The article discusses the long charging times associated with electric vehicles (EVs) and the common stigma that causes potential owners to hesitate. The author shares personal insights from a road trip in a 2025 Rivian R1T, highlighting how traditional Level 1 wall charging proved unexpectedly beneficial during travels in remote areas with limited charging options. The experience emphasizes that while faster Level 2 chargers are ideal for daily use, relying on slower charging methods can complement overall EV usage, particularly when planning trips.
In fact, wall charging saved my bacon on this trip.
The fear of long charging times, along with nowhere to actually do it, is what scares many people away from owning an EV.
Most EV owners plug in at home and use faster Level 2 chargers to get juiced up in a matter of hours.
I found this out during my road trip out to the far West Texas desert in a 2025 Rivian R1T.
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