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Comparing NMC and LFP batteries in EVs

Battery chemistry determines how you should be using and charging the EV.

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Do a pre-purchase inspection before buying a used car

An in-depth pre-purchase inspection can include looking at the engine’s internals to know if it is in good condition.

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Consider typical commute, weather conditions and treadwear life when choosing the right tyre

Distance travelled per trip, environment and the travel route are parameters that one should consider when selecting tyres.

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Is fast charging bad for an EV?

Good charging habits include using slow chargers where possible and avoid running the EV until it goes completely flat.

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Window tinting: Go dark to stay cool

A vehicle inspector using a tint meter to measure the amount of light passing through a car window.

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Modifying a car with wider or larger tyres may affect performance

Ensure that the wider tyres do not compromise the car’s suspension and steering functions.

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Some EVs can travel 1,300km before recharge due to fuel-powered engine acting as range extender

The Li L9 has a small generator to charge the batteries, enabling the extended range EV to travel 1,370km before it needs to be plugged into a wall charger.

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Connecting kilowatt to an EV’s power and charging speed

The higher the kilowatt, the faster energy is consumed or produced.

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Simulated gear shifts in EVs provide zero performance advantage over regular driving mode

Hot EVs like the Hyundai Ioniq 5N use simulated gear changes to capture the driving thrills of combustion engine cars.

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Shift-by-wire technology uses electrical signals to select gears in cars

The gear lever in many modern cars is likely connected to an electrical switch, rather than mechanically linked to the transmission.

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