ROUTE PLANNING ON THE GO USING ABRP, PUMP, PLUGSHARE, WATTSUP, SHELL... AND APPLE MAPS?!

EV Channels Review

This video provides a practical, albeit sometimes frustrating, look at EV route planning using various CarPlay applications on a 362-mile roundtrip in a Fiat 500e. The reviewer experiments with A Better Route Planner (ABRP), Plugshare, WattsUp, Shell Recharge, PUMP Charging, and Apple Maps, highlighting the challenges non-Tesla EV drivers face with charging infrastructure. Key issues encountered include charger availability, queues, and the reliability of charging stations. While ABRP and PUMP Charging are noted to improve with live data (via OBD dongle), the core experience with these apps and others is scrutinized. The reviewer experiences queues at IONITY and finds mixed results with BP Pulse and Shell Recharge stations. The Fiat 500e's native navigation is also briefly tested. The video effectively demonstrates the current pain points in public EV charging and route planning, emphasizing the need for more reliable and accessible charging solutions.