Questions regarding ABRP Version 7.0.0
I appreciate the effort that went into redesigning ABRP 7.0.0 — the new interface looks modern and visually appealing. However, after using it for few days, I find myself wishing I could return to version 6.1.9. The previous layout was much more intuitive for me, and several features I relied on are now missing or harder to access.
A few concrete points:
I can no longer set the wind direction manually, which was an important parameter for accurate planning.
Temperatures can only be entered above 0°, which limits realistic planning in colder climates.
Many settings are now harder to find; the old menu structure was clearer and more efficient to navigate.
In the previous version, I could choose which data from my OBD dongle should be used. That option seems to be gone.
The menu for a fully planned route feels lost of route informations.
Most importantly: I can no longer send planned destinations or waypoints to Waze. This forces me to use Google Maps or Apple Maps, neither of which I prefer.
The indicator showing whether the dongle is connected has moved to the bottom. It’s not a major issue, but I found the previous placement better.
The app no longer reacts when I finish charging (“I’m done charging”). During charging, I also can’t see the planned target SoC anymore, so I have to remember it from before. The charging graph is also missing.
Will you bring these features back?
The additional weight setting has disappeared as well.
I also can’t find where to configure a trailer anymore — is this feature still available?
On a positive note: I do like the new option to visualize my car and even assign it a color. It’s a nice touch — though not something I personally needed.
Overall, I hope future updates will restore the functionality and clarity that made ABRP such a powerful tool.
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ABRP User #348080
Jan 27
It is no longer shown the average consumption of the routes. This was always a good indicator for whether abrp had a good or a bad day. You may show this again when one hits the total consumption.
It does no longer show the total distance/time between two waypoints. This was very helpful as our car charges very fast so the tracks from one charger to another is less important than the track from one waypoint to another.