2020 CHEVY BOLT EV: 1% TO 100% DC FAST CHARGING SESSION - HOW LONG + HOW MUCH?

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This video details a full 1% to 100% DC fast charging session of a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV on an Electrify America station. The reviewer emphasizes that charging to 100% is generally not recommended and the "wrong question" to ask, but undertakes the extended session for data collection. Key takeaways include the Bolt EV's improved charging curve, maintaining around 20kW even at higher states of charge, and the cost-effectiveness of per-minute Electrify America pricing, especially in states without per-kWh fees. The session highlights that while a 10-minute charge can add approximately 45 miles, reaching 80% takes over an hour. The reviewer advises viewers to aim for 70-80% charge and leave, as charging beyond this point significantly slows down, offering diminishing returns for the extended time investment. The total charge session to 100% lasted 1 hour and 49 minutes, delivering 66 kWh at a cost of $13.82.