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“ Energy efficient refrigerants support thermal management systems that minimise power consumption while providing thermal control of the EV ’ s cabin ”
RICK
WINICK VP AND GENERAL MANAGER , HONEYWELL
Despite rising popularity , the EV market is facing various challenges , from concerns about the exploitation of cobalt miners in the Democratic Republic of Congo to protests from residents close to EV factories who are concerned about the factory ’ s wastewater disposal .
“ There are major challenges for the EV manufacturing industry ,” explains Winick . “ This includes extending driving range and driving down the MSRPs of their new EVs to accelerate penetration . The average selling price for a traditional car in the UK is in the £ 14,000 range , while a well-equipped EV often sells for £ 44,000 or more .
“ As EV makers continue their work to reduce battery power drain and overall vehicle cost , they ’ re looking for solutions that manage power consumption most effectively .”
Lower GWP refrigerants used in mobile air conditioning systems can support EVs , Winick says . “ All carmakers are dealing with the global phasedown of high-global-warmingpotential ( GWP ) refrigerants called hydrofluorocarbons ( HFCs ). As a result , they will need to transition production to economic , lower-GWP solutions .
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