Bluejeros
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Having just got my first EV, I am interested to know you de-ice in winter? Can't start the engine to warm up with the blower on full. So what is the answer?
I don't know why , but my EHS feels the same way.....if its a rainy day I get fogged up instantly , I have to set the blower to the windscreen and use the demist function. Never had that on my other cars.... Pretty weirdAlso, these cars suffer from condensation big time- if fact the worst I’ve ever experienced in 44 years of motoring! You would be wise investing in a couple of desiccant bags - which will solve the problem.
Never had this issue with my ZS, I always have the AC on an on air recirc.
Lucky you - you must be the only one!Never had this issue with my ZS, I always have the AC on an on air recirc.
The other half's Renault ZOE ZE40 has a button on the key card, press the button and in the Winter the car heats up for 10 minutes and in the Summer it cools the interior, the car decides which! The MG warms up quickly so start systems running set the temperature then lock the door with the manual key if you don't want to stay with the MGHaving just got my first EV, I am interested to know you de-ice in winter? Can't start the engine to warm up with the blower on full. So what is the answer?
The AC I've always used all seasons in all my cars with AC. Contrary to what you'll hear everywhere switching on the AC will not kill your range I've done the tests, I've checked the power drain on the ZS's power readout and I've looked at the dashboard's displayed range and switching the AC on or off makes no practical difference. However, turning the HVAC power off does affect the range but you don't want to be driving in winter without any airflow from the fan you'll certainly steam up. So if we accept you'll need to put the fan on and you'll at least turn the cabin heater on for some heat then just turn the AC on and be comfortable and safe and since the AC has a powerful dehumidifying effect you'll be free from condensation and misting up. You'll not be one of those people driving on a rainy day on the motorway with side windows misted and running in condensation and unable to see all around, a danger to both themselves and others and I'm talking ICE drivers here as well as EV drivers.Also, these cars suffer from condensation big time- if fact the worst I’ve ever experienced in 44 years of motoring! You would be wise investing in a couple of desiccant bags - which will solve the problem.
I’m still not convinced that aircon actually works with heating. It cools air on cold but when heat is applied i don’t think there is any aircon. I can’t see any difference in both clearing the windows or drain on the battery with aircon on or off when heat is used. Others i know feel differently.The AC I've always used all seasons in all my cars with AC. Contrary to what you'll hear everywhere switching on the AC will not kill your range I've done the tests, I've checked the power drain on the ZS's power readout and I've looked at the dashboard's displayed range and switching the AC on or off makes no practical difference. However, turning the HVAC power off does affect the range but you don't want to be driving in winter without any airflow from the fan you'll certainly steam up. So if we accept you'll need to put the fan on and you'll at least turn the cabin heater on for some heat then just turn the AC on and be comfortable and safe and since the AC has a powerful dehumidifying effect you'll be free from condensation and misting up. You'll not be one of those people driving on a rainy day on the motorway with side windows misted and running in condensation and unable to see all around, a danger to both themselves and others and I'm talking ICE drivers here as well as EV drivers.
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