He hasn't paid for fuel in 10 years, has never run out of charge, and was inspired by a famous race across the outback. Retired industrial engineer Ziga Dorkic wants to show you how it's done — for the Earth.
Thought of you fine folks when I came across this article on aussie.zone
“When it’s not plugged into the home the van’s batteries are being charged by a 1-kilowatt panel on its roof and small panels on the sides which charge the indicators and lights.”
I feel like the PV panels on the side are just gratuitous. Can’t imagine they’d contribute much, right?
I could see them adding a significant charge in morning/late afternoon when the sun is low. Im dont actually know though lol
You’re correct. Only the roof is likely to give significant power. Been there and done that, on the opposite side of the planet though. :)
We generally have a fair bit more sun light than youse do.
“When it’s not plugged into the home the van’s batteries are being charged by a 1-kilowatt panel on its roof and small panels on the sides which charge the indicators and lights.”
Must’ve missed that part. Thanks!