EV efficiency
A PLUGGED IN RIDE tutorial Understanding MPGe, Miles per kWh & Real-World Costs
How is EV efficiency measured?
Course learning objectives
PLUGGED IN RIDE Academy course 101
MPGe
What it is, how it is calculated, and where you see itMi/kWh
The practical daily metric EV drivers actually useCosts
Step-by-step math for real-world fuel saving
What you will learn to make the EV journey, yours:
Section 1: understanding MPGe
a) EPAβs origin story
b) Core constant (1 gallon = 33.7 kWh)
c) Formula with examples
d) Comparison table.
Section 2: Understanding Mi/kWh
a) kWh definition
b) Driverβs formula
c) Benchmark tier table (Excellent β Poor)
d) 6-factor efficiency table (speed, temperature, towing, etc.) e) MPGeβmi/kWh conversion.
Section 3: Real-World Costs
a) Cost-per-mile formula
b) US electricity rate reference
c) Side-by-side EV vs gas comparison
d) 5-scenario charging cost table (home cheap β public DC fast)
e) 6-step annual savings walkthrough.
Section 4: Quick Reference
a) Key constants & Conversions
b) 2024β2025 EPA specs for 10 EVs (Tesla, Hyundai, Rivian, GMC, Ford, etc.)
c) 6 practical rules of thumb.βββββββ
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