PLUG & CHARGE IS LIVE ON 2025 IONIQ 5 WITH MORE CARS TO COME!

EV Channels Review

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 receives a significant software update enabling Plug & Charge functionality, streamlining the charging process by eliminating the need for apps or payment at the charger. This feature is available via over-the-air update for 2025 models, while older models will require a dealership visit. Currently, Plug & Charge supports networks like Electrify America, Tesla Superchargers, and ChargePoint. A key caveat is that using Plug & Charge with ChargePoint may prevent access to promotional credits, suggesting manual app usage for those specific benefits. The review also highlights the new in-app charging features within the My Hyundai app, allowing users to initiate, monitor, and stop charging sessions. Route planning capabilities have also been enhanced, though the video notes some inconsistencies between the app's filtering and the car's displayed route, particularly regarding charging network prioritization and estimated charging times. Despite minor drawbacks in the app's current implementation, the overall sentiment is that these updates represent a substantial step towards simplifying EV ownership and operation, especially for new users.