Video Summary
Here is a summary of the video of an extended daily commute with a 2023 Ford Lighting:- The video reviews a 156-mile daily commute, to test the belief that the Lightning is only suitable for short drives.
- The truck was charged to 90% capacity, providing an estimated range of 280 miles.
- The trip included interstate driving at 70 mph; that is known to affect range, so the video tests the truck's capabilities at legal speeds.
- The reviewer used Apple Maps, which showed battery percentages for charging stops if needed.
- The presenter preferred Apple Maps because he liked how it showed suggested charging stops, while showing battery remaining at each stop, this showed 55% upon arrival.
- On the rural roads, while testing 1-Pedal drive, the miles per kWh are indicated on the center display.
- The reviewer reports that after his work day, the truck's fan ran audibly, but cooled well.
- At the work location, the temperature reached 103 degrees.
- The journey from work back home took 1 hour and 24 minutes, with a final energy consumption of 2.3 miles/kWh.
- The cost to charge at home for the commute was about $12.46, using the Grizzl-E mini.
- The Lariat trim of the truck provided cooled seats, which was appreciated, and the B&O sound system was much better.
- The Lightning's ride quality was very comfortable.
- When using Ford’s BlueCruise, if the sensor detected the driver not watching the road, an audible and visual “Watch the Road” warning came on.
- The BlueCruise, with hands-free functionality was a very helpful tool while driving.
- Overall, the Ford Lightning worked very well for the long-distance daily commute.
