Photo Credit: CHP - Truckee on FacebookA Facebook post by the California Highway Patrol (CHP - Truckee) delivered an important message in a humorous way, especially for electric vehicle drivers.Having attracted over 1.1 million views, the post shared an image of a CHP cruiser parked behind an Audi E-Tron GT being charged by a generator. The post also played Bon Jovi's "Livin' On A Prayer" track in the background, highlighting the situation that had unfolded.The EV had run out of power, with the steep climbs in the Sierra taking a greater toll on the battery than the driver anticipated.AdvertisementAdvertisementHowever, many users focused on the generator, pointing out that the EV driver ultimately had to rely on fossil fuel to recharge the vehicle.CHP's Hilarious Message Gains Traction on Social MediaPhoto Credit: CHP - Truckee on FacebookThe CHP came across the Audi in a mountainous area, although the exact location was not disclosed. The post mentioned that the driver of the E-Tron GT underestimated the power drain that can occur on inclines, leading to the charge running out much earlier than anticipated. The post read:"Thoughts and prayers won't add miles to your battery… but thankfully they brought their own generator 😅"This driver underestimated just how much mountain driving can drain an EV battery and found themselves making an unscheduled stop on the shoulder."AdvertisementAdvertisementThe CHP then offered a tip to EV owners who plan to drive to the mountains, and urged them to plan their journey accordingly. The post read:"Mountain driving, elevation changes, and higher speeds can drain your EV battery much faster than expected. Plan ahead, charge before heading into the Sierra, and leave yourself a little extra range."The Audi e-tron GT boasts a gross battery capacity of 105 kWh (97 kWh usable), with a WLTP-rated driving range of up to 622 kilometers (386 miles), depending on the variant.Users Point at Gas-Powered GeneratorWhile EVs are generally considered more eco-friendly than gas-powered cars, the use of a gas-powered generator has caught the eyes of users on Facebook, who commented on the post. Some are mentioned below:AdvertisementAdvertisementOne user wrote:"Using a gas powered generator to charge your electric car. 🙄"One user pointed out that regenerative braking should help going downhill:"However, going downhill from Donner Summit, you will wind up with more charge at the bottom of the hill than you started with LOL!"Another user pointed out:"Fossil fuel powered electric vehicle 🥰"Emergency gas for an EV, anyone? A user wrote:"When your all-electric vehicle has emergency gas 🤣"One user asked an important question:"Where did they store that big a*s generator lmaoooo"
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