A WEEK LIVING IN MY MERCEDES EQV ELECTRIC VAN WITH MY FAMILY - AM I CRAZY? IS IT A GOOD CAMPER?

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This video documents a week-long family camping trip in a Mercedes EQV electric van, exploring its practicality as a mobile living space. The reviewer highlights the van's spaciousness and adaptability, noting modifications like an awning rail and window blinds that enhance the camping experience. Key positives include the ability to use heating and air conditioning without engine noise, the comfortable ride, and effective regenerative braking, especially on hills. The large 100kWh battery is deemed sufficient for extended use, providing ample range even with accessories running. However, the reviewer points out the lack of integrated charging infrastructure at many tourist locations in areas like the Cotswolds and Malverns as a significant drawback for EV campers. Charging experiences were mixed, with some public chargers requiring phone calls for remote restarts and not always being readily available or contactless. Despite these charging inconveniences and a minor critique about the tailgate controls and ride on bumpy roads, the overall verdict is highly positive, praising the EQV as a comfortable, practical, and enjoyable electric campervan, especially for families, with a surprisingly low running cost of around £20 for the week's charging.