Why does this concern persist ?

Because the human factor and the actual technical capabilities of the batteries, under normal driving conditions, are often underestimated at the time of purchase. The announced autonomies are often difficult to reach because driving an electric vehicle is not easy and many factors affect the potential mileage. Depending on the type of driving, the speed, the cold, the air conditioning, the heating or the comfort elements, the announced autonomies can indeed be greatly reduced. Driving in a way that optimizes the battery can be learned.

Indeed, the recovery of energy during braking is a factor allowing you to drive longer. Specifically, when you brake, the car will use the energy of the car to produce electricity and recharge the battery. But, driving on national roads and, a fortiori, on highways does not make it easy to recover energy.

Think about it before you complain!

The best thing to do is to have your employees test the model you are interested in “before you buy” and in real traffic conditions. Include in the test drivers whose usual mileage varies greatly. Realistic GFAs know that you should always go for a model with twice the range of the number of kilometers you drive on a daily basis. Otherwise, you’re headed straight for some painful surprises!

It is clear that we are now witnessing a number of disappointments due to ignorance of these facts.