10 EV Tips Every New Electric Car Owner Should Learn First

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Did you know that how you charge your EV in the first few months can impact your battery life for years? Being a new electric car owner is exciting, but simple mistakes like charging to 100% daily or ignoring tire pressure can kill your range and waste your time. In this video, we cover the 10 essential rules every new EV driver needs to learn immediately.

We break down the three levels of charging, why you should never use an extension cord, and the "slow charge tax" you pay if you don't precondition your battery. You'll also learn the truth about winter range loss and the "low battery rule" that prevents you from getting stranded.

0:00 - Intro: Avoid these new owner mistakes
0:26 - Tip 1: Stop charging like a smartphone (The Daily Limit)
1:03 - Tip 2: The 3 Charging Speeds (Level 1, 2 & DC Fast)
1:42 - Tip 3: The Hidden Range Thief (Climate Control)
2:16 - Tip 4: Preconditioning: How to charge faster
2:58 - Tip 5: Managing Winter Range Loss
3:30 - Tip 6: The "Boring" Range Boost (Tire Pressure)
4:07 - Tip 7: Public Charging Etiquette & Backups
4:47 - Tip 8: Safety Warning (Extension Cords)
5:21 - Tip 9: Smooth Driving & Regenerative Braking
5:59 - Tip 10: The Low Battery Rule (Avoid Panic)