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Can electric vehicles match diesel performance in cold, snowy conditions?
As battery-electric vehicles gain popularity for different uses in transportation, some are wondering if they can perform in the cold and harsh environments that diesel vehicles handle well.
Just as mileage for conventional vehicles depends on several factors, the range for EVs can vary with cold weather, high-speed driving or accessory use, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
Accessory power use for things like heating a vehicle’s cabin can impact the energy consumption and vehicle...
Daily Infographic: Why is winter fuel economy lower?
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3 kinds of weather perilous to driver health
Truck drivers are used to thinking about how weather will affect road conditions on their routes. But drivers should also understand how weather may impact their overall health. They should listen to their bodies and pay attention to official weather alerts for extreme heat, cold and poor air quality.
Excessive heat
Excessive heat can put a lot of stress on a driver’s body. During extremely hot and humid weather, it’s more difficult for the body to cool itself. Body temperature rises, creating...
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More top winter weather driving tips for truckers
Snow and ice are two of the worst conditions that truck drivers can face, and being as prepared as possible can reduce the risks of driving through winter storms. Earlier this month, FreightWaves offered several top winter weather driving tips for truckers. These are some additional, potentially life-saving tips suggested by drivers over the past few years.
Freezing rain
Some truckers say freezing rain is the most challenging and dangerous type of weather to deal with behind the wheel. It can be...
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