Volkswagen ID.4 Mega Road Trip! Florida To Colorado With The Best Value EV On Sale

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[@TrudyLawrence]

This video is 3 years old and give me so much knowledge! Thanks!

[@WayloKS]

I’m a resident of Kansas and love seeing the spots he charges at. I like the enthusiasm he has on these trips. Plus he is way more brave than I am with my EV so far. He will jump in a car with 15% charge, a destination at 250 miles away, and announce, “ I’ll make it with -78% battery life when I get there. It will be just fine!” Lol

[@CandycaneBeyond]

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!

[@Snowy-oq4ur]

I’m from Kansas too

[@mgbmusic99]

"Really nice sunset over the Walmart" is the most quintessential American phrase I've seen on a KZbin video.

[@ThemeParkBazza]

My normal attention span on YT is about 20mins. I don’t know what it is about your road trips but I watch each one beginning to end no matter how long , and I don’t even own a EV. I think it’s your enthusiasm and go with the flow attitude that makes it so absorbing to watch. Great vlog again.

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

I watched it 3 times youtube loves kyle

[@thumper1747]

Two years after I first watched this video and I’m watching it again as I’m closer to buying my first EV. I’ve gained much knowledge from watching Kyle and Bjorn and love the whole electrification issue. It’s all going to improve.

[@davidc4574]

Kyle, thanks for giving our Homewood Suites in Salina the thumbs up! You’re right - it is new, as is our downtown renovation. On your next stay try to have dinner at YaYas at the hotel and have a cocktail after at the fire pit in the courtyard. And yay PlugShare (small credit - I’m the one who added it. 😉

[@chrisutley6756]

David you deserve a raise.

[@MarcHowe]

@out of spec motoring I bought my wife an ID.4 Pro last week. We will be road tripping from metro Detroit to Louisville for July 4th. We decided to give a local Electrify America station a try tonight so that we aren't charging newbies on the road trip, and we ran into a guy who works in marketing for VW charging up his Pro S. He knows you! We had a little chat about your experiences with the Pro on this trip. When we got to the EA station there was a Mach E, a Taycan, and his Pro S. We took the last spot with our VW.

[@panameradan6860]

These long-road-trip videos in BEVs are invaluable to many of us, Kyle. Thanks for doing them, and please keep doing them as the public-charging infrastructure slowly builds out and becomes more reliable. My experience is owning two PHEVs but am eagerly looking forward to getting my first BEV, though I do a lot of long-distance, cross-country road trips to see family each year. I hope that the charging companies (like EA) and the non-Tesla automakers are watching your videos, also -- because they should be. I like all the charging details that you go through when stopped at a charging station; it's very educational. But I fear that the average person isn't going to be able to navigate the poor public-charging infrastructure as it now stands: it really takes somebody that's really into BEVs to do trips like this, and somebody with patience (and if there are any passengers, those passengers need to be like-minded!). Very few of my family members would put up with all this on a trip with me -- the uncertainty, the unreliability, the having to drive to empty parking lots in dicey areas after dark, etc.

[@mysteeda2010]

I find myself constantly leaving videos. Almost a bit of ADD. Somehow I made it to the end of this video without skipping any of it. I struggle with 10 minute videos, here is a 90 minute video that was amazing. Thank you!

[@Peter-st1lt]

This is one of the better road trips that you've done where the charging infrastructure didn't let you down as in the past. Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

[@navtown]

Just did a 467 mile trip today from Tampa to Atlanta in a Tesla Model Y and the trip was flawless with AP and the Tesla supercharging network is just brilliant! No apps or cards or wallet to fumble it. Just plug the car and boom, power flows. That is the main reason I would not mess with any other EV brand.

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

It really isn’t hard I just click on Apple wallet and my ea pass is in their already I tap it next to card reader and it starts no swiping or fumbling. I’d 4 will have plug and charge this fall so you wont be able to brag.

[@navtown]

@@markfitzpatrick6692 wil have…ahem….willll waiiiiiit and consider later…….

[@jadenhalstead7290]

@@markfitzpatrick6692 we all saw how well plug and charge worked with his videos on the Mach-E

[@Taakeheim]

This really makes me appreciate the awesome network of high power chargers we have in Norway. They are almost always in vicinity of a service station as well, so getting food is easy.

[@DeniJasmina]

Norway is a tiny little country compared to the US.

