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Batteries on wheels: Electric cars may save power grid, if drivers let them. November 21, 2024. 12 comments. Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson. Electric vehicles could put strain Australia's energy networks, or they might save them: It will be up to motorists to decide which path the nation takes, experts say. EV News.
Tesla Model 3 RWD or AWD: Are longer range and more power …
Jan 18, 2022 · Currently, the basic variant is $59,900 before on-roads, while the Long Range starts at $73,200 and the Performance starts at $84,900. Drive away, the basic variant rolls out the door (or rather, off the boat) for between $62,000 and $66,000 depending on which state you live in, whereas the Long Range costs from $75,000 to $80,000.
Debunking the 80/20 limits on EV battery charging: More ... - The …
The other reason for only charging to 80% is when you’re at a DC fast-charger. The physics of battery charging is that the time for an EV battery to charge from 0% to 80% is very roughly the same as it takes to go from 80% to 100%. (LFP chemistry batteries start slowing at slightly higher percentages, but the effect is much the same: DC ...
Why Tesla's move to 48-volt electrical architecture is an industry …
Mar 20, 2023 · The 48-volt electrical architecture presents new challenges to reduce complexity and increase safety, but Tesla’s adoption of this technology in the CyberTruck marks a significant step forward for the auto industry. With their vertical integration, manufacturing capabilities, and corporate structure, Tesla is uniquely positioned to design and ...
To EV or not to EV? A clear cost analysis between electric vehicles …
Feb 2, 2023 · Source: Mac Bryla. As illustrated in the chart above, petrol cars need almost five times more energy than electric cars to travel the same distance. Electric vehicles are very efficient, 95% of the energy is used to move you forward, and only about 5% is lost to heat and friction. Petrol cars, on the other hand, use only 20% of the available ...
EV News Australia and around the world - The Driven
2 days ago · EV News. 6008 posts. The most-read and trusted website tracking EV news Australia. Read the latest in Australia’s shift towards electric mobility, here and globally. As the world increasingly turns to electric vehicles, we will make sure you have access to all the biggest stories in EVs. More importantly, read about topics like policy ...
Are EVs really much heavier than their ICE equivalents? - The Driven
ICE and BEV mass in equivalent models (Data: manufacturer specification sheets) As shown by the above table, full electric versions are only around 10% to 15% heavier than their direct ICE equivalent. This could hardly be described as a ‘massive’ difference. Furthermore, if your driving needs are mainly short commuter-style trips, choosing ...
The new wave of Chinese electric cars: Here is what to expect in 2024
Source: cnevpost. Over in the UK, the smart #1 is priced from £35,950 which is similarly priced to the BYD Atto 3 which starts at £37,695. A pricing comparison shows that both of these cars are priced under the Tesla Model Y which starts at £44,990.
New Model 3 Performance test drive: Better ride and value, from …
Wheels on the new Model 3 Performance are 20 inches in diameter like the previous model, although they are now staggered with 235/35 profile tyres on the front and 275/30 on the rear for better traction out of corners. The forged performance wheels are fitted with Pirelli P Zero 4 tyres which feature lower rolling resistance for better range.
BYD officially launches Seal 06 GT, electric hot-hatch with faster …
Oct 19, 2024 · Charging these packs will take 20 minutes from 30% state-of-charge (SOC) to 80%. Previously, the Sealion 07, BYD’s Tesla Model Y-sized EV, has been showcased to have charging speeds of 10-80% in just 25 minutes, so it’d be interesting to see if the Seal 06 GT gets closer to that, given it shares the same e-platform 3.0 Evo architecture.