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mnbv69 · 08-12-16, 02:45 AM

I've also recently bought a Nissan Leaf, a "2nd generation" one and one of the first built here in the UK, in 2013.
Are you aware of mynissanleaf.com? Huge amounts of expertise on there including battery modelling to take account of your climate, mileage etc.

Temperature is the killer for the LMO cells in these cars so you might want to keep it in the shade when it gets hot! Also avoid charging in the heat, ideally do it overnight.
You're certainly right to keep the air pressure high in the tyres, and use LRR versions. It makes a big difference to range.

08-12-16, 02:45 AM	#48
mnbv69 Lurking Renovator Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: UK Posts: 8 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	I've also recently bought a Nissan Leaf, a "2nd generation" one and one of the first built here in the UK, in 2013. Are you aware of mynissanleaf.com? Huge amounts of expertise on there including battery modelling to take account of your climate, mileage etc. Temperature is the killer for the LMO cells in these cars so you might want to keep it in the shade when it gets hot! Also avoid charging in the heat, ideally do it overnight. You're certainly right to keep the air pressure high in the tyres, and use LRR versions. It makes a big difference to range.