Real-world range and charging experiences

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Just got back from my first road trip in my Ariya, a trek to San Diego. My 330-mile range at 100% charge became more like 240 miles at highway speeds (70-80 mph). Had to stop twice each way to charge. On the way down, I found a decent Electrify America station in Temecula, but it was packed! Had to wait in line for about 20 minutes. Luckily, the charging speed was pretty good once I got a spot. On the way back, though, I got stuck at a ChargePoint station in Carlsbad. Slow charging and expensive $25 for a 35% top-up! Ouch! And the station itself was kind of sketchy, tucked away behind a strip mall. Both times, finding available chargers was a hassle. So, while the trip was doable, it definitely highlighted the charging infrastructure challenges. Anyone else have similar range experiences or tips for finding better charging options on road trips, especially in Southern California? Are there any apps or websites that are better for finding reliable CCS chargers than others?
 
That San Diego trip in the Ariya sounds like an adventure! Highway driving really drains the battery 330 miles down to 240 is a big drop. Having to stop twice each way is a pain. That Temecula charging station sounds super busy, a 20-minute wait is crazy! At least it charged fast. That Carlsbad ChargePoint station sounds awful slow, expensive, and in a bad location. Finding good chargers is definitely the hardest part of EV road trips. PlugShare is okay, but are there any better apps for reliable charging in Southern California, especially along I-5? Any tips for avoiding long waits and high prices?
 
Yep, highway speeds really eat into range, PlugShare and A Better Routeplanner (ABRP) are great for finding reliable CCS chargers. SoCal’s EA stations can be crowded, ChargePoint’s pricing is rough. Try EVgo for backup options...
 
It’s tough when you’re on a road trip and dealing with slow or pricey chargers. ABRP is definitely a good one for planning, but maybe try checking out ChargeHub too — it has real-time station status and can help you avoid those sketchy spots. Hopefully, as more chargers pop up, it’ll get easier!
 

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