TWO WEEKS AGO THIS CHARGING STATION WAS COMPLETELY OFFLINE - TODAY WE GO CHECK TO SEE HOW IT'S WORKING

EV Channels Review

This video documents a return visit to a local Electrify America charging station that had previously been offline for an extended period. While the station is now operational, the reviewer found that the ABB-manufactured chargers, common at this location, are still limited to 350 amps, preventing the Rivian R1T from achieving its maximum charging speeds (peaking around 170 kW instead of the potential 217-219 kW). Despite this limitation, the reviewer expresses satisfaction that the station is functional, enabling basic charging needs and avoiding longer trips for testing. The video also touches upon recent software updates for the R1T, service experiences, and the ongoing challenges with EV charging infrastructure reliability, particularly with ABB hardware. The reviewer concludes that while the station works, it's not suitable for high-power charging tests, necessitating continued travel for such purposes.