[@yanyoreal4858]

You are such a friendly and experienced expert moderator...and believe me: they are hard to find in this level. It's a pleasure to follow you. *sitting ovations*

[@gvs376]

Middle Tennessee has been heavily developed with charging stations for nearly 15 years. Nissan has a massive factory there, and did much of their Leaf testing in the area. Those people who iced out that charging station knew exactly what they were doing. Still, it was nice of you to give them the benefit of the doubt.

[@nix4644]

Exactly right!

[@BovDrives]

i Was just thinking how much i wished Kyle would do a road trip in the ID4..You read my mind!

[@Wizzywizzkers]

I love your attitude with road trips, especially on this one . "It's one in the afternoon and no idea when I'll get home. Let's fine out"... perfect. No rush , take your time and enjoy the ride!

[@Wizzywizzkers]

And of course the red Starbucks drink ... you really need to reach out to Starbucks for some kind of deal with them lol.

[@ms-jl6dl]

Only applicable for the unemployed. The rest of us have time schedules and appointments.

[@glenfordburrell2133]

Bro. Stranded outside a Walmart in the stifling heat is not my idea of living the dream, dude.

[@eranschau]

I’m not gonna lie. You are the reason I preordered an ID.4!

[@Hero007ization]

Cancelled my Mach e, ordered ID4

[@Hero007ization]

Mach e Cancelled, ID 4 ordered

[@hurricanefreak101]

@@Hero007ization just be aware that some dealers are price gouging which is legal in some states - market adjustment is awful

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

@@Hero007ization the I’d 4 is cheaper if you get the pro and you get 3 years of ea to do your own road trip

[@rcpmac]

So, you didn’t watch the video?

[@ShamanNoodles]

I just got one of these after driving a Bolt EUV for a year and I can tell you that it's a *totally* different experience! I'm happy I made the upgrade

[@josepha.p.2639]

A movie length video. Took two days to finish it. Great video with a lot of energy and optimism. I fully enjoyed it.

[@markshellard]

I did the video in 3 days but Loving the ID.4

[@corey3301]

I just bought my 1st electric car because I was spending over $500 a month on my work commute. 2021 id4 pro s. Grateful for these videos, thanks man!

[@Beefwe]

Man, so glad to see the road trips back again! I’ve missed these!

[@bradjc]

Kyle: may have drank too much last night, not feeling my best, need some recovery time. Also Kyle: Feeling great though! Haha it's the honesty that makes these videos great.

[@nevco8774]

Besides there is his comedy style: "the bugs are squished on the front of the car which makes it a very good road trips one".

[@frankbock6560]

Hi, I watch this channel from Germany. I like these road trip videos because I can look at various electric cars and still see some of the beautiful landscape in the USA. I am still not sure which car I will buy. Keep it up!

[@abraxastulammo9940]

At least ID.4 has free configurability now and you don't have to buy the expensive Tech/Max to get travel assist. 😅

[@nickberdeguez2360]

I own a VW ID.4 Pro S. My first EV! My wife and both didn't like how small the Model 3 was inside. The VW shaded sunroof is so much nicer than the Model 3. Overall we are happy we went with the ID.4 Great cross country review.

[@warhammerfaction]

What made you not choose the model y? Price I’m not sure how much the vw runs

[@nickberdeguez2360]

@@warhammerfaction We both fell in love with the ID4... The sunshade & body style of the ID4 much nicer than the Tesla.

[@davidbeiler6364]

2022? how much did you pay for it? how many miles do you get?

[@nickberdeguez2360]

@@davidbeiler6364 2021 ID4 Pro S. We get about 250 miles on a full 100% charge. We usually charge to 80% and get 200 miles local driving. Less on the highway, especially if we exceed 75 mph.

[@danielstehura9657]

Too bad about your range

[@DomTheDP]

Just got our ID.4 Pro S and wanted to thank you for your reviews and videos. We absolutely love it.

[@ricardochoa]

You have by far the best camera angles ever. It’s almost like going on a road trip with you! Love it

[@donnmckinnon]

Kyle, I really enjoy your enthusiasm and expertise. You are providing a great service for those new to EV's

[@El-ng7mb]

I'm sick with COVID and the only videos I want to watch is yours. So interesting and entertaining

[@perfev]

Amazing that Sandy trashed this so bad, yet you showed it's quality even in base trim. Seems like a fantastic EV value!

