Part 1: Scottish Highlands ELECTRIC CAMPERVAN - Nissan e-NV200 40kWh upgrade testing

[@billyray323]

I'm a little jealous, because I bought a leaf instead, so as to dip my toe into the EV world, I think in due course I'll dive into a van instead. Love watching your tours, thanks also for sharing your knowledge to us all 😉 Stay safe and happy ✌🏻🇬🇧🥂

[@coxnigel820]

Nice to see you both back on your adventures again looks amazing place in Scotland

[@LukeBiddell]

Yay, you're back and I'm back on holiday with you. Love a good roar when sending. Outstanding.

[@GlynHudson]

Haha, thanks. That was quite a fight!

[@LukeBiddell]

@@GlynHudson it's a tough grade. Respect.

[@jezthomas4402]

Thanks for putting the vid together; glad the 40 is working out. I’d be really keen to hear some info on a comparison with how you are now doing things differently compared to the 24, including time taken, more location options, cost differences, what you love, what you miss, change of driving speed, etc. This would be super useful for the many of us out there weighing up whether to go 40 or stick with 24. FYI I’m buying a 24 next week and it’s your fault! 😜 Thanks for all your guidance and encouragement.

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks for your comment. In terms of time taken, the 40 will be faster, but probably not by that much since the rapid charging power is still mostly the same. However, it's slightly more convenient to be able to charge for longer less often rather than lots of short stops, it just gives a bit more flexibility. However, the 24 is still very capable, especially not there are so many rapid charging options compared to when I first got the van. Great to hear your getting an e-nv200! Best of luck

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@jezthomas4402]

@@sharonbraselton4302 I'm now selling my env and getting a tesla and a tent because the 24 battery has proved extremely hard for summer trips, and impossible for winter trips - I literally can't get between chargers, and there are no 40 batteries available here in New Zealand, and the price of importing one is crazy :-( I'll hopefully get back to an EV van in a couple of years when there might be a secondhand market with something I can afford. The Peugeot e-expert has just arrived but it's $30k more than a tesla and I can't afford it. Ford are also bringing out the e-Transit custom early next year, so hopefully there will be some secondhand ones kicking around in a couple of years.

[@paulclark3382]

Looking forward to part 2. We are hoping to get an electric campervan soon.

[@philrichard9755]

Looks like you've had a great time, thanks for sharing and inspiring electric van touring!

[@batandball617]

Fantastic to see some more adventures, thank you for sharing!

[@gvdmaas]

Nice trip with your upgraded batteries. Awesome. The more rapid charges the better the journey is relaxed.

[@EdTurner.]

Nice one Glyn, Happy your bigger battery is working out for you. I am sat charging our model 3 next to a canal on a free charger as my wife has been out in it all day working, and its adding 193 miles per hour. I am also enjoying the fact the A/C can left on while we go for a walk, as my silly springer has been charging about in 28 degrees Celsius for the last half hour. Nothing like combining a dog walk with a free charge. I always appreciate the time and effort you two put into your films, and just so you know, they are a real escape . cheers Ed

[@GlynHudson]

That sounds delightful, your springer looks beautiful. If it's anything like ours they have so much crazy energy!

[@vernepavreal7296]

Awesome video guys thanks even without the scenery reminded me of when we had a campervan and I had a gorgeous border collie golden retriever guide dog Who played as hard as he worked cheers

[@vernepavreal7296]

Thought I should perhaps add we are hoping to get a BYDT3 electric van to use as a camper and my current guy dog 20 years later is a retired greyhound I’ve trained in myself well at least he runs well cheers

[@steffenfreyberg9504]

I was in Ullapool 30 years ago with an East German fishing ship :)

[@PlanetCypher_]

Looks amazing, thanks for making the effort on the audio too with the rode mics, really make a big difference to the video👍 U got me hanging for part 2 now! Although I think I know whats coming.😀

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks for your kind comment, I agree the mic makes a big difference, especially when recording auto when driving. I guess you follow me on twitter?!

