Review of factors and input parameters influencing the electric vehicle range according to measurements performed on Edison EV

Abstract

Research and development help improve the reliability of EVs range, battery capacity, and trouble-free charging (or service). These factors affect consumers’ interest in EVs. The quality of EV use can be supported by a modern technology called energy assistant (EA). The task of the EA has to inform the driver about the current range, the necessity to recharge the batteries, and so on to avoid a critical situation. The main aim of this article is to investigate factors and input parameters for the proposal of EA. The Edison EV designed at the University of Žilina was used for experimental work in real conditions and in an accredited lab with an MAHA equipment.