Road tripping with the MG Windsor EV: My Experience

I have lately discovered that there are plenty of routes from Bangalore that are friendly for EVs like the MG Windsor with a limited 300kms range

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For the driving enthusiast in me, the ability to go anywhere on a whim is one of the perks of owning a good ICE car like my Skoda Yeti. So when I bought a MG Windsor, I assumed that this is not a car to satisfy my wanderlust, but one that makes my city rides less stressful.

However, I have lately discovered that there are plenty of routes from Bangalore that are friendly for EVs like Windsor with a limited 300kms range, and some planning can open up electrifying experiences beyond the confines of the city. This thread is to share details from my experiences on such routes to help more EV owners plan their weekend drives from Bangalore.

So here goes the first of the many to follow:

The Sahyadri Run

Bangalore - Mysore [140kms]

Starting with the SOC at 100% in Namma Bengaluru, it is a smooth ride on the expressway all the way to the first pitstop at Mysore. The Zeon fast charger on Hunsur Road is a perfect place to top up the car while you can enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at the restaurant across the street.

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Mysore - Subramanya [163kms]

Get set for a scenic drive all the way till Subramanya. Don't miss the gourmet cafes enroute (like Coffee District in Somwarpet) and the spectacular Bisile viewpoint.

Stay at the Aurum Subramanya to benefit from the Rebolt charger on site.

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Subramanya - Dharmasthala [52kms]

Take the route via Gundya to reach Dharmasthala with a stop at the Soutadka Ganapati temple. Following your visit to the Manjunatha Swami Temple, you can plan a pitstop at the Hotel Aditya view to combine your lunch and car charging at the Zeon unit on site.

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Dharmasthala - Sakaleshpura [70kms]

Drive through Shiradi ghats hills to reach the unique star shaped fort at Manjarabad (pic credit: wikipedia). You can head out from here to the Skybirds Hotel in Hassan/Shantigrama for a coffee break. You can charge your car at the Zeon charger onsite.

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Hassan - Bangalore [180kms]

Zip through the highway all the way till Bangalore.

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