🚀 TOP-RANKED ECO-DRIVING TIPS (BIGGEST RANGE GAINS)

1️⃣ Maintain a stable speed (70–95 km/h sweet spot)

• The single most important factor for range.
• Aerodynamic drag explodes above 100–110 km/h.
• Dropping speed from 120 → 100 km/h can save 15–25% energy.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Largest)

2️⃣ Use regenerative braking smartly

• “One-pedal driving” maximizes recovery – especially in town
• Look far ahead and release early so regen slows you down instead of friction brakes.
• Avoid sharp braking → wasted energy.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

3️⃣ Gentle acceleration — avoid power spikes

• High kW bursts drain the battery quickly.
• Accelerate smoothly up to cruising speed.
• Many EVs show energy usage in real time; keep it in the “green zone.”

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

4️⃣ Optimize tyre pressure

• A 5–10% drop in pressure can cost up to 3–6% range.
• Check monthly, especially in cold climates.
• Use manufacturer-recommended or +0.2 bar for max efficiency.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

5️⃣ Remove unnecessary weight & drag

• Roof boxes, bike racks, winter wheels = range killers.
• A roof box can add 10–20% extra consumption.
• Remove items in trunk (tools, gear, etc.).

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

⚡ MEDIUM-IMPACT TIPS

6️⃣ Pre-heat or pre-cool while plugged in

• Saves battery during the drive, crucial in Nordic winter.
• Reduces initial high HVAC load.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

7️⃣ Use ECO drive mode

• Softens throttle, reduces HVAC power, and often limits peak power.
• Helps maintain smooth driving style.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

8️⃣ Moderate cabin heating & cooling

• Heat pumps help, but HVAC is still a top consumer in winter.
• Drop cabin temp 1–2°C and use seat + steering wheel heating instead.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐☆

9️⃣ Plan ahead with smart navigation

• Use EV-optimized nav (Tesla, Google Maps EV, ABRP).
• Avoid steep routes, heavy traffic, and unnecessary detours.
• Combine trips so the battery stays warm.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐☆

🔎 LOWER-IMPACT BUT STILL USEFUL

🔟 Keep the battery warm (don’t start cold-soaked)

• A cold battery reduces regen and efficiency until warmed.
• Parking in a garage or pre-heating helps winter range by 5–15%.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐

11️⃣ Coast when possible (if your EV supports low-regen mode)

• Coasting is more efficient in certain conditions (light traffic, gentle downhill).
• Many drivers mix coasting + regen depending on traffic and hills.

Impact: ⭐⭐⭐

12️⃣ Use cruise control (except on steep terrain)

• Reduces micro-acceleration energy waste.
• On rolling hills, manual modulation can outperform cruise control.

Impact: ⭐⭐☆

13️⃣ Keep software & tyres up to date

• EV firmware updates often improve efficiency.
• Low-rolling-resistance tyres matter if max range is the goal.

Impact: ⭐⭐☆

🏆 SUMMARY – THE MOST IMPORTANT 5

If you only remember five things, these matter most:

1. Drive 90–100 km/h instead of 110–130
2. Use regen early — avoid friction brakes
3. Smooth acceleration, no power spikes
4. Correct tyre pressure
5. Remove roof box + extra weight

These five alone often give 10–30% extra range.

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