BOLT EV ROAD TRIP: BOSTON, MA TO SYRACUSE, NY (DCFC DESERT)

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This video documents a road trip from Boston, MA to Syracuse, NY in a Chevrolet Bolt EV, highlighting the contrast in DC fast charging infrastructure between Massachusetts and Upstate New York. The reviewer praises the abundance of charging options in Massachusetts, with multiple EVgo and Electrify America stations conveniently located off the Mass Pike. However, the journey reveals a significant "DC Fast Charge Desert" west of Albany, NY, forcing a detour to Guilderland for a charge. The reviewer notes that while the Bolt EV can manage the distance with strategic charging, the lack of infrastructure west of Albany presents a planning challenge for non-Tesla EVs. The video also touches on the impact of cold weather on charging speeds, demonstrating that a warmed-up battery achieves better charge rates. Ultimately, the trip showcases both the capabilities and the current limitations of EV road tripping in this region.