RENAULT ZOE ZE40 UK EV ROAD TRIP: 848 MILES IN AN ALL-ELECTRIC RENTAL

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This video documents an extensive 848-mile road trip across the UK in a rental Renault ZOE ZE40, highlighting the practicalities of EV travel in the region. The reviewer found the ZOE surprisingly peppy, capable of highway speeds, though lacking the initial zip of a Bolt EV. Real-world range was observed to be around 100 miles on a full charge, with overnight trickle charging proving effective for topping up. The UK's charging infrastructure, particularly the Eco-Tricity network, is described as generally easy to use, though occasional issues like a charger being occupied or requiring an RFID card were noted. A minor quirk was the inability to use navigation while charging. Despite the limitations of the older ZE40 model and the rental car's basic equipment, the trip successfully demonstrated the viability of EV road trips and the growing charging network in the UK.