NISSAN LEAF 30KW - 680 MILES TO GOODWOOD FOS CHALLENGE - EXTENDED VERSION

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This video documents an ambitious 680-mile round trip challenge from North Yorkshire to the Goodwood Festival of Speed in a Nissan Leaf 30 kWh, with the key constraint of no pre-planning, mimicking traditional petrol car journeys. The reviewer highlights the Leaf's quiet and comfortable ride, comparing it favorably to premium brands. However, the primary takeaway is the significant impact of range anxiety and the reliance on charging infrastructure. The journey was extended by several hours due to traffic and the unreliability of charging points, with the hosts frequently having to deviate to find working chargers. While the Leaf proved capable of the distance, the experience underscored that EV travel, especially without planning, is not as seamless as petrol car travel. The cost savings in 'fuel' were substantial, but the time penalty was considerable. The reviewer concludes that while an EV can be used for long journeys, it requires a different approach and better infrastructure.