EV Land Rover Defender Road Trip

[@therealcaldini]

Best opening to a KZbin video ever

[@themajesticmanic]

Incorrect.

[@Aadamaji]

Neh

[@Aadamaji]

Q😜🎉എപ്കൊ rtr

[@koitorob]

BLOODY CONFUSING though!

[@kenalfred7242]

👍🏾

[@brumsgrub8633]

I feel stupid saying this, BUT. The highest praise I can give someone is, when Jonny does a video, you don't feel like a idiot. I know nothing about electric cars, after watching Jonnys videos I feel like I have learned something, I watch as if he's talking to me, brilliant channel this is.

[@johnknight9150]

That is the essence of good writing, and Jonny's obviously every bit as good a writer as he is a presenter.

[@Scuba72Chris]

This is what happens when a presenter with actual TV experience produces KZbin videos. A true professional.

[@jacktissington]

This shows how you are growing as a channel and how respected as a motoring journalist you are. A few years ago this would have been top gear but now it's Johnny Smith the car pervert.

[@marks-0-0]

Exactly, its a huge win for the channel and shows how much Jonny is respected. He only went solo a year ago or less, he is going to be massive.

[@michaelclark3192]

A few years ago it would have been 5th Gear

[@nohedes]

Michael Clark this is much better than 5th Gear (imo)!

[@ConstantThrowing]

The Late Brake Show featuring Carpervert*?!

[@adriches406]

This is probably the most positive comments section in the history of the Internet.

[@pd4165]

Try dealing with the company.

[@robertedwards121]

If I ever win the lotto, I’m going to them with a list of cars I want converted to electric

[@George-vf7ss]

Typical English quality. Be prepared to push. They should stick to bearskin hats.

[@macberry4048]

When battery prices drop, these electric car conversions will be everywhere.

[@carholic-sz3qv]

Totally agree with you, I just hope those batteries would be very light and energy dense

[@dv2045]

Not likely. Most countries have certification procedures that it adds to the total price tag. Governemts should encourage to convert vehicles that are currently either rusting in garages or beign used outside cities instead of buying a new car

[@macberry4048]

@@dv2045 Its the same situation as the Nissan Leaf and soon it will be the same for the Tesla model 3. People love their cars and the rules will change if enough people fight to keep the cars on the road

[@jasimua]

Waiting for quantumscape lithium metal battery

[@dv2045]

@@jasimua what is that type of battery? Grafene was supposed to be the future of batteries but so far no more than a few kickstarter chargers have emerged

[@DPW864]

Jonny the quality of these films are insane. It's not often in KZbin you get the feel of an actual TV show.

[@millomweb]

I loved the way we got good views of the gauges showing acceleration and regen......NOT. And having been told no need for low ratio - so why is it mentioned inside - along with diff locking ?

[@AdamJayPe]

Agree re. the production quality is as good as TV, but more importantly the content & presentation style is thankfully free from the pressures of the attention-grabbing TV style - what I'm trying to say is that shows like this far exceed anything I've seen on TV recently. Nice work, Jonny.

[@millomweb]

@@AdamJayPe One of my absolute pet hates are captions you ought to read being plastered over video. They appear in this video on a yellow background. I was watching the video at the time, so didn't read any of them. They were an unwanted distraction. He mentioned no need for hi and lo ratios - so why were there labels for it in the vehicle ? He's just added mystery, unanswered questions - possibly failing to understand the vehicle. He also said the whine was a transmission whine, not the motor - well if that was the case, it was from the motor reduction gears, not the vehicle's transmission - you find a modern car - clutch down, engine off doing 50 mph (downhill!) won't whine like that ! They're silent - all you hear is tyre on road noise. Addendum: In fact, just sounds like an overgrown radio controlled car ! I'd guess for the same reason - straight cut spur gearing at the motor before it's reduced to engine speed and connected to the car's usual quiet transmission.

[@Android-vk8yh]

Indeed just when we miss Tg and 5thgear Jonny keeps us entertained in style and humblness👍

[@chazzcoolidge2654]

Exactly! If you were to somehow put Hammond as the presenter here it would be almost indistinguishable from an old Top gear episode.

