Should the Energy Recovery in New Energy Vehicles Be Turned On?
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New energy vehicle energy recovery systems can only be used during deceleration or braking processes and require certain conditions to achieve energy recovery. Moreover, the amount of energy recovered is minimal, so it is not always necessary to turn it on. Additionally, it is advisable to use coasting energy recovery as much as possible. Only when the deceleration provided by coasting energy recovery is insufficient to meet the deceleration requirements should braking energy recovery be employed. There are two methods of energy recovery in new energy vehicles: 1. Braking Energy Recovery: This process involves recovering energy by pressing the brake pedal. 2. Coasting Energy Recovery: This process involves recovering energy by controlling the accelerator pedal (without pressing the brake pedal) to a certain opening degree.
As a long-term commuter driving a new energy vehicle, I always keep the energy recovery function on. At first, the sudden deceleration when releasing the accelerator felt abrupt and took some getting used to. But after persisting for a few days, I found the control to be more precise. In city traffic jams, it automatically recovers energy, boosting range by at least 15%, reducing my charging frequency and saving both money and hassle. Not to mention it extends brake pad life and cuts maintenance costs. I recommend beginners try it at medium intensity—once accustomed, the driving experience becomes much smoother. Not using it wastes precious electrical energy, which is a real shame. Remember to set it to low intensity on slippery roads for safety, but keeping it on normally is definitely a wise choice. In short, it has become a standard feature in my daily driving.
