Power Steering and Controlled Acceleration
At 2:28 in
Is an Electric Side By Side Tough Enough for Farm Use?
What happens here
Experience the ease of the UTV's power steering, which the presenter demonstrates can be operated with just "one finger" and self-centers automatically, contributing to safe and easy maneuvering. A "speed test" is performed while towing the heavy chicken coop to illustrate the UTV's pulling power and controlled acceleration. Even with the accelerator pressed to the floor, the vehicle accelerates smoothly without sudden jerking or wheelspin. The dashboard display shows the "Total Battery Current" fluctuating (e.g., from 177.10A to 293.40A and then 15.58A) during acceleration, providing insight into the power consumption. This test demonstrates the UTV's capability to effectively pull substantial loads, even up a steep, gravel-covered hill, without excessive strain or speed, while maintaining 83% battery charge.
Goal: Understand the UTV's power steering and controlled acceleration for safe operation with heavy loads.
Tools and materials
- Chicken Coop — Providing a heavy load for the towing and acceleration test, Kandi Innovator EPS (Electric UTV) Kandi