From State of Charge. Today, Chargepoint introduces a new vandal-resistant cable for its EV chargers. I interview the company’s CEO, Rick Wilmer about it and the new Charger Protect feature. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging equipment. Follow this unique link and Qmerit will waive…

From State of Charge. I used the FLO Home X6 50-amp electric vehicle charger for three weeks, thoroughly tested it, and put it through the paces of my full testing program. Buy the FLO X6: https://store.flo.com/en-us/products/flo-home-x6?srsltid=AfmBOoq0-x2LYHJQVCJhYwFQ2FtQ7nZoJzqDB5sNDufdj6TMM2EQFM09 This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging equipment. Follow this…

From State of Charge. At CES this week, Mercedes Benz and Volkswagen of North America both announced the dates their electric vehicles would be granted access to Tesla Superchargers. I examine the announcements and discuss the details we know so far. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for…

From State of Charge. I explain and analyze Ford’s announcement that it’s extending the Ford Power Promise program due to its success in Q4 of 2024. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging equipment. Follow this unique link and Qmerit will waive the $150 deposit: https://qmerit.com/ev/charge…

From State of Charge. I drove to Scranton, Pennsylvania to attend the opening of the Ionna EV Rechargery at Sheetz. I spent the afternoon charging my Ford F-150 Lightning, talking with other EV owners, and chatting with Ionna’s CPO, Ricardo Stamatti. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for…

From State of Charge. Kia’s NACS to CCS1 adapter solution is only rated for 350 amps, while most other NACS adapters have a 500 amp rating. In this video, I explore the possible problems that may be caused. Use the STATEOFCHARGE coupon code and SAVE 15% on 500-amp NACS adapters: The Lectron Vortex: https://ev-lectron.com/products/lectr… The…

From State of Charge. I drove down to Apex, North Carolina to attend the soft opening of the very first Ionna EV Rechargery. I spent the day charging my Lightning, talking with other EV owners, and chatting with Ionna’s CEO, Seth Cutler. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services…

From State of Charge. I received one of the first Ford NACS adapters that it co-engineered with Lectron. In this video, I compare it to the Lectron Vortex adapter and explain the differences. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging, home energy storage, and other electrification…

From State of Charge. I was recently contacted by a follower whose NEMA 14-50 outlet melted and could have caused a fire in his home. I agreed to bring the local Qmerit contractor to his house to replace his burnt mess with a high-quality NEMA 14-50 outlet and supply him with a new EV charger…

From State of Charge. IONNA is a new high-speed fast charging network for electric vehicles, born from a partnership of eight large automakers: General Motors, Stellantis, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, Kia, Honda, and Toyota. In this video, I travel to Apex, North Carolina, to check out the first IONNA site and interview the company’s CEO, CPO…

From State of Charge. In this video, I explain everything you need to know about charging your Nissan EV on Tesla Superchargers. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging, home energy storage, and other electrification technologies. Follow this unique link and Qmerit will waive the $200…

From State of Charge. I charged a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV from 0% to 100% on an EVgo 350 kW DC fast charger and offer my full analysis. I then compare it to the 10% to 80% charging session I previously did with the same vehicle. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading…

From State of Charge. I traveled to Starksboro, Vermont to record the first ConnectDER EV meter socket adapter installation in the state. This device will allow many people to install an electric vehicle charger at home who otherwise couldn’t, due to the capacity constraints of their home electric service. This video is powered by Qmerit,…

From State of Charge. While at the GMS Sierra Denali first-drive media event, I had the opportunity to check out GM Energy’s Home Energy system, which allows you to power your home from the battery of your General Motors electric vehicle. Derek Sequeira, of GM Energy gave me a full tour of the products needed…

From State of Charge. I test the new A2Z Cybertruck adapter that allows Tesla Cybertrucks to charge on CCS1 DC fast chargers. Use my "stateofcharge" coupon code to save 15% on the A2Z Cybertruck adapter: https://a2zevshop.com/products/ccs-thunderstorm-max?srsltid=AfmBOopEdjUwBcHDHeYzviYuATp1sLvmq67GTwJhqMV3wrGyxC13G2Or This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging, home energy storage,…

From State of Charge. I take a ride in my friend’s Tesla Cybertruck to see how good Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD) version 12.5.5 is. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging, home energy storage, and other electrification technologies. Follow this unique link and Qmerit will…

From State of Charge. Order the Grizzl-E MINI Connect: https://grizzl-e.com/products/grizzl-e-mini/?hr=KRHU2MRQGI2A This is my full review of the Grizzl-E Connect, a 40-amp portable EV charger made by United Chargers. I’ll post a shorter, 10-minute condensed version in a few weeks. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging,…

From State of Charge. I examine today’s announcement that A2Z EV has issued an NHTSA recall for its original Typhoon Tesla NACS to CCS1 adapter. The company will replace them for free under the recall with its 2nd generation adapter, the Typhoon Pro. Contact A2Z for information on the recall: safety-contact@a2zevshop.com The A2Z Website: https://a2zevshop.com/…

From State of Charge. Volvo and Polestar electric vehicles can now access compatible Tesla Superchargers using a NACS to CCS1 adapter. In this video, I explain everything you need to know about this new development. Buy the Lectron Vortex adapter and save 15% with my coupon code:https://ev-lectron.com/products/lectr… Use the STATEOFCHARGE coupon code and SAVE 15%:…

From State of Charge. I examine today’s announcement that Ford will be shipping Lectron Votrex adapters to its customers to help alleviate the problems caused by the official Tesla NACS to CCS1 adapter shortage. My Ford adapter (non) recall video: https://youtu.be/AF7KtYgSyhI?si=txQWOu7afqvKD9xS Buy the Lectron Vortex adapter and save 15% with my coupon code:https://ev-lectron.com/products/lectron-vortex-plug-tesla-supercharger-nacs-to-ccs-adapter?sscid=51k8_trhoi& Use the…

From State of Charge. I speak with Mike Murphy, a lifelong Republican political strategist and consultant, about the negative Presidential advertisements regarding electric vehicles, and why it doesn’t make sense to disparage EVs. Electric vehicles are good for the US and for US auto industry jobs. This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading…

From State of Charge. I check out two Tesla Cybertrucks that were converted to mobile pizzerias but the Columbia Inn in Montville, New Jersey. Check out the Columbia Inn website: https://www.thecolumbiainn.com/ This video is powered by Qmerit, North America’s leading provider of installation services for EV charging, home energy storage, and other electrification technologies. See…

From State of Charge. I charge a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV from 10% to 80% on an EVgo 350 kW DC fast charger and offer my full analysis. I cover how fast does the Silverado EV charge, how long it takes to charge the Silverado EV to 80%, and how long it takes to add…

From State of Charge. In this video, I explain everything you need to know about how to charge the Kia EV9 Use the "STATEOFCHARGE" coupon code to save on your NACS to CCS1 Adapter: Save 15% on the A2Z Typhoon Pro adapter: https://a2zevshop.com/?ref=lsh8xAcYPb… Save 15% on the Lectron Vortex adapter: https://ev-lectron.com/products/lectr… Check out my new…