Recent content by BlueThinker

Dang, I forgot to post the results. It was actually 117 miles length. I stopped the car at the top floor of the Hilton Regency parking garage near to the convention center. The battery had 35 miles remaining. One way, no stop. I was very impressed, even my friend's father couldn't believe...

I couldn't be sure if the loud music would drain the battery faster. I read all of the recommended ways to save energy: correct tire pressure, no A/C, close windows, coasting, etc. I haven't read anyone mentioning about not using a CD music. Wouldn't adjusting volume reduce battery usage...

About checking PSI for tires, shouldn't the Tire Pressure Monitor system showed up warnings if the PSI is low?

How do you coasting for a flat surface? This is what I discovered my technique: holding the accelerator until you reach to the maximum speed limit (like 65MPH in a highway). You remove your foot from the accelerator at 65MPH. You're coasting until you see 59MPH, then hold your foot on the...

6.6 m/kwh is impressive. The best I could do was 6.2 m/kwh in a city commute. For driving a highway, that is what you need to use D2-D3 frequently to slow down for a traffic. Have you tried that before?

Not bad idea. After 60 miles, if the range is sufficient, then I would probably be confident to finish the trip without a break.

Sounds good. Why not going for ECO+? I plan to commute in the night when there is almost no traffic, so I don't need to use the A/C.

The road is expectedly to be flat. What is your technique for coasting on a flat highway?

Yes, my car has the Fast Charger. I looked for a DC-combo charger through the Chargepoint website, but it's not available in the Dixon area. However, there is one free Lvl 2 charger at a VW dealer near Vacaville. I think there is a good chance that I would make it without stopping. Thank...

I drive 2017 SE e-Golf with 160 miles range capacity. If I drive in a highway nonstop for 115 miles at 65 MPH, from Peninsula up to Sacramento, would I expect to see 35 miles left at the final destination? If not, what is your suggestion to stop for re-charging? Any advice how to maximize...