EV Tuesdays: Week 11

Week 11: 18th January 2022

Good afternoon our EV Tuesday fans. How are we all doing? Hopefully it will start to warm up soon and the sun will make an appearance!

What a line up we have for you this week. We have tips, groups, podcasts and much, much more. Some weeks we may revisit something we have found useful other weeks it will all be new content! So why don't you put the TV remote down, put your feet up and check out what we have found this week.

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So now is the time to start clicking and get reading, enjoy!

 

1. EV Charge: Charge Your Car

This little app is perfect for those that want to charge their car but not sign up. Just go to this live map, select the charge point you want to use, and you’ll be directed through to a payment page where you can start the charge and then stop it again once you’re finished.

2. EV New Car Info: Car & Driver

Take a look and see what is in production and what is looking to be built. Here is what is expected, and not expected, in the next 5 years. These EVs aren't for sale yet but are in various stages from concept to production—and perhaps a few may never see the light of day.

3. EV Tip: Smooth Driving

A little tip on smooth driving to save your battery.
Simply put, lead-footed driving will drain your EV’s battery at an accelerated rate. It may be tempting to leverage an EV’s immediate torque for quick launches, but it’s more prudent to take it easy when accelerating from a standing start.

4. EV Clip: Melting Snow

There's nothing more satisfying than watching snow melt, especially when it's your car and you need to get in it. Watch this short clip of a Tesla phone app melting the snow off the car before you get in.

5. EV Video: Audi RS3 vs Tesla Model 3 Drag Race

There is always a debate in the pub when you're sat with your mates.....what is faster, petrol or electric. Here is a little video of a drag race between an Audi RS3 and a Tesla Model 3. Which car do you think will win? Our bets are on the Tesla! Click on the link to find out.