IS CCS DEAD AND WILL TESLA BE THE KING OF EV CHARGING NETWORKS?

EV Channels Review

This episode delves into the significant shift in EV charging standards, with Ford and GM adopting Tesla's NACS. The hosts share contrasting experiences from extensive cross-country road trips in a Tesla Model 3 Performance. While one host found the charging network insufficient and locations inconvenient, leading to significant time detours, the other highlighted the network's growth, availability, and the superior user experience compared to CCS. Key criticisms of Tesla's Autopilot included phantom braking and intrusive lane centering, contrasting it with GM's Super Cruise. The discussion also touched upon the cost-effectiveness of Electrify America chargers versus Tesla's Superchargers. Ultimately, the hosts express skepticism about the long-term implications of relying on Tesla's network, citing past business dealings and potential competitive disadvantages for other manufacturers, while acknowledging the superior plug design and network reliability.