IONIQ 5 CROSS-COUNTRY US EV TRIP #2: BOONDOCKING WITH BISON

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This video documents a significant portion of an "IONIQ 5 Cross-Country US EV Trip," focusing on the journey through Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa, culminating in boondocking in South Dakota's Badlands. The reviewer highlights the utility of various charging networks, including Electrify America and Ford's charging stations, noting the latter's impressive speed and affordability (35 cents/kWh). A key takeaway is the successful integration of V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) for camping, powering an air mattress and other devices overnight, though it necessitates using a portable power bank (VTOMAN) to supplement the car's charge. The reviewer also tests the J+ Booster 2 portable EVSE, finding the NEMA 14-50 outlet significantly more effective (12kW) than the TT-30 (2kW) for overnight charging. Despite some charging sessions being slower than ideal due to higher starting states of charge or heat, the overall impression of the IONIQ 5's road trip capability, especially with the V2L feature and the availability of charging infrastructure, appears positive.