"Still skeptical about EV reliability on longer trips, but slowing down to squeeze extra miles makes sense."
Yeah, totally get the skepticism—I was pretty nervous myself on my first long EV trip. Last summer, I got caught between charging stations in rural areas... range anxiety kicked in big-time. Ended up turning off climate control and cruising behind a truck at like 55 mph for almost an hour. Felt ridiculous, but it worked and got me safely to the next charger. Definitely pays to plan ahead and have backup options.
I get the logic behind slowing down, but honestly, if I have to crawl behind a semi at 55 mph just to make it to the next charger, that's a major dealbreaker for me. Trips are stressful enough without adding range anxiety into the mix. I'd rather map out extra stops or pick routes with reliable charging networks—even if it means a longer drive. Time is valuable, and I'd prefer spending it charging than inching along the highway.
Had a similar experience last summer—got stuck behind a slow-moving RV for miles just to squeeze out extra range. Honestly, I'd rather plan a leisurely lunch stop near a reliable charger than deal with that again. Makes the trip feel more relaxed anyway.
Curious, did you find the RV slipstream actually helped your range noticeably, or was it more psychological? I've tried drafting trucks before, but honestly, I'd rather just chill at a nice cafe than stare at someone's bumper for an hour...
- Tried drafting behind an RV once—honestly, didn't notice much difference.
- Might've been slightly better range-wise, but probably more placebo than anything.
- Plus, staring at someone's "Adventure Awaits" bumper sticker gets old fast... cafe wins every time.
