What is Driving Range?
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It refers to the maximum distance a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel at an economical speed. This is an estimated figure provided by the vehicle's instruments based on certain standards and calculations, and may not be entirely accurate. Below is relevant information about driving range: 1. New Energy Vehicles: The maximum battery-supported driving range refers to the farthest distance the vehicle can travel in pure electric mode relying solely on the battery's charge. The battery in a new energy vehicle is the key component of the entire power system, providing electricity for the whole system. However, limited by materials and technology, the driving range provided by the battery is restricted. 2. Hybrid Vehicles: The maximum battery-supported driving range is relatively short, generally not exceeding 10 kilometers, while pure electric vehicles have a much larger maximum battery-supported driving range, capable of reaching hundreds of kilometers.
After driving many cars, my most direct understanding of range is: how far the car can go after a full tank of gas or a full charge. It's as important as the battery percentage on a phone, especially on long trips. My experience is that the official figures are measured under ideal conditions, and real-world usage usually gives you 70-80% of that. For example, using the heater in winter, the AC in summer, or frequent braking and accelerating in traffic can all reduce the range. Once, I drove an electric car to the suburbs with a displayed range of 500 km, but with the AC and music on, it only went 380 km before the warning light came on. So now I always leave a 50 km buffer to avoid being stranded. When choosing a car, besides looking at the official data, I also check owner forums for real feedback.
