Streamed from the official YouTube channel Simply Gregster EV .
EV CHARGING CHAOS! WHY EV OWNERS ARE FRUSTRATED IN THIS CANADIAN PROVINCE!
Simply Gregster EV
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The reviewer embarked on a 1500km road trip in a 2024 Fiat 500e to test Ontario's EV charging infrastructure along Highway 401. Despite the Fiat's surprisingly good efficiency (averaging 15.5 kWh/100km in ideal conditions) and solid charging performance for a city car, the overall experience was marred by significant frustration with the charging network. The reviewer encountered numerous issues, including chargers booting them off, faulty equipment (particularly older BTC units), and unreliable network performance from providers like Ivy. While Electrify Canada sites generally worked, some were inconveniently located. The reviewer highlights that while the car itself performed well, the inconsistent and often broken charging infrastructure in Ontario made the road trip stressful and required constant vigilance and planning, contrasting it unfavorably with Quebec's more robust network. The conclusion is that Ontario is significantly behind in investing in reliable EV charging infrastructure.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Fiat |
|---|---|
| Model | 500e |
| Year | 2024 |