[@minibx6659]

In my opinion Sandy was playing dumb .

[@abraxastulammo9940]

Sandy found some Love for the motor, so VW might creep into a good standing again. 😉

[@perfev]

@@minibx6659 I love me some Sandy, I think he didn't have his coffee that morning 😉

[@perfev]

@@abraxastulammo9940 yea I saw that, always love getting his expert take on the suspension and motors. Stuff like VW going absolutely crazy with the threaded "unfasteners" is a totally merited critique. One of course needs to keep in mind that it's a budget EV really, like you wouldn't expect a Jetta to be on par w/ a 3 Series, but it's great to see exactly what the cons are.

[@abraxastulammo9940]

@@perfev People speculate it is for holding the Heatpads in place, a clever kind of pcb heatsink and for easy disassemby (repair or recycling). 🤷

[@e5kimo]

cant get enough of these road trip videos! thank you!!!!

[@Torbell]

I'm obsessed with this moonstone gray colour. Just preordered mine!

[@b3j94]

Hope you enjoy it man

[@Annette_Hons]

Me too, but bummed that you can’t order gray interior , only black. Black isn’t bad but I don’t like the brown on the dash and whatnot that comes with the black interior.

[@n7josh911]

I’ve purchased an ID4. I love your reviews. I love my car so far. Thank you for your clear, concise opinions.

[@charlesball9522]

Ahhh the EV road trip, seeing America one Walmart at a time. Edit: Wow, thanks for all the likes.

[@OutofSpecMotoring]

Sadly

[@taurus20077]

Actually, there was a Target sandwich in between!!!

[@alexnutcasio936]

@@OutofSpecMotoring if it werent for WalMart parking lots, you’d have no place to charge. Be thankful EA and WalMart cut a deal.

[@rsdwall466]

😄

[@tjsean0308]

Don't forget Casey's general stores on i-80

[@adamcobb8861]

Excellent video! I will be sharing this with my ID4 customers! Thank you for documenting!

[@Charles-in5xg]

kyle's middle name has to be road trip. best road trip channel on yt.

[@minibx6659]

His last name is 0%

[@Charles-in5xg]

@@minibx6659 🤣

[@aleus9166]

What a fun trip. Most people won't road trip too often but it's nice to know it's very possible in this EV with a little bit of planning.

[@justinbrewer8164]

I actually bought an ID4, First Edition in part because of the positive review on this channel :)

[@jimalvarez1613]

Well how do you like it

[@ashrafc7794]

Were you considering the Ioniq5? or MachE? Just curious if you test drove the Ford and what you thought

[@geekdomo]

Thank you for doing this! So many other reviewers are short less than a week with the car driving around their town. I love your channel doing the road trips. It helps install some confidence in using an EV on longer journeys. I have owned 2 other EVs in the past Leaf & eGolf and their limited range especially on the highway meant I was relegated to in-town car trips. I am currently looking at the ID4

[@forrestadams]

Awesome video. Your reviews helped seal the deal with my ID4 purchase. It’s a great ride. Keep up the good work.

[@JetEarlewood]

Hey. I love how thoughtful you were of others… in case a Leaf pulls up.

[@jimmatulevich98]

Had my ID.4 Pro S for a month and I'm loving it. Contemplating a trip in it from NJ to FL so this video was informative.

[@AntonioLop14]

Is it a crossover or real SUV?

[@dennislyon5412]

Go for it. I-95 is easy for an EV these days.

[@carolharper9834]

Thank you so much for this video. We received our 2021 ID-4 AWD Pro S in June and I have been thinking of driving from Chicago to Atlanta alone. I have made this trip in our Honda Element a couple of times but not for several years and at 77 yo I'm a little nervous as the ID-4 is quite a learning curve. Now that I've watched your video, I feel that I will be able to accomplish this. We love our VW; what a great ride.

[@victoriadovalina9211]

I’m soo glad you did this video! I recently got my ID.4 pro and I love it! The air gets ridiculously cold!

[@cookinma]

I just got one too, a Pro S, and I just want to go out driving every day, it’s so comfy and cool!!!

[@johnbrews9724]

Found this video an excellent and very Frank introduction to road tripping and charger operation. Clearly the trip planning puts charging stations and the next charge a preoccupation. And the wrinkles involved that you’d never think of if you haven’t driven all-electric are put in front of you. Personally, the complications of all electric make me very happy I bought a hybrid.

