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ZBB · 06-05-2023, 07:45 AM

Its really too bad that non-Tesla charging is such a mess.

I drove a Mach E about 2 years ago -- just a standard test loop. It is a good product, but I felt it would be tough going from a Tesla to it.

Have you tested the Kia EV6 or Hyundai Ionic 5? They are surprisingly roomy and less of a crossover. What about the Ionic 6?

Both still have the CCS charging issues, but have you thought about doing a test run for the typical road trips you'd drive? Your 3 would need a hardware upgrade to use the adapter (I did the upgrade on mine -- hardware was ~$200 and I did it DIY, and we already have the CCS adapter for the Y). But you could rent a Polestar or other CCS car from Hertz for 1-2 days and give it a shot...

06-05-2023, 07:45 AM	#5
ZBB Relic Join Date: Oct 2003 Carmudgeonly Ride: A very fast golf cart Location: The Valley of the Sun Posts: 12,821	Its really too bad that non-Tesla charging is such a mess. I drove a Mach E about 2 years ago -- just a standard test loop. It is a good product, but I felt it would be tough going from a Tesla to it. Have you tested the Kia EV6 or Hyundai Ionic 5? They are surprisingly roomy and less of a crossover. What about the Ionic 6? Both still have the CCS charging issues, but have you thought about doing a test run for the typical road trips you'd drive? Your 3 would need a hardware upgrade to use the adapter (I did the upgrade on mine -- hardware was ~$200 and I did it DIY, and we already have the CCS adapter for the Y). But you could rent a Polestar or other CCS car from Hertz for 1-2 days and give it a shot... __________________ ZBB