United States Department of Energy`s electric and hybrid vehicle site operator program. Final report, April 1991--September 1996
Drivers in San Juan County, which, is comprised of islands making for short distances on rural (low speed limits) roads, found that present day electric vehicle technology can work in certain applications. An honest, accurate appraisal of the expectations of the vehicle is essential. When needs and capabilities are able to match up, then successful ownership and operation can occur. Today`s EV technology can accomplish certain driving tasks. Careful, honest analysis what is expected of the car can lead to a rewarding EV driving experience. Providing recharge locations in the community proved essential of the peace of mind of the EV driver. Since heating and air conditioning represent electric loads whose reduces range, a moderate to warm year round climate is best for today`s EV. Also, even limited solar recharging has been determined to improve battery pack life.
- Research Organization:
- Orcas Power and Light Co., Eastsound, WA (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- FC07-91ID13071
- OSTI ID:
- 548692
- Report Number(s):
- DOE/ID/13071-T2; ON: DE98001223; TRN: AHC29724%%94
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 6 Nov 1997
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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