[@makingwithsteve]

I watched this mostly because I've been looking at the ID.4, but soon realized how satisfying it is to follow along with your road trips. Definitely getting hooked on your videos Kyle! Keep up the good work!

[@markmcintosh7095]

You have the best EV channel on the web. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@retrofreak05]

Greetings from Nashville, hope you enjoyed our version of a mountain pass coming from Chattanooga (btw Chattanoogans pronounce the t's). We bought a cancelled reservation 1st edition, partly due to your reviews, 7 weeks ago and have driven 6k miles! It was fun to watch you hit some of the same stations! We're about to do another 2k going down to FL and it was nice to see some more of the stations we'll be using.

[@retrofreak05]

And YES, the charge speed is based on the GOM. I've had 128kW read anywhere from 6-8 mi/min. And and, I have also had stations randomly peak at 75-90, sometimes dropping down minutes after hitting 127+ (well below 40% SoC). Replugging doesn't seem to resolve so I've taken to just immediately changing stations.

[@tomrybold]

kyle good video and i ordered my Id4 2023

[@gabriel1985]

Welcome back! Thanks for the upload!

[@do47m]

Been waiting for more road trip videos. My patience has been rewarded. Thank you.

[@williampulley]

After all the videos watched on your charging demos, the moral of the story is to NEVER walk away as that guarantees an error! 😎

[@joshuakayla9790]

You just have to back away very slowly while staring at the charger. Then it won't feel abandoned.

[@rsdwall466]

😄😄

[@brhutchi]

Ok I ordered one. Wife hated regen on Rivian. Seems like a good transition car. I want a y but going to save 18k id4proS. Hoping to get 7500 tax incentive made in TN

[@anthonyc8499]

These CCS adventure road trips are my favorite! Really cool to see the growth of the CCS network and the massive improvement in EA since 2019. They've still got a ways to go but it's moving quickly. Homewood Suites looks like the place to stay. Kyle is gonna lose his mind with the charging speeds on the new Kia EV6 and Hyundai Ioniq 5.

[@fozzir]

Kyle is such a trooper and so patient dealing with all these EV charging issues. If it were me, I'd be cussing, kicking and mad at the world wanting to return my EV to the dealership and just go back to a gas car.

[@mowcowbell]

These struggles only occur on road trips. For daily driving, you'll spend zero time at a DC charging station. You plug in at home each night like you would your cell phone, wake up to a fully charged vehicle. Most drivers do only one or two longer than 250 mile trips a year, so this issue is almost non-existent.

[@kaervin]

I've been waiting for this video. I just traded in my 2017 Bolt for a new ID.4 1st Edition. The main reason was the charging curve for road tripping. I loved the Bolt and as long as you're not going too far it's a great vehicle. The charging speed is too much. Chevy missed the boat when they didn't update the charging for the new model refresh. That's what nudged me to the ID.4. So far, I have to say, I love the vehicle.

[@gazzyT644]

22 Bolt was a disappointment due to Chevy keeping the 50KW/H CSS charge speed.

[@abraxastulammo9940]

@@gazzyT644 BMW i3 could also be so much better with improved charging speed, but Kia/Hyundai are killing it, true next level stuff.

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

I haven’t done it yet but the charge speed and the free charging is probably going to push me to id4 pro. It would be cool to get supercruise

[@markfitzpatrick6692]

@@abraxastulammo9940 only problem with Kia/Hyundai is cars only sold in zev states unless it is used

[@Prodigious1One]

Yeah... I think that Chevy doesn't focus on the right things. Offering faster charging would be good. But they probably didn't want to spend more money on new charging parts for the car.

[@crystallimerick4787]

I test drove the Id4 last week, , loved it. Thanks so much for this video. Being my first EV I did have the anxiety about charging. You really helped eliminate that concern.

[@FernandoRodriguez-pj5uh]

I have been driving my ID4 for almost a month already and I absolutely love this car. Some people need to understand that not all EVs are sports cars. We are getting a Tesla Model 3 delivered next week. So far loving the ID4 it is a nice drive. And looks very nice too!!!

[@randyvanvliet226]

The fit, finish, interior and equipment on the 3 is junk. Not even an energy saving heater, just a resistive one that sucks your battery juice down.

