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Hypermiling world record at Lausitzring: nextmove team drives 1,128 km (701 miles) with Tesla Model S
The previous hypermiling record for a series-built electric car was surpassed by 50 kilometers (31 miles) on the 7th and 8th of July / A 31-hour drive on the DEKRA testing grounds at Lausitzring
The nextmove team, from Germany’s leading electric car rental company, took turns driving
Using a Tesla Model S 100D, the nextmove team, from Germany’s leading electric car rental company, has set a new world hypermiling record for a series-built electric car: The team reached a distance of 1,128 kilometers (701 miles) on a single charge at the DEKRA test circuit at Lausitzring, located in Klettwitz, Brandenburg. The previous record was 1,078 kilometers (670 miles). Throughout a drive lasting more than 30 hours, the team alternated drivers whilst travelling at a constant speed of 38 km/h.
Hypermiling is more about driving in a very efficient rather than in a realistic manner. The team used the first few kilometers to try out various speeds and driving styles and to work out the pace for the lowest level of consumption. When travelling at 38 km/h, the consumption was 88 watt-hours per kilometer. Throughout the 31-hour drive, five drivers took turns at the wheel every one to four hours, depending on their fitness levels.
“As an electric car rental company, we know all models very well from our daily business”, says Stefan Moeller, Managing Director of nextmove. “Therefore, we had a good idea of how long we could draw out the trip at the end, without coming to a standstill. We were able to drive the Model S until it was completely empty and bring it back to stop at a charge point at base camp.”
In order to get the best possible performance out of the car, the nextmove team did not use climate control, fans, heated seats or radio. Due to the outer temperature of around 30 degrees Celsius and only having windows open for short periods of time for fresh air, driving along the oval circuit for several hours was a sweaty experience. The drivers would temporar-ily switch on the Tesla autopilot to control the vehicle but most of the time, they took control of the wheel themselves. Cruise control was used to maintain speed.
“Our motivation for this difficult task was sporty ambition and the will to demonstrate the strengths of electric mobility”, continues Stefan Moeller. “Ultimately, we are even happier to have accomplished this safely and confidently. Thanks to the ideal boundary conditions, in-tense preparation and favorable weather conditions, our team was able to meet its goal and set a new record. Even though hypermiling records are irrelevant for daily driving, they still impress by showing what electric cars are capable of.”
About nextmove
With 180 vehicles, nextmove is Germany’s leading electric car rental company and is active in eight cities. The fleet consists exclusively of electric cars, such as Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3, Hyundai Ioniq, VW e-Golf, Opel Ampera-e, BMW i3s, Renault Zoe, Renault Kangoo, smart, Nissan Leaf 2 and Nissan e-NV200. The following new market entries will be offered soon: Jaguar I-PACE, Audi e-tron, Hyundai KONA, e.Go Life, Mercedes eVito, StreetScooter Work L.
Customers can try out and compare various models from the fleet and thereby find their own dream car. Flexible long-term rental with is also a cost-effective solution for customers who wait for delivery of their new vehicle. Furthermore, the company also advises on all issues regarding purchasing, charging and driving electric cars. See more at www.nextmove.de
Contact
Stefan Moeller, Managind Director
E-Mail: [email protected]
Webseite: www.nextmove.de
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