jackbowers
Jack Bowers
The range reduction when towing is primarily due to the increased aerodynamic drag produced by what is being towed, not the weight of what is being towed. That’s why you can achieve a lower Wh/mi number with your Bowlus than I can with my significantly lighter Alto trailer; the shape of the Bowlus results in less drag.
True when driving a flat course. But driving to camping locations or lakes often involves elevation changes. As an extreme example, towing 5000 lbs from the Rocklin Supercharger to the Truckee Supercharger (a distance of 80 miles) isn't possible with a P90D Model X and probably won't be with the Model Y either. (though it might work with the 2400 lb Bowlus; I definitely plan to try that!)