High charging costs for EVs could impact road trips, as seen in an incident in Manitoba where a driver was charged nearly $700 CAD for a little under two hours of charging at a dealership.
The dealership claimed to have informed the driver about the $5.99 per minute charging fee, raising concerns about additional fees if the car remained after reaching full charge.
This isolated incident emphasizes the importance of planning charging stops in advance, verifying rates, and ensuring chargers are operational before embarking on an EV road trip.
Although EV road trips are feasible with improved range and faster charging times, careful preparation and flexibility are crucial to address potential challenges along the way.