VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 COLD WEATHER ROAD TRIP SOUTH TO NORTH! DISNEY WORLD TO CHICAGO! EPISODE 2

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This episode chronicles the return leg of a 2,500-mile road trip in a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition, traveling from Florida to Chicago. The journey highlights the impact of cold weather on EV range, with the reviewer noting a significant drop in efficiency as temperatures fell. Charging experiences were mixed, with some Electrify America stations performing well, while others experienced issues or reduced power output. The reviewer also encountered a notable number of other EVs at charging stations, suggesting increasing EV adoption. Despite challenges like weather and occasional charger malfunctions, the ID.4 proved capable of completing the long-distance trip, though the reviewer emphasizes the importance of using planning tools like A Better Routeplanner and the car's own efficiency calculator to account for real-world conditions. The video concludes with the vehicle nearing 20,000 miles, with plans for a future review covering its performance and any issues encountered over the first 20,000 miles.