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by Retric 883 days ago
There’s really 3 distinct numbers that are all useful today.

“Charge” = total energy which is useful for charging but not specific route planning.

“Range” = charge * temperature which is a useful benchmark for known trips and drivers. The specific number isn’t as important vs knowing you can do regular trips between known locations in X units. ie you can commute 4 more days without charging.

“Remaining charge at destination” = most accurate route planning but requires a specific route and external temperature.