Daihatsu Mira EV sets new record of 623.76 mile run on a single charge

With a 623.76 mile run on a single charge, the Daihatsu Mira EV broke its own world record for the longest EV trip without recharging. This EV is powered by Sanyo lithium-ion batteries and has been converted from gas to electric by the Japan EV Club.

The EV set a record last November when it took a 345-mile journey from Tokyo to Osaka. This record was doubled over the weekend at a track in Ibaraki, Japan.
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Steve - 5/29/2010 9:33:48 AM

+1 Boost

These glorious numbers do not translate well into real-world experiences because regular drivers drive to get from A to B, in traffic, with stop signs and traffic lights. These real-world factors mean that a real-world driver cannot use the driving techniques (uninterrupted pulse and coast, without regard to speed) that are required to duplicate these stellar numbers.

Just like with a gasoline engine, the way you drive makes a HUGE difference in your energy consumption, be that gasoline or electricity. It's one of the primary reasons why Prius drivers don't get anywhere near optimum fuel economy.