EV ROAD TRIP CHARGING - RIVIAN R1S | 900 MILES VIA TESLA SUPERCHARGERS

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This video documents a 900-mile road trip from Maryland to Florida in a Rivian R1S, exclusively utilizing the Tesla Supercharger network. The reviewer highlights a largely positive and uneventful charging experience, praising the accessibility and reliability of the Tesla network. Key takeaways include the ease of initiating charging sessions via the Tesla app for membership pricing and the consistent charging speeds achieved, often exceeding 200 kW. Despite driving significantly over the speed limit and facing high ambient temperatures (90s F), the R1S demonstrated a respectable real-world efficiency of 2.09 miles per kWh. The reviewer found the charging experience comparable to that of a Tesla Model Y, deeming the Tesla Supercharger network a 'game changer' for EV road trips. No significant drawbacks were encountered, with the primary challenge being the occasional need to find available chargers among other EVs.