Re:USPS Forges Ahead with Gas-Powered Mail Trucks Despite EP...
by stetrain on Wednesday February 23, 2022 @06:58PM
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Newer models have much stronger regen all the way down to 0mph.
The main issue with relying on regen is reduced regen power when the battery is cold. For a mail truck I think a stronger battery heater while plugged in, or a braking resistor to turn regen power into battery heat, would be helpful.
The main issue with relying on regen is reduced regen power when the battery is cold. For a mail truck I think a stronger battery heater while plugged in, or a braking resistor to turn regen power into battery heat, would be helpful.