GoKawiilReport details which driving habits drain EV batteries fastest
A roundup of findings explains that highway driving, high speeds and hard acceleration drain EV batteries faster than stop-and-go city driving, partly because highway trips offer less opportunity for regenerative braking. Climate control systems, especially heaters, also reduce range noticeably, while infotainment and navigation systems have minimal impact. A 2025 Recurrent study found EV range can drop nearly a third below freezing and about 18% at 100 degrees, with cargo and passenger weight further cutting range.