Electric driving in winter - 9 tips

Preheat the car while it’s still connected to the charging station. This way, the car gets nice and warm without using the battery. You can easily set this via the app or the menu of the car. And if it has been freezing, the windows are also immediately ice-free. Very handy.

Heating the whole car isn’t very efficient. You’re better off using the seat heating. It heats up quickly, the direct heat feels pleasant, and it costs less energy. This way, you can save up to 25% of the battery.

Frost can cause the charging cable to get stuck. Therefore, keep the car’s plug connector and charging cable as dry as possible. Is the charging cable frozen anyway? Instead of using hot water, use a dry hot water bottle.

The colder it gets, the lower the range. Once on the road, you don’t want to be surprised by a dead battery. Therefore, make sure there is always a charging cable in the car. So, you can charge anytime, anywhere.

Is your battery running dangerously low? If so, use as little electronics as possible. It might not be fun but turn off the radio and heating. This will save you a few extra kilometres of electricity.

Winter tyres provide more grip on the road and therefore less energy loss. This will allow you to drive for longer distances. Make sure you have good tyre pressure, otherwise this will have the opposite effect.

Do you know how many kilometers your electric car can drive in winter? It is wise to check this in advance (online). The EV database is a useful tool, it shows the expected maximum range under different conditions.

With Milo, our handy travel app by your side, help is always nearby. Need to charge on the go? Milo will show you the nearest locations where you can charge or fast charge, including availability. A safe and secure feeling.

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