I didn't actually buy the fuel until I got to northern Florida, and I had to drive down anyway.

I usually spend 30-40 minutes charging. Next week I am going to do a return trip where I plan to report detailed statistics.

I do not believe that battery electric vehicles catch fire more than internal combustion vehicles. I am waiting for my new Tesla/Ford charger.

Well you are in luck. Next week I am driving the empty Lightning back to Ohio and I plan to keep track of all the statistics.

Before I left Ohio I checked the status of Tesla Superchargers I knew I would need to stop at. They were all in service so I knew I would be good.

Right, I just got my notice after i posted this video.

I have used both the A2Z and Lectron and never had a problem.

@@EHermes I’m glad you did not have issues but I have tested them on multiple Tesla chargers. I pick up a Tesla adapter and my first time charged went without getting any errors. Open the Tesla app, select the location and charger, connect the charger into the adapter and plugged it in my r1t. It kick in and charged without any problems.

About right, depending on speed.

I really need to keep track of those statistics.

Extended Range

I believe it does, but since I did not personally install on a Gen 2, I can't swear to it. The say the brackets slide along the running board rails makes it seem that it certainly would.

@@keithlambert6217 no, only version 3 and 4, and not even all of them because they have a few high traffic ones locked out. Still, night to tow along most interstates.

DC fast charging is not cheap. The savings come in day to day use when you charge at home for around $0.10 kWh (or free with solar).

I do that all the time with my Casita.

OK. But when I am not on a trip, I fuel up for free with my solar panels.

I'm with Jeff, If I can't tow my boat 75 miles to Key Largo and back on one charge , that's not for me... Everything else about the truck is cool just that tow range. Ford gets it to 200 mile tow range under load and I'd be interested

If you are going to 'refuel' while towing so much, you want to go to truck stops... Have they put in superchargers at pilot travel centers?

@@thetruthhurts6260 You should easily be able to tow 150 miles round trip to Key West. Speed is what kills range, especially towing. I know from multiple trips to the Keys that it is a slow drive.

@@engineeringVirtue yes, they are starting to put DC fast chargers as part of the federal infrastructure plan at Love's and Pilots.

She is the real star of the channel.

@@EHermes as it should be.

It does add a little time, but I stop about that often anyway.

yeah, its a half ton pickup, not an F-350 Superduty

Funny part is 2019+ Ford Ranger can tow 7500lbs

I'm glad that works out for you.

Cool story bro.

Have you seen the new EPA standards? It will be only a few years and diesels will be obsolete from new emissions standards.

Some would say gutsy; some would say stupid.

@@EHermes 😆😆👏👊💪⚡️🛻

There is almost always an old federal highway that runs near and parallel to most interstates. This gives you the best of both worlds; interstate free driving but with easy DC charging access.

@@glennspence3290 it does take some planning.

For sure while towing or trying to be fast. Otherwise, just use the Tesla nav.

@@RGVPrisoner I got about 180 miles on a full charge; 150 miles on 80%.

No way you get that ramge. I get 164 km​@EHermes

⁠​⁠@@nardoyxzmany considerations determine mileage per kilowatt and this is especially true when towing. First, the coefficient of drag when towing an airstream is MUCH different than the coefficient of drag on a more traditional travel trailer profile of the same general weight. Second, the terrain plays a massive role in mileage. 150 miles on the east coast is much easier to achieve pulling an airstream than the same mileage in the Pacific North West. Think hills vs mountain ranges. And the third major difference is traveling temperatures. Towing on the east coast would be much easier on the battery and give much more range than towing in the southwest deserts. Extreme heat and extreme cold really impact battery range. Of course I’m also assuming he has the extended range battery, and so do you. That’s a big assumption and if both vehicles have different battery packs, it’s a night and day difference of course. Just these elements described above could easily explain why you are getting 101 miles range, and he’s getting 150 miles of range. There are many other smaller and less impactful reasons as well of course.

@@nardoyxz I must drive slower

@@mcznbd234 I think I went through there

Yeah my guess would be low voltage and the battery cut power to protect itself honestly ford really needs to work on their BMS I seem to see ford EVs run out of juice more often than just about any other manufacturer

@@Crazypostman it showed over 50% power right before I pulled up to the traffic light. I do think it was a voltage issue.

@@aaronbussey3856 aw shucks. Thank you!

@@sc5102day nope, left it in standard mode

@@EHermeswhy leave it in standard? Won’t tow haul help with cooling and thermal management when it knows it’s towing?

@@bowefamilyEV mine only has the standard tow package, so I don't think it would help with the cooling. When you hook up the wiring harness it knows you are towing.

Lol. It definitely matters if nobody is there. I've been pulling trailers ever since I started driving and no way am I unhooking if I can park without affecting anyone.

@@tsmall07 Like I said, "ENTITLEMENT!" You chose to pull a trailer, knowing it comes with extra responsibilities. It's all about YOU, YOU, YOU. Quit being lazy.

@@randysmith8284 You're crazy and overly angry for some reason. I wish you well.

@@tsmall07 Not angry, and sane. Just stating the obvious. If you don't like society's norms, move where the rules are what you prefer, or create your own.

Wow someone's sounds butt hurt did your daddy not love you enough

I've heard good things about both the A2Z and lectron adapters

@@robertbrewer1871 I used the Tesla/Ford adapter on this trip but I have used A2Z and Lectron, all will complete success.

@@hieyeque1 that could well be. After letting it settle down I was able to get it moving again.

@@willberg12 1.5 miles per kWh on highway; about 1.7 miles per kWh on rural roads.

Does it?

@@madweazl yeap! If it’s too hot or too cold the battery has to work more

@@Br0dyman that one stop in norther Florida was a little too close for comfort even for me.

LOL, Sanibel actually, about 45 minutes from Naples. I still have my residency in Ohio.

And having access to DC fast chargers is the best of all worlds.

It plugs into the camera area. You have to route a wire through the headliner.

@@EHermes Is it above the back window?

@@Avalanche2 yes, as shown here.

The thumbnail is provocative but the video is very balanced.

For my use case, I do. It just provides more flexibility when towing.

@@EHermes Thanks for your input 👍