Use this checklist to get to your destination (and back) without any worries!
- Test drive: Test drive your EV beforehand to see the impact of a full car and high temperatures on your range.
- Itinerary planning: Plan your itinerary in advance using an app, like ABetterRoutePlanner or Waze.
- Destination planning: Don’t forget to charge at your destination.
- Charge card: Check that your charge card can be used at the selected charging stations.
- Weight: The lighter you travel, the farther you'll get on a full battery.
- Tyres: Optimal tyre pressure = optimal range.
- Breaks: Charging takes a bit longer than refuelling. But you also need to recharge, don't you? Make the most of those breaks.
- Margin: Always keep a 15 to 20 percent margin on your battery. This will ensure you always get to the next charging station if you encounter problems with the first one.
- Apps: Don't have the right charge card? At most fast chargers, you can pay with your debit or credit card.
- Patience: If your charge card is unresponsive abroad, keep trying.