FIRST EV ROAD TRIP WITH TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE TO ZION NATIONAL PARK

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This video documents the creator's first EV road trip in April 2021, a journey to Zion National Park in a Tesla Model 3 Long Range. Initially experiencing significant range anxiety, the creator found that Supercharger stops, particularly in St. George, alleviated these concerns, enabling a successful trip. The review highlights the car's efficiency, noting consumption generally below 300 Wh/mile, though uphill driving increased this. A key observation was the minimal battery drain overnight in cold weather (around 41°F) even when using a standard 110V outlet, contrary to initial fears. The creator also touches upon potential battery degradation, estimating 8-10% after about a year and a half of ownership, which they felt was slightly high. While the video's data collection is less detailed than later trips, it provides a valuable, albeit rough, account of early EV road-tripping experiences and the practicalities of charging and range management in a national park setting.