How to Plan a Road Trip in Your EV

Who doesn’t love planning for a road trip? You get to pick all your favorite snacks, get together with friends and family, and catch up on your favorite audiobook or podcast. But if you have an electric vehicle, you might think that planning for a road trip might be more trouble than it’s worth. Don’t worry, though; road tripping with an EV can be just as easy as with a conventional car. You can prepare for your road trip before electric vehicles arrive at Ewing Buick GMC. Just follow our guide to plan the road trip you’ve been waiting for all year.

Plan Your Route

If you’re a road trip veteran, you know how important it is to plan your driving route, and it’s even more important if you’re traveling in an electric vehicle. You want your battery’s charge to last as long as possible, so use an app like GMC Connected Services to map out your trip. Check for charging stations near shopping or food along your planned route to maximize your time and ensure that you can be as efficient as possible. While charging infrastructure continues to grow and expand across the country, you still won’t find them as frequently as fuel stations, so you want to make sure you have plenty of charge to make it to your next stop.

Stay Connected

Of course, staying entertained is a must for long trips on the open road. In addition to helping you map out your driving route, you can use GMC Connected Services to stay connected on the road. Access your Apple CarPlay or Android Auto playlist, use Bluetooth to let your family know your location, and access the latest news. Fire up the in-vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot to keep all your passengers happy during those long stretches, even in the middle of nowhere.

Have a Backup Plan – or Two

It’s rare for a road trip to go completely as planned. You should always plan for unexpected hiccups like road closures and potential car troubles. Use Connected Services to run vehicle diagnostics while you’re taking a bathroom break or double check that you locked the doors. Plan for a broken or full charging station by finding out the location of backup stations, and don’t forget extra drinks and snacks to tide all the passengers over during unexpected stops.

Electric Vehicles Coming Soon to Ewing Buick GMC

The newest Buick and GMC electric vehicles like the Hummer EV are arriving soon at Ewing Buick GMC! In the meantime, take a look at our pre-owned inventory for your next electric vehicle.