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How do electric cars work at high altitude?

I live in Colorado, and we often have to consider our high altitude. I’m about to purchase a new electric car, and I’m growing a bit concerned that I might be making the wrong choice. How do electric vehicles work at high altitudes?

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Chanice Boyd · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Electric cars are a great choice—thanks for driving clean and going green. Fortunately, electric cars work well at high altitudes.
In fact, electric cars perform much better than combustion-based vehicles regarding air pressure and high altitudes. **EVs are powered by a chemical battery that is unaffected by air pressure.**While gas-fueled cars cannot easily adjust because of the air it needs to achieve combustion.
Electric cars are quickly becoming recognized for their reliability and increased energy supply at high altitudes. You can feel reassured knowing that you’re making an excellent choice for commuting around
Colorado’s
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