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The consumption stats on BYD vehicles, like my Atto Extended Range, definitely use some BYD magic math....must have an algorithm that does "not" count or adjusts for certain electrical/battery electron usage. Kinda like cherry picking of stats. I've had my Atto Extended Range with 60.48KwH battery now for a little over 18 months and little over 39,000 Km (time to go schedule the 40,000Km checkup since it needs to be done plus or minus 1,000km of 40,000km or at 24 months plus or minus one month....whichever comes first) and have done a LOT of evaluation/tracking of electron usage to include using a lot of OBD2 data that gives a lot of detail. Even with all this evaluation/tracking my Atto has left me mystified at times in trying to figure out how BYD "figures" some of their electron usage stats. Like my Atto's consumption reading per 100Km has ranged from 12.6 to 12.8Kwh depending on the time of year. During the cooler part of the year it's 12.6Kwh..and during the hot part of the year like now it's 12.8Kwh. Now I'm talking the consumption readout/stats you get when going in the big/center dash display Energy section; I'm not talking the constantly changing KwH usage as you drive along on the speedometer display. I do think the speedometer display reflecting real time KmH usage is accurate but the comsumption info in the center display usage magic math/cherry picking math in my opinion. Now if I divide 12.6 into 60.48 (my battery is a 60.48KwH battery) that equates to 4.8......multiply 100Km times 4.8 and I get a range of 480Km which also just happens to be the Atto's NEDC range 480KmH. And whenever I charge to 100% with the range estimation set to Standard mode I get 480KmH range readout each and every time...not 479 or less or 481 or more....always exactly 480KmH in Standard range mode. Now set it to Dynamic mode and I get a range estimate of 490 to 495 at 100% charge which is also a pie-in-the-sky estimate. And if using 12.8 that equates to 472KmH range. 472, 480 and 49XKmH range estimate are "in your dream" estimates....probably possible if driving "without" A/C, in ECO mode, driving very conservatively, no headwind, and minimizing/avoiding any stop-and-go traffic jam and over 90KmH driving....that is, perfect driving conditions. I expect even if the battery's SOH was 70%,a 100% charge would still give me a 480KmH range reading in Standard range mode when charged to 100% although the "real-world range" will be significantly less. Like real-world I get a range of 420 to 442KmH if staying below 90KmH and also avoiding Bangkok horrendous traffic where a ton of stop and go is involved....both exceeding 90KmH and doing a lot of slow, red light stop-and-go driving eats significantly more electrons than cruising along between 30-90KmH.....I think for the Atto around 50-80KmH is its sweet spot for best range. Best range is during the cooler part of the year; worst range during the hottest part of the year. I drive conservatively, in ECO mode, and A/C set to 22C. And I think a lot of people think a lot of red-right, slow driving will give the best range...oh no, it will not as it takes more energy to get a vehicle moving from a dead stop compared to already moving....and also regen braking typically is not engaged at around 15KmH or less like you would experience is stop-and-go, really slow moving traffic like often found on many big city roads. Yeap, BYD uses magic math for some of its electron usage stats....cherry picking to make energy use look really good on the surface but is not really experienced in real world driving. And it really not just BYD doing this as all car/truck manufacturers, EV and ICEV, give range stats obtain in laboratory type driving conditions and not real world driving conditions. Preaching to the choir I know. ... -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 6 May 2025
UK-Thai Relations Celebrated in Southern Thailand Roadshow Photo of Mark Gooding and Krabi Governor Angkul Seelatheewakul courtesy of The Phuket News To commemorate the 170th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Thailand, the British Embassy in Bangkok concluded a successful three-day roadshow across southern Thailand. From April 28 to 30, the tour visited Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, and Surat Thani, blending diplomacy with lively community events. Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1359940-uk-thai-relations-celebrated-in-southern-thailand-roadshow/ -
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Report UK-Thai Relations Celebrated in Southern Thailand Roadshow
Photo of Mark Gooding and Krabi Governor Angkul Seelatheewakul courtesy of The Phuket News To commemorate the 170th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Thailand, the British Embassy in Bangkok concluded a successful three-day roadshow across southern Thailand. From April 28 to 30, the tour visited Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, and Surat Thani, blending diplomacy with lively community events. Headed by British Ambassador Mark Gooding, the embassy team, including Agriculture and Commercial Counsellors, focused on sustainable tourism, agriculture, and environmental cooperation under the theme "Our Shared World." This encompassed various facets such as environment, wildlife, marine, nature, climate, and sustainable tourism. In Phang Nga, Ambassador Gooding visited the Southern Thailand Elephant Foundation to observe UK-backed veterinary initiatives. He participated in a symbolic tree-planting ceremony, highlighting environmental collaboration. The team then moved to Krabi, where they explored eco-friendly innovations at the Venice Krabi Villa Resort and met with Krabi Governor Angkul Seelatheewakul. The roadshow's conclusion in Surat Thani featured a visit to CP Foods’ swine production site, showcasing high-standard food exports and UK import protocols. This was complemented by a courtesy call with Surat Thani Governor Theerut Supawiboonphol and a roundtable lunch with the provincial Chamber of Commerce, focusing on sustainability in tourism and agriculture. The delegation also visited Sriwichai Shrimp Farm to discuss UK–Thailand cooperation in aquaculture and food security. The British Fair 2025 served as the roadshow's highlight, taking place at Big C locations in Phuket and Surat Thani. It drew hundreds of locals, featuring cultural performances, music, giveaways, and displays of British products, transforming diplomatic relations into a community celebration. Ambassador Gooding remarked, "This roadshow has been a true celebration of the vibrant, people-centred partnership between the United Kingdom and Thailand. It was a privilege to mark 170 years of diplomatic relations not only through high-level engagements but also by connecting with communities, students, businesses, and environmental champions across the south." Big C CEO Aswin Techajareonvikul added, "We are proud to host the British Fair in celebration of a long trade relationship, and we will continue to strengthen our commercial ties and the long friendship between our two countries." With further roadshows planned for 2025, the UK maintains its commitment to celebrating and strengthening the enduring friendship with Thailand, ensuring this milestone year is marked by significant progress and collaboration. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-05-06 -
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Crime Belgian Man Deported After Causing Chaos in Chonburi Convenience Stores Twice in One Week
Will he lodge a protest when they don't allow him to carry a Machete in his Carry-On Baggage? -
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Community German National Rescued After Reportedly Being Left Homeless in Jomtien
I've been booted out before, always take my credit card. What wrong with you? Only a complete idiot would leave without wallet. -
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Russia is toast no matter the outcome of the Ukraine invasion
Back around the year 2000, I had a girlfriend from Japan, and that was her philosophy. She "liked kids," but she didn't want to be a mother. And I'm pretty sure that today, she's a childless old lady wishing she could go back and have a real life with a family.
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