[@FernandoRodriguez-pj5uh]

@@randyvanvliet226 You seem to hate every car. Sorry for you. I think the complete opposite!!! Do you own a Model 3?

[@NedNew]

@@randyvanvliet226 Randy, have you had too many fizzy drinks again?

[@Berycej]

I'm looking to become an EV owner coming out of the pandemic and these road trips really help in getting a real snapshot of the present and where we could be if industry and governments (local and national) lean in to this. Pretty exciting. My use case is pretty much local commuting but watching these makes me wanna road trip. Nice to know that it's possible right now... And will only become more convenient in the future. Thanks to the entire OSM crew for all these episodes.

[@timhoyer8049]

stuck through till the end brother!!

[@MrVeeBlog]

Great trip. I keep watching these to get a sense of what its going to be like when I get an EV. Thanks for sharing

[@bernardchristensen9705]

Enjoy your trips, informative for a newbie like me, crazy. about my Kona, anxious to test drive an Ioniq 5, my wife's Volvo S60 sits in the driveway gathering dust now. Don't miss my F150 anymore, Saving lots on gas, insurance, maintenance, Heading out on our first road trip with more confidence thanks to your videos, keep up the good work!

[@TheLocalChurchExperience]

Tbe ID.4 looks great. Good car.

[@jezw1138]

Another great video. You’ve managed to push the ID4 a couple places higher on my shortlist because of the easy way it seems to eat up the miles and it looks great in that colour.

[@josepha.p.2639]

Excellent education video for people like me yearning for an EV, but can't make a decision yet.

[@FreddyRozen]

You won't regret it!!

[@jimalvarez1613]

Went to Galpin Ford and test drove one, then the salesman tells me the are a limited supply so they’ve been marked up $5,000. I told him forget it, I’ll get a Tesla. I’m sick of dealerships. Everyone pays the same at Tesla, no games.

[@mmayo1320]

Was thinking of reserving, and after watching this video and driving one at the dealer - ordered a Pro S. I also got a kick out of your Dad's video. Thanks, Kyle!

[@joemcdonough7509]

Great channel Kyle! Subscribed and binge watched all your road trips. You've motivated me to make a cross country trip in my Model S now!

[@drewbly5144]

I stumbled upon this video a few days ago and have been watching in chunks. I was almost certain you'd end up on I-70 through Kansas and I was SO HOPING you'd end up charging/staying in my college town of Hays, KS. I was so sad when you ended up sleeping in Salina because I figured you'd pass by Hays but when your next cut happened you were getting off to charge at the Hays Walmart! I spent 6 great years in Hays getting my bachelors and masters and it was so cool seeing you stop in there if not just for a quick top up. Happy to say this video got my attention and you gained a subscriber!

[@MrSuperdurden]

Dude, your energy and positivity is impressive, always love your reviews and all the technical details you provide. Also, I love that color - keep it up!

[@BlakeCheck]

The best ID.4 video I’ve seen! We ordered this exact spec and just put the rest of our deposit down.

[@rehajm]

Most important learn!- meshing the food/coffee strategy with the charging strategy. Step 1- if food/coffee isn't within walking distance, pick up first...

[@mike393000]

I just decided to buy a ID.4 today.... ordering it and they said because of the war it'll be made in Chattanooga. 6 months or less.. This will be the gradient model.. Itll be my first EV and your video answered a lot of my questions.. I'm going moonstone gray too! Thank you, subscribed!

[@fshepinc]

Another really informative video, Kyle -Thanks! I've had my ID.4 for about two months now, but still haven't tried EA (not needed, and no charger near me). But I am hoping to do a road trip this summer so I really appreciated the insights and recommendations. Thanks also for the positive attitude that celebrates cars and driving -as opposed to the negative crap and snark that so many reviewers seem to thrive on. Can't wait for your next ID.4 video!

[@JerryRice_IE]

Hi Kyle … Thanks for taking us along during your road trip. And also for singing the praises of Salina, Kansas - a hidden gem in the Midwest! Next time, be sure to visit The Cozy Inn. It’s not a place to overnight, but it is where they make one of the best burgers you’ll find anywhere in the country.

[@profpigeon5441]

I love the fact that your getting a solid lane assist system in this. The E Tron charges more for that over the base model. Great video so far, I love these. Im a model Y owner but want to get another EV one day and the VW offering is looking better by the day

[@domg7359]

Only if solid means incredibly buggy. The system didn't stop for stopped traffic and I was almost in an accident with it. I've never had AP do anything that dangerous.

