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Car dealers say they can’t sell EVs, tell Biden to slow their rollout (arstechnica.com)
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[–] abhibeckert@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Tesla recommends (I think it's the default?) limiting charging to 80% and when they drain as low as 20% they shut down to protect the battery. You'll need to call a tow truck unless there's a major emergency/evacuation, then they take advantage of the car's cellular connection to unlock the last 20% and allow drivers to use the whole battery.

I don't think the Volt did that. Maybe newer (and more expensive...) GM EVs do though.