[@drdoolittle5724]

Seriously Jonny, you've leapt to the pinnacle of all motor journalism in one swoop, MANY CONGRATULATIONS! ( a journalists 'lunch' would get 1000% in to the batteries! )

[@Sammy-it7qj]

Can I just say, that I’m astounded by the high quality of videos here lately. Bravo Jonny

[@hugster5052]

No, you cant

[@JohnCline]

That opening bit with the tree was brilliant!! The rest of the episode was outstanding, the writing, the presentation, videography, and editing were all top-notch.

[@cannavaras]

Can I just say, I was a little sad when Johnny made the split from FC...but now its the best thing ever. We now get 2 great channels with twice the content. This has been my favourite so far. High quality video and extremely enjoyable. Thanks and heres to more Late Brake videos.

[@gambriehewert1677]

Sorry I cant agree, car pervert and the TLB show dont have the funds and the contacts in the car industry that fully charged has.

[@cannavaras]

@@gambriehewert1677 And yet the EV access provided to Johnny over the last few months would indicate he clearly has the contacts? Which will only increase.

[@evilmario6061]

@@gambriehewert1677 FC has just released their Honda E review - Jonny covered it months ago

[@therealcaldini]

It’s not a competition. Like Andy S says: it’s a win-win situation for us the viewers.

[@rogerhudson9732]

It's good to see the ECC firm is doing well, lots of nice cars in their expanded workshop.

[@sherryabu9280]

This is probably the most positive comments section in the history of the Internet.

[@128jaydr]

They seem to take classic cars and remove their souls to me. I get it but don't agree with it.

[@Mikey-vd6op]

Chris Nolan would be proud of that intro. This is a great start to the new vision for the channel 👍🏽

[@spikerobinson5692]

Well, that’s what you call a production - well done everyone involved! 👏🏻

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

Honestly, Johnny, It's about bloody time! Seriously, I'm so proud that we can take something like that and convert it to electric and it be worth MORE than it was in the first place. How amazing is this world we are living in today. We have seriously come a LONG way!! Thank you for the great content!!!

[@javonaziz5323]

This video is insane quality! Tasteful edits, soundtrack and pacing 😲 Honestly enjoyed watching this more than the majority of broadcast car shows I have seen recently!

[@lyledal]

"...and the funds." Always boils down to the funds. Looks lovely though.

[@arthemis1039]

It really shows that this kind of stuff is for the wealthy well thinking city folk. The video was great, but converting ICE to EV will be always much expensive than buying a brand new EV.

[@thepieman4398]

@@arthemis1039 Not always, but I agree definitely for now. A really good conversion is £30,000 and to be fair to guys doing it most of that is in battery costs

[@thefirstbushman]

teslas are and always will be premium upper class cars as always leave it to japan to bring the prices down

[@electrolinks]

This was a pretty good tie-in. 3 excellent companies working together with The Late Break Show.

[@jmal555]

MIssed a trick by not calling it EFENDER on the nose.

[@millomweb]

Maybe leave the D on but looking like it's dropping off ?

[@davethepants]

Make the E huge and blue with a flash or something so it seems like it's supposed to be this way

[@funkyskunkvids]

Came to type that. 😂

[@Rossski]

dEVender

[@matgoodwin]

The reason Jonny’s videos are so good.... it’s like chatting to a good mate over a brew. Loving the channel.

[@asdreww]

Love this. I have a 1989 Jaguar XJ-S- When the V12 engine finally dies i'm definitely converting it to EV. Should be able to fit all the batteries in the world under that huge bonnet.

[@MrBirgerB]

Last place you wanna putem

[@themadplotter]

I remember driving an XJS v6 at 80mph in a built up area on a learners permit when I was high, good times.

[@bren106]

@@MrBirgerB Yet there's 10 battery packs in that same place on the Elander in the video. Maybe share your thoughts with the conversion company that did it.

