Den of EarthFeb 4

Hey #WeirdCarMastodon

Since EVs drain more battery heating the cabin in winter but still need to keep the windows defrosted, how about defrost wires on the windshield, just like the rear window? Even the side windows?

Would that not be more electrically efficient?

Has it been done before?

Discuss!

Source: I keep seeing "tips" on maximising range by using the seat heaters instead of cabin HVAC. That works for about two minutes until the windows are fogged up. Not an option
#EV #winterDriving

Show threadThe Chris of March 🌱
@DenOfEarth My elderly Škoda has an electrically heated windscreen. So do a fair number of other cars here I think - lots of Fords for instance, I seem to remember - and have done for years now. It’s great, very quick to clear the screen in bad winter weather. If EVs don’t have it I’d like to know why. Seems obvious, as you say.
Feb 4 at 9:17pmWeb
Show threadDen of EarthFeb 4
@baz
Good to know!