MORE LARGE EV CHARGING STATIONS! ELECTRIFY AMERICA OPENS NEW LOCATION IN SANTA MONICA!

EV Channels Review

Electrify America has opened a new, larger 20-stall hyperfast charging facility in Santa Monica, representing a positive step towards addressing the growing demand for EV infrastructure. The station features 350 kW chargers, designed with accessibility in mind, including wheelchair-friendly pathways and charger placement. However, the review highlights significant drawbacks, primarily the high charging costs (72 cents/kWh during peak hours, compared to Tesla's 45 cents/kWh nearby) and a notable lack of amenities such as restrooms, trash cans, or windshield wipes. While the station's design by BTC Power and Atal Design is praised for its aesthetics and cable management, the absence of basic facilities is a major concern. The membership option ($8/month) is recommended to mitigate costs, offering easier cancellation than some competitors. Despite the amenity shortcomings, the increased stall count and the general improvement in Electrify America's maintenance and uptime are seen as encouraging developments for the EV charging landscape.