BeckyinVT
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Here's my "I tried the search, but didn't find anything, but if I missed a similar conversation please link me to it" disclaimer.
Ok, got that out of the way. Now here's my scenario: I just bought a certified-preowned 2013 SL with 17k miles and 12 bar capacity (bose sound system, 360 cameras, red (my favorite) - as far as I can tell this one has every option.) None of the dealers near me have any used Leafs of any kind - so while I am in VT my new car is over 200 miles away from me in MA.
I *think* I've got my route home planned out. But I'm looking for any good suggestions, things I should keep an eye on, concerns from more experienced drivers who have done road trips with multiple charge stops.
The sales guy I worked with drives these cars daily. He told me that between inexperience and cold temps I shouldn't plan on driving more than 50 miles between charges. My current route is 39 miles (non-interstate) to an L2 charge (a good lunch stop) and then 49 miles to my parents. There I'll have an overnight charge at a wall outlet. Next comes a 36 mile drive, an L2 at a B&B, Then a 52 mile jump to a stop that has a quick charger and an L2. This does include some time on the interstate, but I'm not afraid of going 50 or 55mph if that's what I've got to do to make it. The next run is another 50 miles and THAT is on an interstate that involves some hills (hilly Vermont, but no mountains).
Does that seem reasonable? Am I pushing my luck? There are no chargers on the 52 mile stretch at all. I'd have to go 20 miles off the interstate to find one. I can do that if I have to, but ugh.
Once I get the car home there are chargers everywhere. That and I only drive about 5-10 miles a day. The car will be perfect for me, assuming I can get it home...
Ok, got that out of the way. Now here's my scenario: I just bought a certified-preowned 2013 SL with 17k miles and 12 bar capacity (bose sound system, 360 cameras, red (my favorite) - as far as I can tell this one has every option.) None of the dealers near me have any used Leafs of any kind - so while I am in VT my new car is over 200 miles away from me in MA.
I *think* I've got my route home planned out. But I'm looking for any good suggestions, things I should keep an eye on, concerns from more experienced drivers who have done road trips with multiple charge stops.
The sales guy I worked with drives these cars daily. He told me that between inexperience and cold temps I shouldn't plan on driving more than 50 miles between charges. My current route is 39 miles (non-interstate) to an L2 charge (a good lunch stop) and then 49 miles to my parents. There I'll have an overnight charge at a wall outlet. Next comes a 36 mile drive, an L2 at a B&B, Then a 52 mile jump to a stop that has a quick charger and an L2. This does include some time on the interstate, but I'm not afraid of going 50 or 55mph if that's what I've got to do to make it. The next run is another 50 miles and THAT is on an interstate that involves some hills (hilly Vermont, but no mountains).
Does that seem reasonable? Am I pushing my luck? There are no chargers on the 52 mile stretch at all. I'd have to go 20 miles off the interstate to find one. I can do that if I have to, but ugh.
Once I get the car home there are chargers everywhere. That and I only drive about 5-10 miles a day. The car will be perfect for me, assuming I can get it home...