WE LEFT OUR MODEL X IN SAN DIEGO AND CROSSED THE BORDER TO MEXICO

EV Channels Review

This video chronicles an adventurous trip from San Diego into Mexico, highlighting a practical decision to rent a gas van for a large group rather than using EVs. The narrative begins with a frustrating Tesla service experience, detailing a lengthy wait and an unexpected $325 charge for a suspension adjustment deemed 'wear and tear' on a two-year-old, 22,000-mile Model 3, which was provided as a loaner. The core of the video focuses on the group's journey, exploring Tijuana, Popotla, Ensenada, and Rosarito, with a brief mention of charging stations available in San Diego. The reviewer notes the convenience of the rented 15-passenger Ford van for their group size. The return trip involved a significant wait at the border and a charge of $66.3 for 14.7 gallons of gas. The video concludes with a Supercharger stop in Escondido, where the Model 3 reached speeds of 255 kW, and the reviewer shares trip data: 250 miles driven, 91 kWh consumed, and an average efficiency of 365 Wh/mile. The overall tone is one of shared experience and practical travel advice, contrasting the convenience of a gas van for a large group with the complexities of EV ownership and service.