I put 800 miles on my EV6 in one weekend. Here's what I learned about route-planning and charging for an electric road trip in 2024.
Here's something I never expected to get from owning an electric vehicle: a newfound appreciation for Walmart. I had no particular apathy toward America's biggest brand of superstores. But when you're an EV owner and you're off the beaten path, Walmart can be a godsend. The stores have been adding Electrify America DC fast chargers to parking lots all over the country at a rate that far surpasses other retailers.
Maybe your EV is better at this, like the Chevy Equinox EV, Honda Prologue or Volvo XC40 that all come equipped with Google Maps already. Maybe it's a Tesla, in which case it'll always route you to good chargers. If not, I do recommend getting a second opinion on route planning. I downloaded A Better Route Planner while I was on the road, which let me put in my car's specs and destination to find what it thinks is the most optimal route.
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