[@jackDpeacemaker]

Hi Glyn, Amazing adventure with the ENV 200. Can't wait to get my ENV converted and head to the highlands. looking forward to part 2. Great video

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks for your comment, bes of luck with you build! It will be worth it.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@BeliSetip]

Great video, team. So great to see part of the land of some of my ancestors, including Gills of Perth and Edinborough. My only problem is it makes waiting for my BYD T3 EV (very similar to your eNV200) even harder. Originally the first 50 were due in Australia in October, last word was they'd take deposits in October for delivery in December. Not a whisper for the last 2 weeks. Playing part 2 now to cheer me back up. Keep up the great work :)

[@finvka1]

Scotland looks fantastic! You had some very nice weather also. 😊👍⚡

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks, yes we did. The weather makes a big difference

[@sandyhagen9155]

Great video, and already looking forward to Part 2! We’ve been so lucky with the weather here in Scotland since round about the middle of June this year. There’s only been a couple of bad days really. Certainly makes a difference for visitors to be able to see the scenery!! 😂😂

[@GlynHudson]

Indeed, it's been the best weather trip I've ever had in Scotland, certainly makes a big difference! Stunning place to live

[@GlynHudson]

Indeed, it's been the best weather trip I've ever had in Scotland, certainly makes a big difference! Stunning place to live

[@B0jangle5]

Nice shades! I've just bought a Renault Zoe and planning a trip to Scotland myself :D

[@mattboston8696]

Great vid 👍 battery upgrade certainly appears to have been worth it

[@TheEVside]

Great VLOG guys

[@ianjames3078]

My favourite chargers on our routine South Wales to Scotland trip is the MFG station…….if only every charger location was like that! Great channel. Subbed.

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks! Yes, MFG are doing a good job with EV charging. I've heard they have now opened a few more similar sized hubs.

[@matthewboothman129]

I live in inverness and always like watching these to see if I see if I passed u haha, I love toridon hour drive from where I live and best thing about Scotland is everything looks so different toridon is like Iceland

[@GlynHudson]

Awesome, what a great place to live!

[@Jamesandkate]

Cracking vid 👍🏻

[@andreh3026]

You're back! 🥳

[@paulrichards1061]

Excellent filming Glyn. Maybe I will convert my e-nv200 after all, although my wife wants to know how you get on without a toilet and shower on board?

[@GlynHudson]

We often stay in campsites or near a public toilet. Getting a porta potty is a good idea, there are some compact units available which can fit under the bed when not I use.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@SirHackaL0t.]

Interesting that those first EVPower chargers are advertised as 150kw but only at 800V.

[@GlynHudson]

Most EV battery packs are 400V, only a few new and expensive vehicles use 800V e.g Porsche taycan, Inoiq 5. So 800V is very future proof

[@coolfrost6]

I'm crossing my fingers that vw i.d buzz will come in a camper version. If and when then I will be replacing my i3 and going adventuring ;) Thanks for showing how good electric camper vans can be.

[@GlynHudson]

I'm certain there will be a campervan version of the ID buzz, although maybe not on launch day. That will be an exciting van. Although the new Vauxhall Vivaro-e which is currently available looks very impressive

[@coolfrost6]

@@GlynHudson Thanks for the good suggestion somehow i got it in my mind that the Vivaro-e was larger than it was, it would have be our only car. If they start selling the camper version here in Denmark I will have to book a test drive.

[@GlynHudson]

@@coolfrost6 It's also available as a people carrier under the Citroen, so it's not too large, but bigger than the e-NV200 uk.motor1.com/news/447082/citroen-spacetourer-electric-uk-pricing/

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@leeseymour9831]

Hi, great video. Can i ask how you upgraded the battery on your e-nv200 please to increase your range? Was it that you just bought the newer 40kwh battery fitted to the 2018 onward vans? We have a 2016 24kwh e-nv200. Many thanks

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks, here's a video on the upgrade process kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJ7dnYGNd9ONfbMsi=HtMXcKQJnnZ8TI8c

[@timetostartup3451]

Great content! What app are you using to monitor the battery status? I’m on the edge of buying a 19reg for £8k!

[@GlynHudson]

Leafspy

[@daiwilson412]

What App were you using for the data of the charge/battery/batt temp etc? Also are you using the cruise control? Thanks and love watching the vids.