[@firstnamesecondname5341]

👍P38 RangeRover here, I’ve already designed most of the systems, plus I’m keeping a close ear to what’s going on with in wheel electric motors and the potential they could bring, not just in drive but in battery space layout

[@tonys1636]

@@themadplotter Not something one should admit to, anyway if high HTF can you remember it.

[@tornado34]

Great start to the new channel - you’ve elevated the content to a whole new level. Keep up the good work - it’s very much appreciated.

[@happyhelpfulhoovy]

This was an AMAZING video Jonny. The editing was absolutely stunning and it still felt like all your other cosy videos!

[@FairlyOldGit]

I must say that is one of the most enjoyable motoring videos I have watched in a long time! -Excellent Work Jonny.

[@garethseymour2788]

Such a well delivered message, and all while being entertaining. I love the new direction Mr Smith. (Barbour) hats off to you...!!!!

[@sumit2658]

I literally talked to a friend yesterday that I want to transform a jeep into an ev and I just found this, so this is literally a dream come true. Also: excellently shot and edited! Brilliant.

[@firstnamesecondname5341]

17:15 that blue van wasn’t having any of it 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@Bob_Burton]

@thong thong Of course, Jonny could have slowed down and dropped in behind it like a sensible driver

[@mv2000100]

defenders only thing that scares white van man...lol

[@macman6262-d1o]

at 17:19 blue van man applied brakes realizing that is no ordinary Defender because it accelerated too quickly and pays respect.

[@craigk1328]

He has to give way to the van. Not the other way around

[@edmundholmes7559]

@thong thong The highway code says that the car joining the dual carriageway has to give way. Van man was driving correctly.

[@wimvansevenant2884]

My fine way of starting the working day: oozing along country roads, in silence, with a calming voice as Johnny's on the background. A perfect start of a typical Britisch, sorry, Belgian gray and rainy day...! Wonderfull work Johnny!, aka Carpervert. Greetings from the silent country of Westvleteren, land of some of the nicest beers in the world (and luckily for me, just a mile from my home)

[@syburton8662]

Fantastic video Jonny! I've read it a few times through the comments, but your production is always far and above many others. These are the programmes we car lovers want on normal TV! As for the E Landy, it's an amazing idea, carried out in such a great way, will definitely be giving ecc a look for no doubt some interesting conversions. Keep it up Jonny, if this episode of the new name and format is anything to go by, then you've got it spot on....👌

[@MILKYBAR1969]

That was different for 22-minutes I was riveted. That was better than what the BBC could produce. Well done everybody involved.

[@patrickbonin137]

Johnny boy..your my new Clarkson...long live the king long live Johnny Pervert the new king of auto journalism 👍✌❤

[@deldridg]

Oh lordy - I have to jump up and down like a naughty schoolboy and object. Clarkson is not even on the same planet as our mate Jonny. If only he was on another planet, IMHO. I never liked the guy but as an Aussie, I can tell you that he upset many here making light of our devastating bushfires. Such a low breed. So there - I've had my say! :-)

[@anydaynow01]

What a great episode! Informative, imaginative, mellow energy and to the point!

[@DuaneCaldwell]

Brilliant film, Jonny, and an even more brilliant creation from Moggie and the team at Electric Classic Cars!!

[@paulonline2000]

Brilliant video Jonny! I think this is my first time commenting on a KZbin video but genuinely massively impressed, beautifully delivered. So much negativeity in the world right now and this provides a beautiful vision of what can be done! Not a massive patriot but stunning example of British engineering (using some American parts) and it makes me feel positive about what can be done. Thank you

[@Ro32da72]

A superb opening road-trip for the new channel, camera work and editing are exquisite (as usual) - some stunning shots. You've set the bar high lad.

[@andygranger3662]

Wow.. blown away by the production quality and professionalism of this video! Better than Top Gear.

[@ChrisBWelch]

Honestly Jonny this is by far the best review I have ever watched. Full of facts but also with passion! You were properly having fun my friend 😂

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Many thanks Chris - really chuffed you enjoyed it.

