When you drive an EV, your battery does more than just power the miles you travel, it also keeps various car functions running smoothly.

For instance, on a sweltering day, the air conditioning works extra hard to keep you cool, while in freezing weather, the heaters are cranked up to keep you warm.

After powering your car’s movement, the climate control system is the biggest drain on your battery. Of course, other features like touchscreens, audio systems, and headlights also draw power from the battery, but in reality, these are minimal.

The infographic below shows how many miles per hour these features consume.

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