electric PU that can tow 11,000lbs

mowermech wrote:
As with all electric vehicles, I need to know how far it will go at night, in a snowstorm, at 20 below zero, with lights, heat, defrost, wipers, etc. running full blast.
Of course, I also need to know how far it will go between charges in 105 degree heat, with air conditioning running.
Now, add a Travel Trailer with a GVW of 10,750 lbs. to the mix, plus 5 190 pound people and a couple hundred pounds of tools and miscellaneous.
NOW how far will it go on a full charge, and how long weill it take to fully re-charge it?
It is always easy to brag about how wonderful something is under ideal conditions, but what about in the real world where we all live, where the conditions are often (if not usually) less than ideal?

Jon,

Outstanding perceptions above .... and exactly how I feel.

It's pretty tough to contain in any batteries yet available the energy per cubic inch that gasoline and diesel do ... and then fill those batteries in 7-10 minutes while others are waiting in line behind you.

... And the last time I checked gobs of ICE or electrical horsepower and torque is of no help when traction is lacking.

Unfortunately the GeeWhiz factor will probably over-rule those who carefully think out and evaluate new stuff like we do, with the end result that they'll sell - or should I say be financed - like hotcakes. It's interesting watching a sucker or two being born every minute.

And BTW, we do have a horse residing on our property that should be good for 25-30 years with not one battery replacement required.