Go Further on Every Charge

Although electric vehicles look similar to traditional combustion engined vehicles, they're engineered completely differently. From their use of regenerative braking to their charging profiles, electric vehicles offer the luxury of traveling virtually wherever you want to go without being tied to the fuel pump.

However, electric vehicles operate very differently than gasoline power vehicles, and require owners to relearn driving habits to maximize their electric vehicles range. At Gilroy Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, we offer an ever-growing inventory of electric vehicles for you to browse through. However, in addition to our wide selection of vehicles, we also provide insightful tips to help you maximize your driving range.

Let's discover how to maximize your driving range in an electric vehicle, and be sure to browse the inventory of new EVs at Gilroy CDJR for the latest and greatest electrified vehicles from Chrysler Dodge Jeep and RAM.

The Way You Drive Matters

Driving an electric vehicle is truly a riveting experience. Because electric vehicles generate instant torque and use regenerative braking to slow you down, they feature quite different driving experiences then their gasoline-powered counterparts. Here are a few helpful tips help get the most range out of your EV:

Slow Down
Because electric vehicles are so fun to drive with their instant torque, it is often tempting to be heavy-footed and drive at high speeds on the freeway. However, these habits can quickly deplete your battery pack and invite range anxiety on extended road trips. We recommend driving smoothly and slowing down when you can to get the most range out of your battery.

Maximize Regen
Electric vehicles use a regenerative braking system to slow you down. The system captures kinetic energy and transfers power back to the battery pack. When possible, try to coast as much as possible to allow the regenerative braking system to send the most power back to the battery. This helps capture lost energy and extend your battery’s range.

Modulate the Climate Control
Climate control can be a large drain for your battery, especially when trying to cool the cabin on a hot day, or more in the cabin on a very chilly day. One of the fantastic things about electric vehicle charging is that you can precondition the vehicle while plugged in so you don't cause excess drainage on your battery as it tries to acclimatize the cabin.

Looking For a Fearless EV? Consider the RAM 1500 EV

If you're looking for a fearless pickup truck that can handle all of your heavy lifting without ever burning any fuel, consider the Ram 1500 EV. Offering available EV battery sizes, the RAM 1500 EV is capable of tracking and estimated 516 miles on a single charge.

Boasting the ability to tow up to 14,000 pounds, and offering a payload capacity of up to 2,700 pounds, the RAM 1500 EV proves that it doesn't need a combustion engine to do your heavy lifting.

Experience Electric Like Never Before at Gilroy CDJR

At Gilroy Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, we're here for you from the moment you embark on your electric vehicle journey. Whether you're just starting out and you're looking for a thrilling electric vehicle that can keep up with your active lifestyle, or you're looking for a trustworthy service center to keep your vehicle on the road, look no further than go right Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM.

We're located in Gilroy, CA, near Tracy, CA, and Manteca, CA. Stop by today and experience your favorite electric vehicle like never before.