Question: As a consumer, had you done any research or calculations before the trip? Were your expectations realistic?

What strikes me is that people in some markets have unrealistic assumptions about the current battery technology. Spending more money does not change physics.

EV technology is rather good. But there are bad products in the EV market.

This review of the F-150 Lightning is interesting for the surprise of the reviewer that the vehicle isn't fit for purpose. https://www.guideautoweb.com/articles/68882/ford-f-150-light...

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