minivini
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Ok, I did a search of topics and couldn't find what I was looking for specifically, so I apologize if this is redundant.
Picked up our 2012 SL (21,700 miles) Friday afternoon. I currently have only the standard level one charger. Drove it around town all weekend, keeping it on the charger when not in use.
First concern - the estimated range never exceeds 70 miles. It drops rapidly after starting out. I attribute some of this to being a new EV driver, but I'm also a little concerned about capacity degradation.
Jump to today. I made my first bi-weekly commute of 42 miles. It's a mix of city and highway driving; roughly 50/50. I BARELY made it to the level 2 charger I'm using. Rolling hills, nothing steep. No climate control or lights. Radio was on. Car was showing "Charged" when I left home.
My obdii reader arrives today. I already downloaded Leafspy Pro to check my battery health, and will try that tonight, but surely there's something I'm missing? I didn't expect long distances, but is less than 45 miles a common experience?
What normal driving tips should I employ while making my occasional commute aside from the obvious (more stuff on uses more battery)?
Thanks, and cross your fingers that I make it home tonight! I have a little more elevation gain returning than getting here!
Picked up our 2012 SL (21,700 miles) Friday afternoon. I currently have only the standard level one charger. Drove it around town all weekend, keeping it on the charger when not in use.
First concern - the estimated range never exceeds 70 miles. It drops rapidly after starting out. I attribute some of this to being a new EV driver, but I'm also a little concerned about capacity degradation.
Jump to today. I made my first bi-weekly commute of 42 miles. It's a mix of city and highway driving; roughly 50/50. I BARELY made it to the level 2 charger I'm using. Rolling hills, nothing steep. No climate control or lights. Radio was on. Car was showing "Charged" when I left home.
My obdii reader arrives today. I already downloaded Leafspy Pro to check my battery health, and will try that tonight, but surely there's something I'm missing? I didn't expect long distances, but is less than 45 miles a common experience?
What normal driving tips should I employ while making my occasional commute aside from the obvious (more stuff on uses more battery)?
Thanks, and cross your fingers that I make it home tonight! I have a little more elevation gain returning than getting here!