[@matthewhawkins5296]

I came here from the Smith & Sniff podcast which I happened to stumble into and can’t get enough of. The quality of this content is amazing. Jonny, you are en route to have an enormous stage here on YT. Keep it up 👍🏼

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thanks Matthew. We can hope. Glad you like both S&S and The Late Brake Show.

[@brianiswrong]

I have to say Jonny The opening 3 videos I have watch since the name change have been TV quality in content and filming/ editing 10/10.

[@mileshunter3280]

Absolutely excellent content. I enjoyed that more than anything I've seen on YT or TV in months.

[@mickcox5825]

Love the new format and brand. Great episode which is put together perfectly. Love the defender in electric, hopefully as more conversions are done the price will drop ! Looking forward to more videos soon

[@JohanRoman]

I am gobsmacked! What a wonderful car and an EXCELLENT episode Jonny. I am so glad for you that the name-change gave you the opportunity and possibility to do this kind of work!! Cheers and I wish you a terrific future!

[@IRBucephalus]

That opening scene was like Inception. I don't mean that because you look like DiCaprio.

[@matthewseymour8972]

Had to watch that bit again

[@1974UTuber]

This video does not dissapoint. Great subject well covered and very nicely presented. Was very British all round and I kept waiting for Tim Brook Taylor to pop out and give a speech about England to a recording of Land of Hope and Glory playing on the car stereo

[@PyreneesCyclingClub]

Having followed you for a while on KZbin and via Smith and Sniff, I was excited when you made the announcement about the new direction. This doesn't disappoint, a really well produced film. Best wishes to you, you will keep growing the channel with content like this 👍

[@Oldenroadie]

Absolutely awesome, the vehicle, the countryside, and the presentation. Jonny Smith hits it out of the park!

[@grayfool]

Where to start? Love the opening, very funny. Love the idea of converting classic cars to EV. The Land Rover is great, expensive but great. My lottery win conversion would have to be a Citroën DS. The classic one, not the modern stuff, obviously. Great work Jonny, thanks again.

[@Horizoncsafaris]

Be still me beating heart! Oh my! It’s just blooming perfection. Great video Jonny. Anyone who knows me knows I’m a life long LR fan. My ideal EV is a 1969 Series LR converted time EV and brought bang up to date 🙏

[@bnkwupt]

One of your best episodes yet! Really incredible vehicle.

[@jonreeves2788]

Without a doubt...your best video to date! Amazing cinematic display of excellence! Beautifully crafted shots of the Landy going through the Cotswolds. Stunning...just stunning!

[@rogermckenzie2711]

Best Landie I've seen for a long time!

[@BijanIzadi]

This was so freaking cool, at first I thought the prospect of removing engines from old (older than this one) cars would be sad, but as long as we keep a few with their original engines this is actually so much more fun of a way to keep these old cars driving

[@mauricesthomas2399]

This has been absolutely beautiful. From start to finish I love everything about this video, the presentation, the car, the consideration for mother earth and preservation of automotive history are all positives in my book. It has opened a doorway to as you put it guilt free enjoyment of classic cars and even performance cars as well . I'd be stoked to see you if possible and up to it do this to the charger 😉. God bless and keep up the exceptional work 🙏🏽🌍❤️

[@kkal1183]

The video editing and production are spot on. Real high level stuff here.

[@sriramsk1987]

I had to re-watch that intro! Clever :)

[@henryweedon2717]

Wow! Not only is the Defender amazing but also this video! Keep them coming!

[@superchargedpetrolhead]

Electric conversion of these classic cars are great unless that said classic car is revered for it's engine.

[@flammenjc]

Was about to say the same thing. For a Defender it makes absolute sense, the engine was never the focal point of the car, however when I see people turn a 911 or such into an EV it turns my stomach.

[@E2005-c4j]

It would be like making an electric supra

[@ianmangham4570]

If the electric has more grunt and acceleration than the original engine and can do at least 200 miles full charge I'll take it.