[@alexnutcasio936]

@@domg7359 I’ve had AP stop or slow so quickly that it almost put me through windshield when another car, that wasn’t a collision threat, turned left in front of me coming out of side street to my right with plenty of time to spare. AP can greatly overreact too.

[@domg7359]

@@alexnutcasio936 So have I but I wasn't in danger of crashing into the car in front of me! It is somewhat dangerous if a driver is tailgating you but after using both systems Tesla AutoPilot is FAR FAR FAR superior to VW's driver assistant. Like it isn't even close. This was just a standard stop for traffic and the ID.4 didn't even slow!

[@wolfgangpreier9160]

@@alexnutcasio936 You must of course use the seatbelts. Never trust the steering wheel to protect your teeth from biting into the windscreen or getting you nose bloody!

[@themeach011]

@@domg7359 I've had a few times when the center lane disappeared on the hiway due to a chip coat the put on the road and my auto pilot tried to seek out the center line and went right across into oncoming lane. Luckily I was paying attention and no one was coming. I love my ap and I use it the second I get on any hiway. Just gotta watch.

[@caryrae73]

I love technology and watching stuff like this, seems really fun to be able to test drive these cars.

[@allnewcarshowroom5355]

I love these road trip videos! ❤️

[@trails247]

I work for the IT department at the (pronunciation lesson here) Chatt - A - New - Ga. If you want to come back and get a video with our plant, maybe when the plant rolls off the line its first ID.4 (though we are already in the pre-planning stages), I could get you in contact with our PR folks… and hopefully plan something out

[@markshellard]

Ugh you might have just gotten me to trade in my bolt!!! 😁

[@laloajuria4678]

if its the old broken one, definitely!

[@dommy456]

Yeah I wish the bolt and even new bolt EUV weren’t stuck at 55 kW charging speeds. That’s what kills it for me otherwise I am rooting for GM.

[@markshellard]

@@laloajuria4678 it's not.

[@Prodigious1One]

@@dommy456 55 kw isn't too slow compared to 125 kw. Maybe you save about 15 to 20 minutes charging time.

[@electric-rideshare]

@@Prodigious1One 55kW is terrible. I've had my Bolt about 15 months now. The Charging speed is exactly why I am looking for something else. The ID 4 charges 2 1/4 faster ! As with all evs winter charging is even worse..in Min our Bolts charge at roughly 24kW.. So even if the iD 4 charging is also cut in half it should get 60+ kW in winter.

[@NathanTenney]

Pretty fun to watch this kind of thing. I worked on the J1772 and J2836 standards.

[@BDavinci06]

Another great Out of Spec road trip video. I would really look into the ID4 as a future EV I'll purchase for the foreseeable future.

[@HiiipowerDanni]

This is everything that I want in an electric vehicle. I really want a SUV. Thank you for the content.

[@nathanlinares5503]

I'm excited for Kyle to get his hands on an Ioniq 5!

[@Traveling_with_christina.]

i think the 2022 will be here in the fall so soon if he is

[@prime8nate]

I was told today that by someone in a sales department for a Hyundai in upstate NY that they thought the transportation for these cars to dealers is behind schedule and that they thought it might actually be winter. No idea how much to trust this but there you go.

[@andremaloney4128]

Kyle, I'm glad you got the chance to do this 'cause I have a Pro on order. (I was going to get the 2 motor variant, but the website said expected delivery in Feb '22). Cheers

[@danielbedard5648]

Kyle you're the man, great job !!!

[@cmbadass]

That “Marietta” charging stop is actually in Kennesaw. It’s one of my favorite stops. Close to the exit, Duluth trading in the parking lot. Epic .

[@MrKarmapolice97]

This gen and wearing hoodies all year round I’ll never understand, he is burning me up just watching

[@wolfgangpreier9160]

Me too. When i go on a ‚roadtrip‘ around the house with my dogs. In Winter. Or in 2021 Springtime.

