What does SOC mean on the dashboard of a new energy vehicle?
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SOC, the full name is State of Charge, which refers to the battery's state of charge, also known as the remaining power. It represents the ratio of the remaining dischargeable power of the battery after a period of use or long-term storage to the power in a fully charged state, usually expressed as a percentage. Advantages of new energy vehicles: 1. Fuel energy saving: They generally use natural gas, petroleum gas, hydrogen, or electricity as power sources. 2. Reduced exhaust emissions, effectively protecting the environment: Electric vehicles do not produce exhaust and have no pollution. Hydrogen-powered vehicles emit water as exhaust, which is non-polluting to the environment. Because they are essentially zero-emission, they are also exempt from traffic restrictions based on license plate numbers. 3. High efficiency: New energy vehicles generally adopt new technologies and structures, making them more efficient.
SOC on the dashboard of a new energy vehicle refers to the State of Charge of the battery, simply put, it shows how much power is left in your car's battery, displayed as a percentage. I remember when I first drove a new energy vehicle, I had no idea what SOC was. The number on the dashboard dropped from 100% to 20%, and I foolishly kept driving, only to run out of power halfway, almost causing a delay. Later, a friend explained the importance of SOC—it lets you know how much battery is left, helping you plan your trip and charging. Now when I drive, I keep an eye on this number. For example, when it drops to 50%, I start thinking about finding a charging station to avoid suddenly running out of power. Especially in winter, the battery drains faster, and when the SOC is low, the vehicle might limit its speed, so extra caution is needed. After forming this habit, driving feels much easier.