[@20xx-mm-dd]

@@ianmangham4570 maybe. I'd still prefer the growl and whine of the twin turbo supra than an electric version but thats because I'm nostalgic for the original. I already am completely sold on EVs for my vehicles but there's that outside hypothetical situation where I'd still keep an ICE. If I could I'd snap my fingers and make every new vehicle sold an EV, but for some older cars I wouldn't want to alter a peice of art like that. Its all preference and subjective opinion though. Evs will win out either way.

[@leecherone7601]

Awesome mate. I hated EV until I started watching your shows properly. This EV Defender has convinced me. I now need a EV in my life. I may have to convert my 1930 Model A HotRod into one. 🤔

[@wreckedcarzz]

Phenomenal camerawork and editing. I've been watching your channel since you left Fully Charged (which is a shame, you're such a good presenter and it's how I came about knowing you, but alas) and while your videos are always high-quality, this is just a cut above the rest (does anyone say that, anymore?). Just really good production that strongly impresses, more than usual.

[@gambriehewert1677]

Jonny's not the same since he left fully charged, him and llewellyn bounced off each other.

[@nameerkanderian4594]

I love the roar of a V8 like most petrolheads, but projects like this stir the soul. I have a 1977 280z 2+2 and been fantasizing about how it would be modified, so as to preserve it for longer. This video made me think of which brands would step up and join in an eDatsun effort on the interiors? This video is brilliant work on all fronts. Amazing engineering and genuine, deep appreciation for the Defender. Hats off to the Re-loved initiative by Barbour. More of that from others. Really well shot video Jonny. Respect!

[@caleb-snaps]

Production is amazing on this, great job!

[@connorp1513]

Absolutely brilliantly presented, written, produced... Faultless

[@kaihodson1469]

Fantastic video (again)! I had to rewatch the introduction. It was on point! A perfectly balanced video. Congrats!

[@stewartcowan5886]

Absolutely great film. Love the defender, instead of spending years bringing out a replacement, this may be what Land Rover should have been working on. Totally agree it’s the way to save classic vehicles for the future.

[@wmp4642]

Great piece of comsumer journalism, seriously good job mate I enjoyed every part of it 👍

[@realMaverickBuckley]

Love it. Great colour, always loved Barbour jackets and they suit the interior perfectly.

[@kenbone4535]

Been waiting on this one Jonny, so love the idea of the whole concept of taking this great car and making it better, for a modern age. Hope to own something similar one day.

[@MrVenezuelamagic]

You are the new Top Gear. Well done.

[@hcfradio]

Wow. This is absolutely amazing. Love that Defender and love the production of this video. Well done.

[@markscars1069]

Lovely production values. And it makes a change to watch content not punctuated with adverts every 3 minutes.

[@FranciscoRamirezAraya]

Fantastic video!! loved hearing the small sounds, seeing all the buttons. I wish you had done a build video but this is great

[@danjackson3672]

Good God man. The quality of your videos has gone through the roof. This was exceptional

[@MyMrno1]

I cannot tell you how much i loved this vid! utterly brilliant in every way! congratulations and well done Jonny!

[@sepehr_moghani]

This is some Top Gear level camera work. Well done 👍🏼 Johnny is a great presenter as well.

[@ckarcher]

An outstanding video and channel. I came across this on the quest for an EV conversion for my 2002 MX5. I can't wait to start this project!

[@Drdee1]

Love that opening scene ... and the rest of it!

[@phlpthms74]

In line with other comments that was an excellent presentation. I'm not a big Land Rover fan but that made me think "what a great piece of kit". For me that's a mark of a true professional. Well done Johnny. Also I like the new site name.

[@dankrafted]

Broadcast quality content of the highest order. Lovely stuff Jonny, well done team 👍

[@timbateman7202]

Loved every second of that, many thanks Jonny & to Selfridges for paying for it

[@SamHowson]

Great example of 'longer form' branded video. Continue leading in storytelling Jonny.

[@itchywitchy]

Absolutely fantastic, you have done an amazing job of showing this car off at its best.

[@nicktecky55]

17'00" I bet Blue Van Man got a shock!

[@edinburghgus8379]

The colour palette is excellent in this video. Either pure chance or Jonny secretly has an artistic eye for such things.

