How to drive new energy vehicles to achieve longer driving range
Make every kilowatt-hour of electricity "fully utilized"
Today, Haowo Heavy Trucks brings you a complete set of energy-saving tips
Help you save energy on your operation route
First, the selection of gears should be taken seriously
Gear selection under different conditions
1. For daily driving, choose automatic gear
Automatic gear operation is simple and the automatic gear strategy ensures that the motor works as much as possible in the high-efficiency zone, which can effectively reduce energy consumption.
2. For empty or light loads, use E mode (economy mode) - the power is gentle, the power consumption is the lowest, and it is suitable for cruising on national highways and flat roads.
3. For heavy loads or climbing slopes, switch to P mode (power mode)
The motor's power is fully unleashed, and when climbing heavy loads, it is effortless.
4. In extreme conditions, use C mode / manual gear
When getting out of a pit or on muddy roads, manually control the speed to avoid the motor idling and power loss.
Second, there are skills in the driving process Driving Skills
1. Smooth Start
The throttle opening should be ≤ 30%. The vehicle starts slowly. The greater the throttle opening during the start, the greater the consumption of electricity. Try to start slowly and increase the throttle gradually to control the throttle opening well.
Note: For safety and energy conservation, do not rush to start when the traffic light is on.
2. Constant Speed Driving
After completing the start-up and acceleration, control the motor speed according to the road conditions. Control the vehicle's movement gently and smoothly using the throttle, rather than letting the throttle drive the vehicle all the time.
Note: The economic speed is 70 km/h.
3. Vehicle Acceleration
Gradually increase the accelerator pedal stroke while accelerating slowly. Keep the throttle at a 30%-50% opening. The vehicle speed steadily increases.
Note: If you press the accelerator pedal too abruptly or too forcefully during acceleration, it will not only increase electricity consumption but also cause accidents.
4. Parking and Waiting for Traffic Lights
When waiting for a red light or queuing at the station: Pull the handbrake - shift to neutral - release the brake pedal. The steering motor will automatically enter sleep mode, reducing energy consumption.
Note: If you park for a long time without shifting to neutral, the steering system will continue to consume power, reducing the range.
Third, braking energy recovery is critical Brake Energy Recovery is Crucial
Try to avoid sudden braking and rapid deceleration while ensuring safety. Applying light braking can maximize the recovery of electrical energy. Effectively controlling brake energy recovery can generally extend the vehicle's mileage by 15% to 20%.
1. Predicting Road Conditions
When it's necessary to slow down, release the accelerator 500 meters in advance and use energy recovery to decelerate.
2. When Applying Brakes
Apply gently, press moderately, and release slowly to avoid wasting energy due to sudden braking.
3. On Long Downhills
Use the highest gear of the retarder, combine with intermittent braking, control the speed, and control the temperature of the brake pads to achieve effective energy recovery.
Note: When the vehicle is empty, avoid using high gears for retardation. Excessive dragging of the motor will consume more electricity.
Driving habits can affect the energy consumption range of the vehicle by up to 30%.
Mastering these energy-saving techniques can help truckers operate more safely and worry-free on the road.
