Over the years, I have used quite a lot of hand trucks, trolleys and carts. But until recently, I couldn’t try Bougerv’s electric van. Given how much time I spent covering the minibike, this $400 van doesn’t feel too far from my usual territory.
What is the difference between Bougeville and a regular truck? In short, it has a battery-powered motor that can do the heavy lifting for you, so instead of manually pushing or pulling the cart, it provides you with a power assistant to move it easily.
A truck was piled high with communications, fans, a set of coconut water and garbage bags.
Most of the trucks are assembled. You just need to eject in the front wheel, connect the power cable and screw it onto the handle. The setup weighs less than 40 pounds and can withstand up to 440 pounds. It is powered by a double brushless 250-watt motor in the rear wheels, dragging the handle as double the electronic brake when upright, calling it a “position sensing brake.” (There is even an electric brake lever.) I recommend using a manual wheel lock to use extra stability for heavier loads or steeper tilts. Speaking of tilt, it can handle slopes up to 15 degrees even at full load.
Transport electric scooters weighing more than 100 pounds
The van measures 39.4 x 24 x 24.8 inches. It features a single-press folding tailgate that makes it easy to load larger items, expanding capacity to 250 liters and 180 liters when closed. The only downside of the tailgate is the support strap. They are powerful enough to hold whatever you want to drag, but the plastic tuning clip is not as good as the rest of the build clips. The frame is made of carbon steel and lined with an Oxford cloth cover.
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The larger 7 x 4-inch tank wheels are designed to handle off-road and off-road terrain without much hassle. During the test, I used it for almost everything: Costco running, storage runs, random gears, and even towing on a boxed electric scooter. Once, my 11-year-old pulled her partner in just for fun. It’s more extensive than I expected.
The handle packs a lot of functions. A small monitor displays your current speed mode – 1, 2 or 3 – as well as a battery percentage indicator and two buttons, one for power supply and the other for switching between speed modes. You have two thumb controls on either side of the handle for forward and reverse, so you can use it with left or right hand, and the electric brake is located below the center of the handle. Likewise, the brakes interact automatically when the handle is upright, but the physical lever can activate it even when it falls.
Three speed settings let you roll at your own pace, from slow walking to fast pace. Its travel distance is fully charged and can hold up to 12 miles, depending on the weight you drag, the terrain, and how fast you roll.
Horse carriage handles and controls
If you don’t need any help and want to save battery, especially for tilt, the van will roll when it’s on the motor. The removable 24-volt, 133-watt-hour battery battery is charged via a USB-C cable (not included) and can be doubled as a power library to charge your phone.
For storage, there is a yellow belt in the center of the truck. Just pull it up to fold the whole process. It is easy to fit into the trunk of the car or stand in a corner of the garage. I appreciate that wide wheels can easily stand even if folded and closed.
Leah was pulled by my daughter’s honor.
One drawback is manipulating it in a tight space. Since only the front wheel steering is the only way, it can be clumsy in tight areas. Sometimes you need to lift it a little to make it scroll directly. This is especially true when exiting the small elevator during testing.
While the Bougerv van seems unnecessary (perhaps a little lazy), I love the power gear like this and how it can help people of all ages move and maintain independence. Maybe you don’t need help now, but one day you may. It’s not just convenience; it’s also about authorization.
