Guide
Can Heat Damage an EV Battery? Risks and Tips
High temperatures accelerate aging and can limit charging power. Here’s how to protect the battery in summer when parking, charging, and driving.
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Mercedes EQA in the ADAC Test: Range, Consumption and Charging
The Mercedes EQA is the brand’s entry-level electric SUV and is closely related to the GLA technically. In the ADAC Ecotest conducted by Germany’s largest automobile club, the EQA 250 with a net capacity of 66.5 kWh achieves around 350 km of real-world range, although there is room for improvement in energy consumption. It also offers 100 kW DC charging, 11 kW AC charging and an interior that remains very much a GLA, with the typical strengths and usability weaknesses of MBUX.
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EV Bargains: 3 New Electric Cars Under €20,000 Reviewed
The market for new cars under €20,000 has become tight in Germany, but EV buyers once again have some real choice. Three all-electric models currently start below that threshold in their base versions: the Dacia Spring, Leapmotor T03 and Renault Twingo E-Tech Electric. We compare their prices, ranges and charging performance to show which model is best suited to which type of everyday use.
Guide
EV Costs per 100 km: How to Calculate Them Correctly
What it really costs you to drive 100 km in an EV depends mainly on the electricity price, consumption, and where you charge. Here is how to calculate it accurately and compare it fairly with combustion-engine cars.