[@FishplateFilms]

As a Land Rover owner and EV fan ..I'm lost for words! Thank you so much Johnny for restoring my faith in the human race...well some of us! Top marks for all involved in this project:-) Cheers Gregg.

[@michaellomas1696]

Just rewatched this, I still love it. Bring on the future!

[@trevorwhite915]

That was a brilliant video, love the idea of turning old vehicles into EV’s hope to do it myself sometime in the future.

[@beto12345]

That company in every detail and service is perfect. The interior is wow, really nice.

[@ScenesThroughTravels]

Wow Jonny this was quite incredible , Your Content is awesome . Richard can be seen on Vintage Voltage .. So much more amazing stuff turned into electric

[@ukaussi]

If you have the cash I think this is one of the most worthwhile expenditures to breath life back into a "Classic" vehicle and bring it into the 21st century rather than assign it to the landfill

[@jryalls]

For me, this is where electric vehicles excite me. Replacing classic vehicle powertrains with electric makes so much sense. I really want and original Fiat 500 with an electric powertrain and a singer’d out interior for nipping to the shops. I literally couldn’t care less about the 2000hp cars or the 0-60 times etc.

[@simonberry9983]

That's 21minutes and 59 seconds I don't want back! Great work!

[@paulmarc7116]

Now you have a new name I can watch with the family and this was so good, please keep up this good quality and interesting content we love it 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎

[@athousandtinycobras4349]

Really cool! I hope there's UV-resistant film on the inside of those windows to protect that interior!

[@linseyyoung1772]

Totally - this is the way forward. If we want clean air to breath then ICE is going to have to go away. But if we want that to happen quickly we either have to scrap the entire ICE fleet before it's time at huge environmental cost for the scrappage or we can have a mass conversion program where only the drivetrains get scrapped and the rest of the vehicles get a second life as BEVs. Planning on doing this to my mk4 Transit and my Audi A2.

[@linseyyoung1772]

@@dantevxv1501 Well to wheel, even electricity generated by coal is more efficient than millions of individual internal combustion engines. But the grid is getting less carbon intensive all the time. Renewables are the cheapest form of generation, hence that's what's being built these days. No-one is building new coal generating plants, because they require you to buy coal to operate while the wind and sun are free... It's really a no brainer. Sure, batteries need to be produced with an associated energy cost of production. But you only have to dig the materials for a battery out of the ground once, as opposed to continuously for the fuel going into an internal combustion engine.

[@linseyyoung1772]

@@dantevxv1501 Batteries don't need replacing after four or five years, and wind turbines don't take more energy to create than they generate over their lifespan. Both of your statements are simply untrue. Edit: I misread your comment - after ten years, they may well be nearing the end of their useful life as a vehicle battery. But that's not the end of their usefulness. They can be and are being repurposed as stationary energy storage at the end of their life as vehicle batteries. Even after that, they contain all of the valuable raw materials required to make new batteries. Lead acid batteries are recycled now - what makes you think lithium Ion cells won't be to recover those materials?

[@PhantomMark]

Well Johnny, not sure how much help you had with the production on this one, but if this was all your own doing without the help of a production team be very proud, I noted you were worrying and commenting about such things very recently, if this is your standard you have nothing to worry about, great vid, well delivered as many others said already.

[@rwg2626]

If I ever win the lotto, I’m going to them with a list of cars I want converted to electric

[@jsboeve]

The quality of directing, editing, and shooting in this video far exceeds a 200k sub count. Excellent work!

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Thanks Jordan. I have a few talented colleagues around me that allow us to create amazing videos like this when budget allows.

[@casualsmartie1942]

Best motoring vid i've watched for a while and this is quickly becoming my fave channel. Also I want that Defender lol

[@CaroAbebe]

This was one of the loveliest videos I’ve seen on the channel. Personally, I wouldn’t like to own an E-LANDER, but I would dearly love to come across one some time. Looks simply great and is not a diesel car ...

[@mikejf4377]

You should check out his video on TV, they did a crazy Range Rover that was awesome. I think this is a way to go for one of theses. Great video. Very beautiful country side. My wife is from Ary.