How Long Does It Take To DC Fast Charge The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt? We Find Out
The video documents a full 0‑to‑100% DC fast‑charging test of the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt RS on a 350 kW EVgo station, highlighting the model’s upgraded LFP 65 kWh pack and next‑generation power electronics that lift its peak charging power to roughly 158 kW, three times the original Bolt’s 50 kW limit. Key data show the Bolt reaching 30% SOC in 10 minutes, 52% in 20 minutes, 70% in 30 minutes, and completing a full charge in just under an hour. However, the real‑world 10‑80% interval took about 33 minutes, falling short of GM’s advertised 26‑minute target, and the vehicle’s state‑of‑charge readout appeared 4 % low, likely due to calibration needs on a brand‑new battery. The presenter notes the initial surge to 150 kW within the first minute, a peak of 158 kW at four minutes, followed by a steep drop after six minutes, mirroring the charging curve of GM’s Equinox EV. The car reported 96% SOC at shutdown while the driver’s display showed 100%, underscoring BMS communication quirks during early cycles. These findings suggest the new Bolt offers a markedly faster DC fast‑charging experience than its predecessor, making it more viable for drivers needing quick top‑ups, yet the diminishing charge rate after 70% SOC and occasional SOC inaccuracies indicate room for GM to refine its battery management and charging algorithms.
Roam PowerBridge Pro Works As A V2L Device, But Not For Whole Home Backup Power
The State of Charge host revisits Rome Energy’s PowerBridge Pro after discovering that the device does not deliver the whole‑home backup capability it was marketed to provide. The reviewer explains why the original video was taken down and clarifies the...
You Can Power Your Whole Home With Your Tesla Battery Using The Roam PowerBridge Pro
The video introduces Rome Energy’s second‑generation PowerBridge Pro, a portable inverter that lets Tesla owners draw electricity from their vehicle’s battery to run household appliances. By mimicking a DC fast‑charging session, the unit convinces the car to export power, offering...
Walmart EV Charging In New Jersey
Walmart’s Supercenter in Freehold, New Jersey, became the retailer’s first EV charging site north of Arkansas, marking the chain’s initial foray into the Northeast. The location adds to Walmart’s modest network of 31 charging stations, 30 of which have been confined...
IONNA Partners With Circle K To Add More than 350 New Rechargery Sites To Its Network
The video announces IONNA’s strategic partnership with Circle K, which will see more than 350 new rechargery sites installed at the convenience‑store chain’s locations across the United States. Circle K operates over 7,300 stores, making it the second‑largest convenience‑store network in the...
Recharge Rescue Maryland: Catastrophic NEMA 14-50 Failure While Charging A Tesla
The video documents a home‑charging incident in Silver Spring, Maryland where a Tesla Model 3 triggered a fault alert and smoke from a NEMA 14‑50 outlet, prompting the “Recharge Rescue” team to intervene. Investigation revealed the outlet used undersized 8‑gauge ROMX wire, a...
Alpitronic Shows Off Its Megawatt HYC1000 EV Charger At EVCS 2026
At the 2026 EV Charging Summit in Las Vegas, Alpitronic Americas unveiled its next‑generation megawatt charger, the HYC1000, positioning it as a complement to the company’s existing 400 kW HYC400 model. The HYC1000 separates power electronics into a dedicated cabinet roughly the...
Should You Sell Your Ford F-150 Lightning Now that It's Been Cancelled?
The video tackles the fallout from Ford’s decision to end production of the F‑150 Lightning and the flood of owner concerns about future service, parts availability, and resale value. The host, a long‑time Lightning owner, reached out to Ford for...
The IONNA Network Arrives In Northern New Jersey
The video announces that the IONNA electric‑vehicle charging network has surpassed 100 sites and 1,000 bays, and that its first northern New Jersey location is now under construction. The presenter, a New Jersey resident, highlights the new Wawa‑based station in...