[@GlynHudson]

Hi, I use Open Vehicle Monitoring System (ovms) for the telematics and I've fitted a 3rd party cruise control system shop.openenergymonitor.com/open-vehicle-monitoring-ovms-wifi-3g-europe/

[@daiwilson412]

@@GlynHudson Thanks Glyn, Do you mind me asking why you choose a separate 3rd party cruise control? The reason for the original question is because I’ve noticed it does seem to use more power when on a motorway/dual carriageway and wondered if you had a similar issue. Cheers again. 🤙

[@GlynHudson]

@@daiwilson412 my van didn't have any cruise control fitted as standard. I've not noticed an increase in energy consumption when using cruise control on the flat, actually the opposite I've found CC makes me drive more efficiently since I don't accidentally find myself driving faster and faster! Obviously, using CC on hilly terrain will use more power since it will try to maintain the same speed up hill and then regen instead of coasting on the downhill.

[@billyray323]

Hello mate, what's the best app to find chargers in Scotland.

[@GlynHudson]

@@billyray323 use zapmap to find charging stations and Charge Place Scotland to activate them

[@SirHackaL0t.]

Did you have to use an rfid card for the scottish chargers?

[@GlynHudson]

Yes, there is also an app for Charge Place Scotland, but we've found the RFID to be more reliable. You can order it here: account.chargeplacescotland.org/register

[@SirHackaL0t.]

@@GlynHudson Ta. Will order one. :) Well,. That was easy! Card on it’s way. 👍

[@antonybeaumont2697]

Hiya Glynn just a quick question 🤔 what is the difference between rapid 3.3 and rapid+ 6.6 and can both charge in an hour 🤔

[@GlynHudson]

The 3.3kW model can only charge at 3.3kW from AC which will add 12 miles of range for each hr of charging. The rapid+ can charge at 6.6kw which will add 23 miles of range for each hr of charging. They both DC rapid charge at the same speed (50kW).

[@antonybeaumont2697]

@@GlynHudson I have seen a Teckna 3.3 rapid with colour coded bumpers for £14500 with 30k on the clock but doesnt come with a granny cable? Bargain or about average? Would probably prefer a 6.6kw rapid+?

[@antonybeaumont2697]

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[@GlynHudson]

@@antonybeaumont2697 I'm not up-to-date on current 2nd hand pricing, but it doest seem a particularly good deal. Personally, I've found the 6.6kW onboard charger very useful. I would prefer a black bumper since minor scuffs show up less! Here's a rapid+ model for less www.ebay.co.uk/itm/203520257017?hash=item2f62c0abf9:g:x8UAAOSwzUtg6LZI

[@antonybeaumont2697]

@@GlynHudson how long ago was that one for sale that would have been perfect. Great price I see what you mean with the black bumper being more practical 👍

[@avidviewer1]

Great video. Thanks so much. But please watch out for ticks - they find bare legs particularly delicious!

[@st4849]

Your dog is cute! May I ask what sort of spaniel is she?

[@GlynHudson]

Thanks! He's a rescue, we think he's s sprocker spaniel

[@st4849]

@@GlynHudson Exactly what I thought. Never heard this term before, but he looks bigger than a cocker and smaller than a springer. Very nice mix, that's how spaniels should look in my view 😁

[@williamnoble294]

What speed were you averaging?

[@GlynHudson]

I have no idea the average speed, but we usually cruse about 55 mph

[@Madonsteamrailways]

Did I hear you say something about there only being about 45 miles of battery range? For a camper, that’s absolutely nothing!! I’m getting a Vauxhall Combo Life Electric single person camper!!

[@GlynHudson]

The original 2014 env200 had a 24KWh battrey which got about 70 miles of range, I drove 50,000 with this battey on campervan trips until a coupe of years ago when I upgraded the battey pack to 40kWh. I now get about 130 miles of range.

[@sharonbraselton4302]

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[@phillipuk1]

What apps Glyn are you using and find best to monitor your van battery electrics ? ;-) Best ... Phillip

[@GlynHudson]

Hi Phillip, I use LeafSpy and OVMS (OpenVehicleMonitoringSystem) shop.openenergymonitor.com/open-vehicle-monitoring-system-ovms-wifi-4g-sim-ant-included/

[@geoffparsons1461]

You should not travel with the dog on your lap if the airbag went off in an accident it could kill the dog

[@GlynHudson]

The van doesn't have passanger airbags!

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