ALWAYS BE CHARGING? I RELY ON PUBLIC CHARGING FOR 1 MONTH. HERE'S WHAT HAPPENED.

EV Channels Review

This video documents a one-month experiment relying solely on public EV charging infrastructure after a house move. The reviewer, using a Kia Niro, found the experience to be a "faf" but manageable, heavily dependent on local infrastructure availability. Key takeaways include the effectiveness of "grazing" (topping up charges opportunistically while shopping or running errands) to manage costs and convenience, especially with slower AC chargers. The reviewer highlights the significant cost difference between public rapid chargers (around 75p/kWh) and slower AC charging (around 13-16p/mile overall, excluding a free charge). While acknowledging the convenience of home charging as a "massive relief," the experiment demonstrated that public charging is a viable, albeit more involved, option for EV owners, particularly in areas with good supermarket or lamppost charging facilities. The reviewer also touches on the reliability and cost-effectiveness of Tesla Superchargers, despite the potential inconvenience for non-Tesla EVs due to charge port placement.