As an Arctic blast brings extreme cold across the United States, electric vehicle (EV) owners, particularly those with Teslas, are facing significant challenges. The frigid temperatures have led to a decline in EV battery range, with reports indicating as much as a 41% drop. This has resulted in widespread issues, including difficulties in charging the vehicles, longer charging times, and a substantial number of Teslas requiring towing after their batteries died. In Chicago, the situation has been described as a 'disaster' for Tesla owners, with failures at charging stations and dead batteries. The cold weather's impact on EVs has sparked debate over the reliability of electric vehicles in extreme weather conditions, with some pointing to successful EV use in cold countries like Norway, while others criticize the push for EV mandates.
Frigid weather can cut electric vehicle range and make charging tough. Here's what you need to know https://t.co/vryC4uddiY https://t.co/cD2PX8mMJS
'Don't Buy a Tesla': Chicago's EV Drivers Struggle With Sub-Zero Temperatures https://t.co/56NsSN9GsJ
Tesla charging system collapses in major US city Owners have been stuck in long lines at power stations in Chicago thanks to plummeting temperatures Read: https://t.co/kQYDYulEq5 https://t.co/GFkegN9gK4
Have an electric car? Then you've likely had issues with your vehicle amid this week's frigid temps https://t.co/ZZxX8LjUHP
Teslas in Tundra time. Do not let winter chill your EV dreams. See this story point about the Scandinavian experience. https://t.co/7LxRmNqnUT @torquenewsauto https://t.co/6wy9B3gcb3
Chicago's Arctic Conditions Turn Tesla Ownership Into a Nightmare https://t.co/bro3xPo4O6
EVs sound great until it freezes. Further confirmation that Biden should NOT be forcing EVs on every American citizen. Fortunately, thanks to oil and gas, we have much more reliable options ready to go! https://t.co/U1VUHrEs5k
"Our batteries are so cold it's taking longer to charge now, so it should take 45 minutes, it's taking two hours," said one Tesla driver, who said he saw at least 10 Teslas get towed after their batteries died. https://t.co/YeuBjhpcOe https://t.co/YeuBjhpcOe
The Arctic blast of frigid air putting much of the nation in a deep freeze this week is reportedly icing out some battery electric cars from charging. https://t.co/1CWs3FnWTB https://t.co/S0bJiV459Y
Americans need dependable energy options, not 3-hour waits to charge EVs in freezing conditions. https://t.co/U1EmZXqUgd
Much of the US is in a deep freeze, so here are 6 quick tips for how to get the best range from your EV in the winter. https://t.co/Ox7ZBaFU31 by @michelle0728
A deep freeze across the country is sparking concern about home heating costs, especially in states feeling this week’s arctic blast the most. https://t.co/gQGI39K6i2
Electric Cars don’t work in the cold? You don’t say…
EV mandates by President Biden and leftists are misguided. Consumer choice is very important and we should not be putting families in harm's way in extreme temperatures to fulfill a climate agenda! https://t.co/lU8g4Fm6OS
Tow trucks and long lines at charging stations are common sights this winter for EV owners—and the reason has to do with the batteries. https://t.co/iSh0TA2JRp
Chicago-area Tesla owners detail winter 'disaster' with dead batteries, charging station failures https://t.co/BUHah6GMPO
Thousands of Electric Vehicle owners stranded as charging stations don't work and batteries died due to the cold weather. But hey, protect the environment right? https://t.co/6Y4umIXo5I
Sub-zero temperatures are testing the limits of Tesla owners and their EVs https://t.co/3dhqPe52iX
Just another reason why @JoeBiden needs to stop forcing EVs on Americans & let people choose gas-powered vehicles. We don’t have enough charging stations, and the ones in existence can’t withstand cold weather. https://t.co/zBmrdnjMvX
EVs face some consumer skepticism on how well they work in freezing temperatures. Yet as @kristindakota reports for @fastcompany, EVs are very popular in very cold Norway. Here’s how they make it work https://t.co/mIDrsxTfBx
The cold is causing EV battery range to decline 41%. 🚨🚨🚨 https://t.co/Xx1jaNxx9j
Tesla disaster as cars won't charge in freezing cold https://t.co/8cKOVFtbFJ
Turns out, EV’s and the cold don’t mix at all. Via Axios: “How freezing temperatures are affecting electric vehicles” https://t.co/z5h07UCTVA https://t.co/rCtaA9lMRf
Electric vehicle drivers are reporting trouble charging their cars as an Arctic blast sweeps much of U.S. https://t.co/kXXoT0MZQC
EVs lose efficiency in cold weather. Here's how Austin's freezing temps can impact your car https://t.co/zZZLwg6Byg
Teslas are basically expensive bricks when it gets cold https://t.co/s30F7rn0xM
Crews and heaters in Chicagoland are working hard to keep Metra and Amtrak tracks from freezing, while Tesla owners have run into battery problems in the extreme cold. @WGNErik has more: https://t.co/SsuSn31qxZ
Crews and heaters in Chicagoland are working hard to keep Metra and Amtrak tracks from freezing, while Tesla owners are running into battery problems in the extreme cold. @WGNErik has more: https://t.co/kJJYkVTPC0 https://t.co/eLP6i1jPQC