Video Summary
Key findings and points from the electric car review:- The route from North Yorkshire to Southampton is about 305 miles one way.
- A round trip would be over 600 miles and potentially near 700 miles due to travel in the New Forest.
- Due to predicted traffic, the M6 Toll Road was chosen for the journey and first stop after Warrington was Norton Canes M6 Toll Services.
- Local charging points, were used near the campsite due to the lack of rapid chargers.
- 666 miles were traveled, resulting in zero fuel costs.
- Rainy conditions significantly affected the car's range.
- 12% to 90% charge took 51 minutes at a rapid charger; charging above 80% takes considerably longer.
- £1.76 was the total cost of charging for the 666 mile journey.
- Shorter charging stops are recommended for long journeys, topping up above 30%.
