Hansshow Tesla Supercharger Extension Cable Stress Test Review
The video reviews Handshow’s Tesla Supercharger extension cable, a solution for non‑Tesla EVs with CCS1 ports that need longer reach at Tesla stations. After early safety concerns—specifically a live connector when the button was released—Handshow upgraded the design with a true switch and dual‑ended thermal sensors. The tester stresses the cable on a Chevrolet Equinox EV, a Ford F‑150 Lightning, and a Rivian R1S, pulling up to 500 amps despite the cable’s 350‑amp continuous rating. Initial charging spikes to 150 kW, but both the Equinox and Lightning experience abrupt power drops to 20‑70 kW, even though connector temperatures remain well below typical thermal‑derating thresholds. Key moments include the reviewer noting, “the button was just a button, not a switch,” and later observing, “charging stopped at 20 % then resumed at 21 kW.” Switching to a standard Knack adapter restores expected power levels, confirming the extension cable as the source of the throttling. These findings suggest the cable’s thermal management may be overly conservative or flawed, undermining its value for drivers who must occupy two stalls and pay premium prices. Until reliability improves, EV owners may hesitate to adopt the extension, limiting broader adoption of Tesla’s open‑charging network.
Rivian R2 First Drive: This EV Is Even Better Than I Expected
Rivian unveiled the R2, a midsize electric SUV priced near $45,000, marking the company’s first serious push into a more affordable segment after selling fewer than 200,000 R1 models. The launch aims to broaden the brand’s appeal while preserving the...
State of Walmart EV Charging: June 2026 Update
The June 2026 update spotlights Walmart’s rapid EV‑charging rollout, with May alone delivering a record‑breaking 61 new locations and pushing total stalls past the 500‑mark. The video walks through each opening, highlighting pricing tiers—standard rates around 44‑51¢/kWh, Walmart Plus discounts of roughly...
Clevercharge Smart EV Charger Quick Charge Review
The video offers a condensed "quick charge" review of the Clever Charge Home EV charger, covering both the 40‑amp plug‑in model ($399) and the 48‑amp hard‑wired version ($449). It outlines physical dimensions, cable length, connector options (J1772 or Knack), UL‑type...
The Walmart EV Charging Network Is The Industry's 800 Pound Gorilla: Exclusive Interview
Walmart’s electric‑vehicle charging network, led by general manager Adam Hapel, is rapidly scaling beyond its pilot phase. Within a year the retailer moved from three test sites to more than 50 operational fast‑charging stations, with a target of 100 open...
Recharge Rescue La Mesa: Everything About This EV Charging Circuit Was Wrong
The latest episode of "Recharge Rescue" follows Tom and master electrician Matt Trout as they travel to La Mesa, California, to troubleshoot a home‑charging system that has repeatedly failed for Navy engineer David, a 2023 Rivian R1T owner. David’s email outlined...
Electric Vehicle Adoption And Charging Infrastructure In Tenerife Of The Canary Islands #tenerife
The video documents the surprising prevalence of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure on Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands. The presenter notes that most local rental agencies now stock EVs—from BMW i3s to Nissan Leafs—and that Chinese tourists constitute...
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,...
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...