3 stories tagged range-extended on EV Digest.
Extended-Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs) are gaining traction as a unique EV powertrain, offering drivers the benefits of electric propulsion without range anxiety. Unlike conventional hybrids, EREVs use a gasoline engine solely as a generator to charge the battery, with electric motors always driving the wheels.
Facing consumer range anxiety and the need for greater practicality, some automakers are exploring extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs). These vehicles couple a battery-electric drivetrain with an onboard gasoline generator, offering EV benefits with the flexibility of gasoline for longer journeys.
A UK-based journalist reassesses driving style with a Leapmotor C10 Range-Extended EV, questioning whether maximizing efficiency always requires conservative speeds. Observing another C10 EREV driven spiritedly, the author experimented with faster motorway cruising to gauge its impact on range and overall driving experience. This personal account delves into the practicalities of balancing performance and economy in an EREV in real-world conditions.
