CROSS COUNTRY 5,000 MILE VW ID.4 ROAD TRIP! EPISODE 2 1,500 MILES IN 36 HOURS

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This episode chronicles the second leg of a 5,000-mile cross-country road trip in a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 1st Edition, covering approximately 1,500 miles in 36 hours from Arkansas to Texas. The journey was marked by significant challenges, including strong headwinds and rain, which severely impacted the vehicle's efficiency, with reported consumption as low as 2.2 miles per kilowatt-hour initially, improving to around 2.5-2.9 miles per kilowatt-hour later in the drive. The reviewer highlights the reliance on third-party apps like A Better Routeplanner for accurate navigation and charging predictions, contrasting it with the vehicle's built-in system. Charging issues were encountered, including non-functional Electrify America stations, but the reviewer found workarounds, often utilizing Walmart locations. Despite the efficiency struggles and charging hiccups, the reviewer praises the ID.4's comfort, particularly the massage seats and travel assist features, making long driving days more manageable. The episode concludes with the reviewer reaching Fort Worth, Texas, preparing for another long day of driving towards Arizona.