7 Tips to Enhance the Range of Your Electric Vehicle in UAE

Q: Is electric car insurance mandatory in the UAE?

Yes, you must necessarily have electric car insurance in the UAE if you want to own and drive your vehicle in the country. Failing to do so can lead to fines as well as the confiscation of your vehicle.

Electric vehicles or EVs have made leaps in popularity, with their modern features delivering high comfort, excellent driving, and more. They are also popular as some of the best choices to reduce carbon footprints and tackle the climate crisis, not to mention savings on fuel.

At the same time, EVs have their own set of challenges. One of the most common doubts among potential buyers of electric vehicles in the UAE is concerns regarding their average or range while driving them on the roads. This issue, however, can be easily tackled by being mindful and keeping a few things in mind.

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How to Give a Boost to Your Electric Vehicle’s Range?
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In this article, we will drive through some easy-to-do tips to boost your electric vehicle’s range.

How to Give a Boost to Your Electric Vehicle’s Range?

Without further ado, let’s dive into the steps you can follow to enhance the range of your EV.

1. Make Use of the Regenerative Braking Feature

Most EVs have a regenerative braking system to employ the electric motor as a generator and energise the battery when de-accelerating or brushing the brakes. The resistance, while delivering a braking effect to your car, releases more energy to operate the battery. You can use this electricity generation set-up and boost your EV by adding more distance to its predetermined range.

2. Pre-Condition the EV

A major feature of most electric vehicles is that you can pre-program their heating and cooling programs to adjust the temperature before you enter the car and start your journey. You can, thus prevent the air conditioning system from draining your car’s energy by setting it when the vehicle is plugged in for charging ahead of your journey.

3. Be Considerate with the Battery

Having your car batteries properly maintained and conditioned can also help you extend your EV’s range. Besides ensuring that your car has a good battery, you must also be mindful of battery charging. For this, experts recommend charging the battery near its full capacity before embarking on your journey and avoiding frequent charges.

4. Say No to Speeding

Generally, your vehicle would have to use more energy when you drive it fast compared to regular speeds. Most EVs have a single ratio in the gearbox that makes the motor work harder when you speed up your vehicle. This, in turn, can take a toll on your battery range due to excessive power consumption.

Thus, it is always advisable to avoid over-speeding to boost your EV range and safety while avoiding traffic fines as well.

5. Drive Smoothly

EVs are certainly popular for their appealing torque for immediate launches. However, such hard-acceleration driving can drain your vehicle’s battery at a high rate as well. For this reason, experts recommend accelerating from a standing start to extend your electric vehicle’s range. Similarly, you should be efficient in the usage of the brakes and the throttle to ensure a smooth driving experience and a better range limit.

6. Maintain the Tyres

Having properly inflated tyres can help you achieve a good range – whether it’s a conventional or electric vehicle. Any major deviation from the standard pressure levels can affect the performance of your car and may require the engine to push harder, all of which can decrease the range.

To steer clear of this, you should regularly check your car’s tyres and have the pressure adjusted. This can enhance the range of your vehicle and improve its overall safety as well.

7. Choose a Larger Battery

While you cannot upgrade the pre-built battery cells of your electric vehicle, a few carmakers may offer you the option of selecting a larger battery (compared to the standard one) when you purchase a new or old vehicle.

If you have the option, you can go for the larger battery and have a boost in the range. However, keep in mind that this can also increase the cost of purchase.

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FAQ's

Ans: Yes, you can increase the range of your electric car by preconditioning the system, driving smoothly, maintaining and charging your car properly, and other such methods.

Ans: Yes, your electric car’s range is affected by the speed. Generally, the faster you drive, the more energy your car consumes – this can lead to a quick depletion of the battery and reduce the range.

Ans: Yes, you must necessarily have electric car insurance in UAE if you want to own and drive your vehicle in the country. Failing to do so can lead to fines as well as the confiscation of your vehicle.

Ans: As electric cars are relatively new, it can be difficult to find experts as well as spare parts for their maintenance. Moreover, the cars themselves are costlier than regular vehicles. Consequently, the higher costs related to the purchase as well as maintenance and repair (compared to conventional vehicles) can make electric car insurance more expensive.

Ans: You must check the general range, technological specifications, performance features, safety measures, and other such aspects before purchasing an electric vehicle. It is advisable to extensively assess and compare the best electric vehicles in the UAE before opting for one.

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