Can I buy a solar panel tricker charger for a Toyota eCVT?
My mother-in-law is 82 and every other week her hybrid Toyota e-CVT is going flat in the Autumn. Yes, maybe a new battery is in order (it's coming up to five years old) however I wondered if there is a trickle charge solar panel out there that can keep power into the battery via a cigarette lighter or other (expecting the panel would be best on the back shelf).
Asked on 10 October 2022 by Charles McLeod
Answered by
Lawrence Allan
Yes, there are a number of solar panel trickle chargers designed specifically for charging 12-volt car batteries. Have a look at retailers such as Halfords, Argos, Wilco and Amazon where you will find a number to choose from.
If you cover no more than 100 miles per day and have easy access to a charging point at home or work, then an EV is ideal for you.
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