Finding the perfect Electric Vehicle (EV) or Plug-in Hybrid can be a challenge. Between buggy software and inflated manufacturer range claims, buyers often face confusion. While the UAE is one of the best countries to own an electric car due to its abundant charging network, relying solely on public infrastructure can still lead to range anxiety—or worse, getting stranded and needing a recovery truck. Here is the real-world guide to EV range and battery maintenance that dealers won't tell you.

The "Safe Range" Rules 

Driving an EV is not like driving a gas car; you can’t just stop at any station instantly. To avoid spending more time charging than driving, follow these usage rules based on a standard EV with a 350km real-world range: If you have a Home Charger: You should generally not consume more than 50–60% of your range daily (approx. 175km). If you have a Level 2 Home Charger: A faster charger allows you to safely push your daily consumption to 70%. If you rely on Public Chargers: You must be conservative. Limit your daily usage to just 10–15% to account for broken, unreliable, or overcrowded public stations. 

Battery Degradation 

To keep your car running well after the 2-year mark, you must treat the battery correctly.

• Avoid 100% Charge: Frequently charging to full capacity degrades the battery significantly. Regardless of battery chemistry. LFP batteries are more durable but they do also degrade significantly high temperatures & high state of charge.
• Avoid dropping below 20%: Deep discharges damage battery health just as much. The Bottom Line: Buying an EV is about matching the car's range to your specific lifestyle.

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