[@garyclark6747]

Amazing⚱️⛏hotel charger.😏 Fabulous to see iD4 rocket off empty to 60% so consistently. Awesome trip and nice switch up of meal in hand and then charge. It helps when cable swapping is needed a few times.👍🏼

[@wheresjimmy247]

Great video. Would really like to see some graphics and figures at the end of the video (and along the way) of how much time is spent charging in relation to how long you’ve driven. Oh, and you’ve gotta keep the windshield clean! You stop at a dozen Walmarts and don’t pick up any windshield cleaner and towels?! Your video is your product. Thanks!

[@johndean7370]

Great video. I did watch the entire video. I appreciate all of the various tips regarding the road trip with the ID.4

[@ericcindycrowder7482]

You want to keep the “flap” because it’s important to use when charging L2 in the elements to keep rain and debris out of the DC pins.

[@Lass_muc]

I came to the comment section to write the same thing. Thanks! The cover is not silly, it protects from rain when you AC charge outside in rainy days. Tesla Europe offer CCS ports and do not cover the DC, most people buy these covers extra.

[@JackRussell021]

A couple of points: The EA chargers actually have two NFC antennas. One for use with GooglePay or an NFC credit card, and a second one that is *only* for use with the app. On some models of charger, the app pad is beneath the credit card reader, and if you are tall, the thing is barely visible. Ideally that second pad would be up closer to the video screen. If you have the ID.4 plan in your EA app and you touch the wrong NFC pad (the one on the credit card reader), your phone will call up Google Pay and not the EA app. The other day I was at an EA station in Philly - of the 8 stations, 5 were in use (two ID.4, one Mach-E, one etron, and one Bolt). The etron was driven by a field service tech for ABB who was repairing one of the chargers. That's the busiest I have ever seen. I have a theory that when the charger drops to 30kW or thereabouts, that the underlying problem is that the cable cooling has failed, and it falls back to a much lower power level. Not that this info actually helps you very much - for the end user, switching to a different cabinet is your best option.

[@conrado800]

Interesting. Would be nice if it displayed that error on screen and guided the user to a different station. These ABB chargers can be slow and buggy AF

[@abraxastulammo9940]

True, 30 kW cooling failure, less than 90 kW can mean power module failure.

[@dethpuck]

i think this may be the exact spec and color of id4 that i order.

[@minibx6659]

I saw this car in person In NYC and it looks beautiful with that color, the wheels look rather nice for being aero

[@bisquitngroovy]

Its a really nice looking car!

[@proudvirginian]

As this is the exact model coming to a driveway near me, I feel like this is a learner's guide. I've watched two full times and bits and pieces of it a few more. Thanks for putting in the miles

[@css20080301]

FYI: you can add your EA account to your Apple Wallet. Then you can forgo the app. Came in handy when the app tried to initiate the wrong station and could just not be stopped.

[@tjsean0308]

Apple wallet and tap to pay works great. I've been using it on my 2800 mile trip.

[@FreddyRozen]

I honestly don't know what I did on my Samsung phone but tap to pay is also working perfectly. No opening of any apps. Loving it!!!

[@danimal999]

When I had my 2020 Leaf and was using EA chargers, this was a lifesaver. When they rebuilt their app from scratch several months ago it was nearly unusable to completely unusable. So much frustration but eventually I was able to get the Apple Wallet pass installed, then never had to use that app again.

[@joebass5163]

Came here because on another KZbin video it was said the advantage goes to Kia EV6 and Ioniq 5 because of 350 kw charge rate vs 125 for iD4. As you can see 125 kw is more than capable for road trips. Thanks for the video.

[@3izzy0]

You are such a positive person, who wouldn't want you to review their car?! And as @EricRanschau said below, you very well may be the reason I get an ID.4

[@CandycaneBeyond]

If EA would just put an awning above the chargers it would help keep the chargers cooler.

[@mowcowbell]

Another epic road trip from Out of Spec Motoring. You keep such a positive attitude on long road trips... I could never manage to do that. The fees on that Blink charger was completely exorbitant! I pay .05 per kWh during off peak charging at home. Glad you found good Zaxby's... all the ones here in Oklahoma are the worst. VW really needs to address the infotainment screen lag. I have 5 year old Android tablets that respond faster than this.

[@beach1963]

I was reluctant to order an ID.4 Pro until about a week ago when I found out that waving my hand past the proximity sensor on the center screen works far better than swiping left or right with my finger! Also, just touching the little menu button on the left side of the screen flips back-and-forth between the two main screens flawlessly.

[@cauthoncrazy]

This is appointment viewing at my house. This was excellent. 😁