The global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

Global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

Some automakers and drivers fear lower battery range in the cold could limit acceptance of electric vehicles at a time when emissions from transportation must go down

Global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

Many electric vehicle batteries lose power when it’s very cold.

Why there's a global race to boost EV range in cold weather

EVs can lose anywhere from 10% to 36% of their range as cold spells come at least a few times each winter in many U.S. states.

The global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

Some automakers and drivers fear lower battery range in the cold could limit acceptance of electric cars, trucks and buses, at a time when emissions from transportation must go down sharply to address climate change.

Global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

TOK, Alaska (AP) — Alaska’s rugged and frigid interior, where it can get as cold as minus 50 Fahrenheit, is not the place you’d expect to find an electric school bus.

Global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather

Testing carried out by companies, agencies and governments show popular EV models can lose roughly 10% to 36% of their advertised range in temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit.