A SPOOKY EARLY MORNING CHARGE SPARKS CHANGE FOR THE BETTER

EV Channels Review

This video chronicles an early morning visit to a brand-new Shell Recharge 180kW DC fast charger in Severance, Colorado, with the reviewer driving a Rivian R1T. Despite initial excitement and the promise of a new charging network, the experience quickly turned disappointing. The reviewer encountered significant issues, including a non-functional QR code, an app that didn't recognize the station ID, and crucially, the charger's inability to deliver its advertised 180kW speed due to the use of 200-amp cables, limiting output to around 80-90kW. The lack of amenities, poor lighting at the site, and high per-kilowatt-hour cost further detracted from the experience. However, a positive update reveals that XL Energy, the utility behind the installation, acknowledged the feedback and is upgrading the site with a canopy, lighting, and potentially new cables, even temporarily taking the chargers offline. The reviewer rates the initial experience a 3/10 but highlights the positive impact of consumer feedback platforms like 'Rate Your Charge' on improving the EV charging infrastructure.