IT'S A CHARGING MONSTER! ENGLAND TO ITALY IN AN IONIQ 5, PART 1

EV Channels Review

This video documents the initial leg of a road trip from England to Italy in a Hyundai IONIQ 5, focusing heavily on the planning and charging infrastructure. The reviewer highlights the utility of A Better Route Planner (ABRP) for EV journeys, noting its conservative estimates and the importance of considering real-world factors like dog walks and meal breaks. A significant portion of the video details the unexpected challenges encountered, particularly with pet travel regulations at the Eurotunnel, which caused considerable delays and added expense. Despite these initial setbacks, the reviewer expresses confidence in the European charging network, specifically IONITY, praising its speed and affordability compared to home charging. The video also touches upon the car's practical features, such as its flat floor and adaptive cruise control, while acknowledging the occasional unreliability of charging stations and the need for backup planning tools like PlugShare.