Driving an electric car will inevitably change the information you need to keep track of while driving: inside the instrument panel there will not be the classic tachometer, but rather the voltmeter or the instantaneous energy consumption indicator. Also, for those driving an electric car it will be essential to monitor the range of their car: all cars have a clearly visible remaining range indicator. Finally, driving style graphs are very useful: through this data it is possible to understand when you are carefully driving and when you are consuming more than you should.

When driving an electric car, it is paramount to always mind the level of autonomy, which is why it is relevant to know that the use of heating and air conditioning are among the main contributors to lower autonomy. In fact, both systems are powered by absorbing the energy needed for their operation from the same car’s battery. However, it is crucial to moderately use heating and air conditioning so as to reduce energy consumption and keep the car’s range high.

Electric cars do not require excessive use of the brake. In fact, thanks to the kinetic energy recovery system, the car slows down sharply simply by releasing the accelerator. Thus, the brake pedal can be used only for the final stop, while to slow down, simply lift your foot off the accelerator. In addition to providing a smoother and lighter ride, the kinetic energy recovery system promotes less brake consumption and a safer braking system.