TESLAS CAN'T CHARGE IN THE COLD? WHAT WENT WRONG?

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This video debunks the sensationalist news narrative that EVs, specifically Teslas, cannot charge in the cold. While acknowledging high-profile failures in Chicago, the presenter meticulously explains that the issues were multifaceted, not a fundamental flaw of EVs in cold weather. Key contributing factors identified include the use of older V2 Superchargers, potential telemetry and communication failures with the charging network, and the critical need for battery preconditioning in extreme cold, which newer EV drivers may not fully understand. The video also highlights how LFP battery packs, common in ride-share Teslas, charge slower in the cold. It contrasts these failures with the general reliability of EVs in colder climates and cites examples of successful cold-weather charging. The presenter offers practical advice for EV owners in winter, emphasizing preconditioning, keeping cars plugged in, and carrying adapters. Ultimately, the video concludes that while charging issues can occur at temperature extremes, they are not unique to EVs and are often a result of a combination of factors rather than a single inherent problem.