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Lithium-ion batteries operate with maximum chemical efficiency within a sweet spot of 20°C to 30°C. In North India where temperatures swing from 3°C in January to 48°C in June, thermal management systems consume extra energy to protect the cells.
The Summer Range Penalty (40°C+)
In summer, the vehicle's air conditioner and battery active cooling pumps run at maximum speed. Running the cabin AC at 18°C on full blower consumes 1.5 kW to 2.5 kW of continuous electrical power, reducing driving range by 15% to 22%.
Pre-Conditioning: The Secret to Full Range
While your EV is still plugged into the home charger in the morning, turn on the cabin AC via your smartphone app 10 minutes before leaving. This cools the battery and cabin using grid power without draining your battery range!
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