ELECTRIC SNOWMOBILE TAIGA MOTORS EKKO | Breakdown (Review)

Ever thought what an electric snowmobile would be like? Wait no longer! Taiga Motors has you covered! In this review video we break down what's going on and get your thoughts on these revolutionary snowmobiles! #taigamotors #snowmobile #ekko #electricvehicle #EV

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[snoogboonin]

When the battery tech improves, its obviously going to be the future. Imagine not having to do engine maintenance.

[stevem]

Seems like these will be good for ski resorts and as working sleds were you are not racking up big miles and are relatively close to a charging station. Not quite there yet for trail riding where even gas stations can get a little sparse. Will be cool to see how they evolve over time.

[nate]

I'd love to try one of these, I do love my two strokes, but as someone who used to race brushless R/C trucks I know how awesome electric power can be. I think the limit on electric vehicles currently is the battery, LiPo is awesome but to really win people over we need to come up with something better. If the crossover sled had 250 km range I would put my reservation in right now.

[MrArcticPOWER]

The weight is actually impressive considering that you dont have to ad 80lbs of fuel. On top of that, no radiator under the tunnel so no ice accumulation. The price is also surprising when you compare how expensive electric motorcycles are. If the only ''downside'' is noise, then I'm all for it.

[oldteck]

So many comments "electric is still 10 years away". guess what.... IT'S HERE..thanks for the video... "Liked"

[johanneswielenga]

Great video! You are right about the feeling of going up a hill with a 2-stroke, I don't think I can ever give that up!

[ksvang]

We might have one at our store (CC Cycle) in April for people to check out if we can get Taiga to swing by on their demo tour.

[cypriano]

I want an approach sled for ski touring. To me it makes sense. Gonna wait for the yamaha electric sled tho

[rickhartley]

180 continuous horsepower is amazing. Might need one as flat land rider

[robertbartholomew]

Portable solar panels while you eat. I use them now when I go out sledding over night for electronics we take and they pump way more power than you would need.

[autoflowerbudz]

You killed this video Matt!!! Editing is getting way better.. information on point.. and drank a 24 Budweiser

[dangrippe]

I think you are right on a lot of points, especially on battery performance and cost of replacement. My daughter has a 2006 Escape Hybrid and was having some issues with the battery system 2 years ago. Brought it to Ford and the cost of a replacement battery pak was $11, 000 USD!!! With 130, 000 miles this is a vehicle worth $4000. But at least as a hybrid it can still function without the battery.

[camaxtedsparkluck]

Absolutely want one, the future is here. 180 h.p. is just the beginning,
Betting there will be a 250 h.p. soon

[kylegroves]

This could be something that is good for people more of the grid as well. Being able to generate electricity through solar and wind and having reliable transportation for all times of the year could be super beneficial.

[lukeweissbach]

Definitely loved this video! Keep up the good work!

[Show-me-how-now]

Good Video. Thanks for making it.
I live in Canada and I own a tesla. As you said the power and capacity is reduced when the battery is cold. Essentially, internal battery resistance is reduced when it's cold and the electrons have a harder time moving from the anode to cathode and vice versa when they are cold. However, once the battery warms up, the power and capacity returns to normal. There is common myth with my friends that the cold somehow damages the battery.
In a car like my Tesla, I typically lose a about 40% of my range in very cold temperatures because of the heater. However, I've tried testing the range in the cold with the heater off, and guess what, the cold temperature range is very similar to the summer range. With the heater off I only lose about 10% of my range. This is because of increased air density (i.e. more drag) and the increased rolling resistance of the winter tires. Since a sled doesn't a cabin to heat, I wouldn't worry to much about the cold range. The thing that will affect an EV sled's range the most is driving style and type of snow.


The last thing I would like to mention, is when you leave for the time in the morning and the battery is cold soaked, the sled will have less power until the battery is warm. Li-ion batteries are like people and they prefer to be at around 20 to 40 degrees Celsius. The battery can be preheated using a preheater and once you are driving, you can capture waste heat from the chain case and electric motor to keep the battery warm.
Have a good one :) Cheers

[MC-gpke]

Mixed about electric. .nothing going to replace all that I've come acustom to on my gas powered sled.
I'd give one a honest work out. Interesting stats.
Content for you video was informative and helped me keep an open mind towards testing one out! Thanks Matt!

[samueldysart]

180hp is a lot more hp than I thought there would be. I wonder if there is a reflash. 200+ hp

[Pascal_Robert--Rc_Creations]

I had a Chance to drive one, it's not all that different from any other sled driving wise, but the initial punch is noticeably harder than other machines.

[dalin]

as much as i love the sound and experience of running a gas motor the convenience of electric is pretty cool.. in my rc toys i basically never run the gas ones any more as its just to much hassle.. but i think once we all switch to electric the whole sport might die because the enthusiasm will fade as well