800+ MILE WEEKEND TRIP IN TESLA MODEL Y AWD! GOING TO THE BEACH AND CHECKING OUT V4 SUPERCHARGERS

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Branden Flasch embarks on an extensive 833-mile weekend road trip in his 2023 Tesla Model Y AWD, highlighting a mix of charging experiences and practical observations. The journey to Virginia Beach and back showcased the Model Y's capability for long-distance travel, with the reviewer noting decent efficiency around 300-319 Wh/mile, even in warm weather (85-90°F) and at highway speeds (70-75 mph). However, the charging experience was varied. Early V3 Supercharger stops showed slower-than-expected speeds, with the reviewer suspecting potential limitations with the 4680 battery pack or Tesla's charging allocation logic, often seeing speeds around 111-121 kW and a consistent 350 amps. Later V4 Supercharger sites, including a PSU installation, were explored, with mixed results on speed and installation quality, noting issues like payment terminals not being active and some V4 posts requiring an adapter for non-Teslas. The hotel charging at Four Points by Sheraton Virginia Beach was a positive, offering 48A Level 2 charging, though the installation's placement was deemed awkward. The reviewer also documented a quest for Starbucks mugs, adding a personal, albeit time-consuming, element to the trip. Overall, the Model Y proved reliable for the distance, but the charging infrastructure, particularly V3 speeds and V4 implementation quirks, presented areas for improvement.