I NEED AN EV WITH BIG RANGE AND FAST CHARGING BUT NOT A TESLA BATTERY BARGAINS

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This episode of Battery Bargains tackles three distinct EV buyer questions. The first involves a high-mileage driver in an area with poor charging infrastructure, where the consensus leans towards keeping their current Tesla Model Y for now, with a potential upgrade to a used Model S or X for improved comfort and charging. The second case focuses on a driver seeking a non-Tesla EV with good tech, range, and fast charging for long-distance travel; the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 is suggested, though the Volkswagen ID.7 is presented as a superior, albeit later, alternative due to its superior comfort and charging curve. The final query addresses a buyer looking for a sporty SUV under $40,000, with the Tesla Model Y Performance and the Kia EV6 GT identified as top contenders, with the EV6 GT offering exceptional value if found within budget. The discussion also touches on the evolving charging standard landscape and the diminishing importance of CCS vs. NACS for most users.