Battery-friendly habits (without overthinking)

You don’t need to micromanage your EV to get great range. Most drivers benefit from a handful of simple habits that reduce stress and improve trip reliability.

Keep a practical reserve

A reserve isn’t “wasted battery”—it’s your buffer for wind, detours, traffic, and charger issues. Many drivers aim for 10–15% arrival SOC on routine trips, and more in winter or on unfamiliar routes.

Precondition before departure

If your car supports it, preconditioning warms the cabin and battery for better efficiency and charging performance. Doing this while plugged in is ideal.

Don’t obsess over SOC—use a routine

• Daily driving: Many owners stick to a moderate SOC window.
• Road trips: Charge higher when you need it; efficiency and charger availability matter more than perfection.

Use the calculator to learn your “levers”

The fastest way to get confident is to run a few scenarios in Auto‑Chase and see what moves the needle most for your routes: speed, temperature, or terrain.

This guide is informational and not a substitute for your manufacturer’s recommendations.