems, having more energy. And the new IONIQ 5 is one of them, a model that offers a very attractive design, a large interior space and high power in different versions, with a maximum range of up to 500 kilometers.
The driving modes make the most of the autonomy of the electric ones
The electric ones also have an advanced system of energy regeneration through retention, which can be gentler or more aggressive depending on the level we select, a function that is also available in the “ECO” driving modes. In fact, ways like the “Eco +” is specially designed for when autonomy is reaching critical levels without a charging point in sight and you need to save as much battery as possible.
In this way, the battery can be recharged by compensating for the energy consumed on journeys. The heat pump extracts the heat generated by the battery, electric motors and power electronics during operation, transforming itself to heat the passenger compartment, reducing extra energy use. It’s interesting switch off the air conditioning once the temperature is reached to maximize battery electricity.
A quiet driving style helps maximize range
A series of interesting functions that will make it possible to extend the maximum autonomy by a few kilometers, and to which the design routes to a destination, avoiding the mountain passes or the most congested roads. Navigation systems do this by searching for routes that have charging points. It’s interesting switch off the stationary air conditioning when the interior is very cold or very hot, as the previous air conditioning consumes a large amount of energy.
When the system tells us that the autonomy is running out, it is advisable to turn off the comfort and infotainment systems, which is not essential for driving. What’s more, sudden accelerations that consume energy should be avoided. In this way, we can make sure to scratch a few kilometers.