What does vehicle range mean?
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Here is an introduction about vehicle range: 1. Concept: Driving range, also referred to as endurance capability, indicates the total distance a vehicle (such as a car or ship) can travel continuously with its maximum fuel reserve. For electric vehicles, the driving range refers to the distance covered from a fully charged state of the power battery until the test ends under standard conditions. It is an important economic indicator for electric vehicles. 2. Calculation method: It is calculated by dividing the remaining fuel in the car's tank by the vehicle's average fuel consumption. Since the average fuel consumption of a vehicle constantly changes, the driving range varies accordingly.
The car's range is the thing I care about most when driving. Simply put, it's how far my car can go on a full tank of gas or a full charge. For example, last time I drove my small car to the suburbs, the display showed a range of 500 kilometers, so I planned my route accordingly. In reality, many factors affect it, such as my driving speed, the number of passengers, whether the air conditioning or heating is on—all these can make the actual distance traveled less than what's displayed. If the weather is too cold or too hot, the car's range becomes even less stable. Gasoline cars are a bit better in this regard, but electric vehicles are especially affected. I think this number is quite important because if the estimate is inaccurate, running out of fuel midway is troublesome—it wastes time and money. Usually, I pay close attention when driving and make it a habit to regularly check the fuel or battery gauge, so I have a better idea of what to expect.
