THE ROAD TRIP FROM HELL OR HEAVEN? WE CANNONBALL AN ELECTRIC CAR 2,500 MILES FROM COAST TO COAST PT1

EV Channels Review

This video documents the initial leg of an ambitious 2,500-mile electric vehicle road trip from California to Florida, undertaken in a Hyundai Ioniq 5. The primary goal is to test the feasibility and time required for such a journey, highlighting the charging infrastructure and the vehicle's performance. The reviewer praises the Ioniq 5's spacious interior, comfortable ride, excellent visibility, and impressive fast-charging capabilities (800-volt architecture supporting up to 250 kW). The vehicle's utility and fuel economy are also noted positively. The main critique revolves around the navigation display's orientation, which the reviewer found disorienting. A significant challenge encountered was inconsistent charging speeds at Electrify America stations, with one instance of a 150kW charger only delivering 71kW, impacting the overall time. Despite a slow charging session and some traffic delays, the team made good progress, averaging around 56 mph over 22 hours, and expressed optimism about the remainder of the trip, while also acknowledging the need for extra deodorant and wardrobe changes.