Owner's Manuals - Articles about Electric Vehicles

BMW i4 ambient lighting

Switching ambient lighting on and off on BMW i4

Ambient lighting can be found in many cars nowadays. By now, it’s almost a standard feature. While hardly a mechanically necessary feature, it goes a long way to enhance the atmosphere within your cabin. That makes a big difference...
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Bmw i4 parking assistant plus

How to turn Parking Assist on/off on BMW i4

Modern cars are full of assists to help you with driving. However, it’s crucial to remember – they’re there to help, not to do it for you. The BMW i4 Parking Assist (or Parking Assistant Plus) takes control of...
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Bmw i4 apple carplay

Apple CarPlay preparation on BMW i4

Electric cars and all modern vehicles are all about luxury and accessibility. Apple CarPlay can be found in almost every new transport on the road, including the BMW i4. This combines the functionality of your phone with the sleek...
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Hyundai Kona windshield wipers

Windshield wiper blade replacement on Hyundai Kona EV

I’ve found that windshield wiper replacement is a job someone either does quickly or struggles with. There’s no middle ground. I fall into the latter category. I always get friends and family to do it for me (yes, I...
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Hyundai Kona winter driving

Hyundai Kona EV cold weather and winter driving tips

It’s winter in the northern hemisphere. Depending on where you live, you might be experiencing significant snowfall and temperatures far below freezing. Like any car, you should drive your Hyundai Kona EV differently in winter. This also involves some...
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BMW i4 adaptive cruise control

How to turn on/off Active Cruise Control on BMW i4

Active Cruise Control on the BMW i4 works like most similar models on vehicles today. It controls your car’s speed, maintaining it just like a standard cruise control system. However, when approaching other vehicles traveling in the same direction,...
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Kia ev6 winter mode

How do I turn on winter mode for Kia EV6?

The perfect running temperature for any lithium-ion battery (such as those used in electric cars) is about 77°F (25°C). Anything less (or more), and efficiency starts to drop off. In EVs, this means poor performance and reduced range, increasing...
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VW winter tyres

Volkswagen ID.3 and requirements for winter tires

Winter tires are one of the most essential steps when driving in freezing temperatures. They vastly increase your chances of staying safe. You should consider several things when fitting winter tires to your ID.3. I’ve compiled the information in...
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Tesla model y replacement tires

How to change wheels and tires on a Tesla Model Y

Tires are the most overlooked component of a car. Even though they’re the most important. The difference between high-quality and low-quality tires is immense. It makes a vast difference to performance, economy, and safety. The Tesla Model Y might...
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