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
@DenOfEarth Fog proof glass for lenses and sensors exists .
I'm surprised that one of the higher end car makers hasn't used it for windshields yet.
@Basmitharts
I've never heard of that. Lenses and sensors are rather small - is it possible that doing so on the scale of a windshield would be impossible or too cost prohibitive? Replacement modern windshields with all their sensors etc are already pretty expensive.
I remember at Harrods long ago you could buy this waxy soap thing that you could polish onto glass and make it immune to frost buildup, for a few weeks anyway before reapplying more. It was mostly intended for bathroom mirrors.
Den of Earth
Basmitharts