Range Extender

[dg!]

It would be nice to have a range extender/generator that fit the frunk. Could be used for camping too. Maybe propane?

 

[Cody]

Yes totally agree I'd love to see a gas based range extender option offered.

Look at how popular the Scout Harvester (range extender model) has been over the regular full EV -- reservations are currently more than 80%+ for the range extender model than full EV.

Source - https://www.scoutevforum.com/forum/...vation-deposits-list-tracker-stats-📋-📊.10906/

 

[cvollers]

Yes totally agree I'd love to see a gas based range extender option offered.

Look at how popular the Scout Harvester (range extender model) has been over the regular full EV -- reservations are currently more than 80%+ for the range extender model than full EV.

Source - https://www.scoutevforum.com/forum/threads/2027-scout-reservation-deposits-list-tracker-stats-📋-📊.10906/

I have one of those reservations.

 

[kcht66]

Will be really cool if like option someone build an ER system..! Like an generator with a small tank to recharge the batteries in remote places.
That’s the amazing thing with this concept..!!!
Will be a huge success with customization and options.!!! The imagination is the limit..!!

 

[metroshot]

If you want an EREV, look at the Scout.

If you want just a simple small truck for local commutes then the Slate will do the job.

I have the Ford Mach E and its 70kWh battery is more than enough for daily commuting plus road trips.

I have a reservation on the Scout as well to transition from the Mach E; but now I am looking at the SUV version of the Slate for a lot less $$$.

 

[zipn]

The next gen Rouge is supposed to be an erev. Made n USA too

 

[AZFox]

The bed is twenty square feet. How about a solar bed cover (tonneau) for boosting the battery when the truck is parked in the sun.

I live in a place called "The Valley of the Sun", so there's that to consider.

 

[dg!]

ZF just announced a generic Range Extender (eRE) and the electric Range Extender plus (eRE+) . Maybe they could create an option for Slate

 

[KSCessnaDriver]

I plan on building a generic range extender to sit in the back. I've got an odd commute that usually involved around about 165 miles each way, but the car typically sits for 3-4 days before I come home. I plan on using some typical home storage LFP batteries, a small inverter and a small charger, to allow the thing to charge while it sits in the parking lot. And I can charge my portable charger up for free at home on my solar.

 

[Ewwgas]

The problem is they are not that good, if you did a small one like a bmw style i3 rEX you would only be getting like 15 miles per gallon. You would need a full size drive system to be efficient.

 

[metroshot]

I plan on building a generic range extender to sit in the back. I've got an odd commute that usually involved around about 165 miles each way, but the car typically sits for 3-4 days before I come home. I plan on using some typical home storage LFP batteries, a small inverter and a small charger, to allow the thing to charge while it sits in the parking lot. And I can charge my portable charger up for free at home on my solar.

With the extended range pack, why not find public fast chargers or even Tesla Destination L2 chargers along the way ?

BTW are you an active private pilot ?

 

[KSCessnaDriver]

With the extended range pack, why not find public fast chargers or even Tesla Destination L2 chargers along the way ?

BTW are you an active private pilot ?

Of course, having fast chargers is an option, but they're not going to be nearly as cost effective as charging using my solar power from home. Unfortunately the car sits in a remote parking lot with no charging options while I'm at work, so I'm trying to be creative. But with a 2-4 day sit, it's not going to take a huge inverter setup, even just a level 1 charger would work for while it sits.

I am a pilot, haven't flown any GA in a decade plus. Not sure I'd even step foot in a single engine piston again.

 

[metroshot]

I am just starting my PPL training at a senior age as I near retirement.
Just passed 3rd class FAA medical - took 6 months due to my age!
My dream is to own a Piper single engine and be able to get to remote fly fishing destinations when I retire.

Here's something that might be better than carrying around extra batteries:

EV Solar charger while on the road

 

[KSCessnaDriver]

I am just starting my PPL training at a senior age as I near retirement.
Just passed 3rd class FAA medical - took 6 months due to my age!
My dream is to own a Piper single engine and be able to get to remote fly fishing destinations when I retire.

Here's something that might be better than carrying around extra batteries:

EV Solar charger while on the road

20 miles a day is woefully low for that cost, not to mention where I live, that would be basically useless all winter. Neat concept though

For the same price, I could build you a battery/inverter/charger combo to do more than that per day.