How Far Can the WM Motor with 400km Range Actually Drive?
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According to comprehensive working conditions, the range is 303 kilometers, but in actual usage, it can reach up to 250 kilometers. Here are some related introductions: 1. WM Motor (WM-Motor) was established in 2015 and is headquartered in Shanghai, China. The company name is derived from the German term for world champion, and it is a new domestic provider of new energy vehicle products and mobility solutions. Since its inception, WM Motor has established a clear "three-step" development strategy for the group: to be a popularizer of intelligent electric vehicles; to become a data-driven intelligent hardware company; and to grow into a service provider for a new smart mobility ecosystem. 2. New energy vehicles: New energy vehicles refer to vehicles that use unconventional vehicle fuels as power sources (or use conventional vehicle fuels with new on-board power devices), integrating advanced technologies in vehicle power control and driving, resulting in vehicles with advanced technical principles, new technologies, and new structures.
I've been driving a WM Motor electric vehicle with a claimed range of 400 km, but the actual experience varies. For daily urban commuting at moderate speeds without air conditioning, it can reliably cover around 360 km. However, when driving on highways with aggressive acceleration or using the heater, power consumption spikes significantly, reducing the range to about 300 km. Recently, with colder weather, battery efficiency has dropped further, making long trips require careful charging planning. I recommend maintaining speeds between 60-80 km/h in eco mode to conserve more power, as range reduction is quite common.
Regarding the 400 km range claim for the WM Motor, technically speaking, that parameter is based on ideal test conditions. Actual driving range is significantly affected by various factors. In urban driving with frequent braking, starts, or idling at red lights, energy regeneration is less efficient, reducing the range to around 340 km. On highways at speeds exceeding 100 km/h, increased aerodynamic drag consumes more power, and with the air conditioning running at full capacity, the range can drop to 280 km. Vehicle load is also crucial—carrying a full load of passengers or cargo can increase energy consumption by 5%-10%. To extend the range, maintaining proper tire pressure through regular maintenance and avoiding sudden acceleration are key.