In a daring test across Finland, volunteers drove 41 electric vehicles (EVs) along a 621-mile route under challenging winter conditions. The results were promising, with most EVs completing the journey in under 14 hours, showcasing an ability to compete with combustion vehicles. The study, known as the Finlandwide Light Vehicles Testing Procedure, highlighted the improved capabilities of modern EVs and the importance of a robust DC fast charging network. With advancements in technology, range anxiety is diminishing, proving that EVs can effectively serve as reliable alternatives to traditional combustion cars for long-distance travel, even in cold weather.
According to the Finlandwide Light Vehicles Testing Procedure, the 41 different EVs completed the 621-mile trip with most finishing in under 14 hours, overcoming winter range challenges.
The test revealed that EVs performed comparably or even faster than combustion cars on long trips in winter conditions, highlighting improvements in both vehicles and charging infrastructure.
Despite winter range decreases, many EVs are viable replacements for combustion cars, aided by expanding DC fast charging infrastructure facilitating long-distance travel.
The Gallup poll indicated Finnish combustion car drivers estimated a 14-15 hour travel time for the 621-mile trip; most electric vehicles beat that.
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