Lets assume a regular 1 hour commute. Factory HIRs consume 110W (55W per bulb). In one hour, you are using .1kWh. This translates to about .4 EV miles (assuming 4 miles per kWh). Even if the LEDs are four times as efficient, you are gaining about .3 EV miles on a 1 hour trip
Do LED headlights increase EV miles?
Hello. Has anyone who's installed LED head lights in their 1st Gen volt noticed any boost in EV miles at night? I'm not too concerned about brightness, though I do prefer the 5-6k light temperature.
On that same topic, any recommendations on a reliable brand/model for LED head lights? I've read about some bad experiences with their heat sinks being undersized resulting in premature failure. Also sizing issues as LED's are usually larger.
PS: I know that technically LED lights retrofits are not DOT approved (And I don't care
)
On that same topic, any recommendations on a reliable brand/model for LED head lights? I've read about some bad experiences with their heat sinks being undersized resulting in premature failure. Also sizing issues as LED's are usually larger.
PS: I know that technically LED lights retrofits are not DOT approved (And I don't care
)
