<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true"><li>Many parts of the U.S. are experiencing a heatwave, impacting electric vehicle (EV) performance.</li><li>Battery health study by Recurrent shows minimal range loss at 90°F for EVs.</li><li>Top EVs like Audi Q8 E-Tron, BMW i4, Rivian R1S retain 98% range at 90°F.</li><li>EV range loss increases at 100°F, with some models experiencing over 20% reduction.</li><li>EVs with heat pumps lose more range in extreme heat than those without.</li><li>Best practices to preserve EV range in summer include not leaving the vehicle with low state of charge and parking in shade.</li><li>Battery thermal management systems in EVs help maintain cell health in hot temperatures.</li><li>Extreme heat affects EV range due to battery thermal management, air conditioning usage, and electrochemical changes.</li><li>EVs advised to avoid exposure to ambient temperatures above 140°F or below -22°F for extended periods.</li><li>Overall, EVs can handle extreme heat but may experience reduced efficiency and range in high temperatures.</li></ul>

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