400+ MILE DAY TRIP IN BASE TESLA MODEL Y! HEADING TO WEST VIRGINIA TO CHECK OUT CHARGERS!

EV Channels Review

Branden Flasch embarks on an extensive 400+ mile day trip in his 2023 Tesla Model Y All-Wheel Drive, highlighting a mix of charging infrastructure and a quest for Starbucks mugs. The journey showcases various charging experiences, from new V4 Tesla Superchargers with and without payment terminals to older V2 and V3 sites, as well as Electrify America and EVgo stations. Flasch notes the physical differences and potential usability issues of the V4 posts, particularly their size and lack of payment terminals at one site. He also provides detailed insights into the infrastructure of several charging locations, including transformer sizes and cabinet capacities. While the primary goal of collecting specific Starbucks mugs was partially met, the trip also served as a practical test of the Model Y's range and charging efficiency, with the vehicle achieving 294 Wh/mile over the day. The review touches on pricing variations across different charging networks and the convenience of chargers located at amenities like Starbucks and Circle K.