MODEL 3 ROAD TRIP 2022 AUSTRALIA SYDNEY GOLD COAST TESLA SUPERCHARGERS

EV Channels Review

This video documents a 2022 road trip from Sydney to the Gold Coast in a Tesla Model 3 Performance, focusing on the Tesla Supercharger network along the route. The reviewer introduces a detailed High-Speed Charging (HSC) scoring system, evaluating chargers based on speed, number of stalls, ease of access, safety, and amenities. Key charging stops at Heatherbrae, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, McLean, and Knockrow are reviewed using this system, with Coffs Harbour and Heatherbrae receiving the highest scores. The reviewer highlights the convenience of Autopilot for long journeys and provides a comprehensive breakdown of driving and charging data, including energy efficiency and cost comparisons with petrol vehicles. While the actual trip took over 12 hours, the reviewer notes that a more direct route planner suggests closer to 10 hours, attributing the difference to overnight stays and extra stops for content. The overall verdict is positive, emphasizing the viability and cost-effectiveness of EV road trips in Australia, particularly when charging is timed with meal breaks.