TESTING ELECTRIC CAR CHARGERS DOWN THE A1 (270 MILES)

EV Channels Review

This video details a 270-mile road trip testing rapid EV chargers along the A1. The reviewer found a significant failure rate, with 5 out of 16 rapid chargers not working, equating to nearly a third. While chargers at major service stations performed well, they were consistently full, often with queues, indicating a growing strain on the network. The reviewer highlights that most chargers encountered were the slower 50kW type, significantly impacting charging times for EVs capable of much faster speeds. The core issues identified are the insufficient number of chargers, particularly at service areas, and the prevalence of slower charging technology, which is not keeping pace with the rapid advancement and adoption of EVs. The reviewer advocates for a legislative body to oversee charger deployment and speed, suggesting a minimum of 150kW, ideally 300kW 800V chargers, at service areas to meet future demand.