TESLA DRIVER TRIES PUBLIC EV CHARGING FOR THE FIRST TIME! YIKES

EV Channels Review

This episode features a father-daughter duo testing the VinFast VF8, with the father, a seasoned Tesla owner, experiencing public CCS charging for the first time. The review highlights several key points: the VF8's comfortable ride, spacious interior, and appealing design, making it a potentially good family vehicle, especially at its advertised lease price. However, significant drawbacks were noted, including issues with home charging setup due to the car's charger limitations with 220V feeds, a software "glitchiness" causing the car to freeze, and a frustrating public charging experience at Electrify America, characterized by long waits and non-functional stations. While the VF8 offers some appealing features like lane adjustment in its driver assistance, the father ultimately concludes that despite its merits, the current charging infrastructure challenges and a $5,000 price difference make a Tesla a more practical choice for most consumers, particularly those who rely on public charging.