I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS CHARGING EXPERIENCE

EV Channels Review

The reviewer embarks on a critical assessment of EV fast charging infrastructure in Charlotte, NC, during a cold snap, highlighting significant reliability issues across multiple networks. The EVgo site visited was completely down, with the app incorrectly showing it as available. A FreeWire Boost unit, while initially functional, depleted its battery, leaving subsequent users with significantly reduced charging speeds. The Electrify America station, despite showing all units operational on the app, suffered from poor site design, stiff cold cables, and some non-functional chargers, though it ultimately performed better than expected. The video strongly criticizes the lack of reliability and communication from charging networks, concluding that Tesla's Supercharger network remains the only truly dependable option for long-distance EV travel without extensive planning. The reviewer expresses a desire for non-Tesla EVs but finds the current charging infrastructure makes them difficult to recommend for reliability.