7 ways to boost your EV range and battery health this winter

The article outlines seven practical strategies to improve electric vehicle (EV) range and battery health during winter, emphasizing the significant impact cold weather has on lithium-ion batteries. Lower temperatures slow battery chemical reactions, reducing capacity and efficiency, while winter driving demands more energy for heating and lighting, exacerbating range anxiety. Key recommendations include parking the EV in a garage and preconditioning the battery and cabin while plugged in to draw power from the grid, thus starting trips with optimal temperatures and a full charge. Using heated seats and steering wheels instead of the main cabin heater conserves energy, allowing for a cooler cabin temperature without sacrificing comfort. Additional tips focus on maintaining proper tire pressure to reduce rolling resistance and improve efficiency, using Eco Mode combined with smooth driving to limit power output and enhance safety on slippery roads, and carefully planning winter routes and charging stops. Planning involves using route tools that account for traffic, temperature, elevation, and road conditions, as well as activating battery preconditioning before fast charging to optimize charging speed. The