Longest EV range at 55 mph?

by Daniel N.
(Cincinnati, OH, USA)

John and Julie's Toyota Pickup EV Conversion

I need to drive 80-90 miles a day on the Interstate. What is the longest range anyone has gotten out of their EV at 55 miles per hour? (I don't need to speed or go 65 MPH if I am saving money.)

Hi, Daniel!
The Toyota pickup AC conversion in the photo above claims 85-200 mile range at conservative freeway speeds, using regular lead acid batteries. A LOT of them; )

For the kind of range and speed you require, I'd really recommend the AC drive system with its strong regenerative braking capability.

Regards,
Lynne

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