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Drive efficiently
The cold weather can cause your EV battery to become less efficient (this happens to fuel-powered cars too). To get the most out of your battery, avoid quickly accelerating and braking wherever you can. Instead, try to maintain a steady speed and give yourself plenty of time to slow down gently. This will help you make the most of each charge.

Use eco-mode
Most EVs have an eco-mode to help extend your range by making some adjustments to the car's performance. It might reduce the power of the heater, or dim the headlights to conserve energy. In winter, it's worth using eco-mode whenever possible to help preserve battery efficiency.

Cover your EV
If you're going to be parked for a while, it's a good idea to cover your car to protect it from the cold and prevent any build-up of snow or ice on the windows. A simple tarp or frost cover will do the trick, but if you have a garage to keep your car and battery warm - keep it in there.

Preheat your car and use battery-efficient heating
Pretty much all EVs have a preheat function. Not only does this make for a more comfortable journey, but preheating the inside before you set off uses less battery power than doing it on the move. You can usually do this via your EV app.

Use regenerative braking
Regenerative braking is a feature of most EVs. It's where the car captures the kinetic energy from braking and uses it to recharge the battery. This can be especially useful in winter as it means you can top up the battery while you're on the move and improve your range.

Top-up your tyres
Important all year round, but especially important in the winter. As the temperature falls, your tyre pressure will too. Make sure you keep an eye on the tyre pressure and tread depth.

Keep your EV charged
To keep your battery in tip-top condition, it's always recommended to avoid completely running it down. This is also important in the winter, especially if you know you won't be using your car for a while. Where possible, try to keep the battery above 20% charge.

Keep informed
Knowledge really is key, especially when it comes to driving an EV. Making sure you're up-to-date on the dos and don'ts of driving an EV in different weather conditions, can help to keep you and your car safe.