More efficient EVs could be the key to less expensive electric cars and cleaning up the environment.

In a new white paper, the group notes that boosting efficiency allows for smaller battery sizes, which in turn cuts costs. Most EVs average 2.5 miles per kwh, according to the paper, but the Tesla Model Y averages 3.5 miles per kwh. That’s a 40% increase which, assuming similar range, allows for a 40% reduction in battery size that’s worth up to $4,800 in cost savings, the ACEEE reasons.

  • cron@feddit.org
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    2 months ago

    The Aptera looks very interesing and futuristic. I’m not sure that this car will find enough buyers though…

      • cron@feddit.org
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        2 months ago

        It looks so cool, would really love to try it. But if I’d buy an EV, it would probably be something like the Citroen E-C3, starting at 25.000€.

        • Domi@lemmy.secnd.me
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          2 months ago

          That’s a pretty good price for 44 kWh. Efficiency is not the best and it shows that they used the same base as for their combustion engine cars. Looks like a solid car if the range is enough for somebody.