FIRST LONG TRIP IN THE MUSTANG MACH-E! OVER THE ROCKIES TO THE LEFT COAST BATTLING CHARGING ISSUES

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This video chronicles a road trip in a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD from Colorado to California, highlighting significant charging challenges. While the reviewer praises the Mach-E's driving dynamics, quiet cabin, and surprisingly good efficiency, particularly on downhill sections, the charging experience is fraught with issues. Problems included slow initial charging speeds, Plug & Charge failures requiring workarounds, and frequent charging station faults attributed to both the vehicle's software and charging network issues. The reviewer notes the car's trip planner does not adequately account for elevation changes, leading to range anxiety. Despite these frustrations, the reviewer acknowledges the potential of the vehicle and the charging technology, but emphasizes the current inconsistency and unreliability detract significantly from the road trip experience, contrasting it unfavorably with the seamless Tesla experience.