CHARGING A CHEVY BOLT EV ON ELECTRIFY AMERICA: FULL CHARGE SESSION AT CHICOPEE, MA (OLD PRICING)

EV Channels Review

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of charging a 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV at the first Electrify America station in Chicopee, MA. The reviewer highlights the station's capabilities, noting the presence of both 150 kW and 350 kW chargers, though the Bolt EV itself maxes out at 55 kW. A key takeaway is the Bolt EV's ability to hit its maximum charge rate of 55 kW at this station, particularly before reaching 50% state of charge, which is crucial given the per-minute charging fees. The reviewer experienced a charge from 22% to 52% in 23 minutes, delivering 20 kWh for $8.26 (41 cents/kWh), and found the overall experience positive for quick top-ups when traveling off an interstate. While acknowledging the station's potential and future-proofing with higher kW chargers, the reviewer also points out the limited number of charging spots (four) as a potential bottleneck for future EV adoption. The video also notes that pricing has since changed.