Driving to Disney World in the Midst of a Storm

TLDRDespite an approaching northeaster storm, we embarked on a road trip from Pennsylvania to Disney World. We adjusted our plans to travel earlier to beat the bad weather. We shared our experience of driving an electric car and charging it along the way. Follow along on our journey as we battle the storm and make our way to Orlando!

Key insights

🚗We decided to drive to Disney World despite the approaching storm.

☔️We adjusted our departure time to leave before the storm hit.

⚡️We shared our experience of driving an electric car and charging it during the trip.

🗺️We planned our charging stops carefully to ensure we reached each destination without issues.

🌪️We encountered bad weather during the journey, but we safely navigated through it.

Q&A

Why did you decide to drive instead of flying to Disney World?

We wanted to have our own vehicle for transportation during our trip and also enjoy a road trip experience.

How did you plan your charging stops along the way?

We used Tesla's Supercharger network and planned our stops strategically to ensure we always had enough charge to reach the next destination.

Did you encounter any difficulties with charging your electric car?

Overall, the charging process went smoothly. However, we did encounter a broken charger at one location, but we quickly found an alternative nearby.

How did you handle the bad weather during the journey?

We adjusted our plans and departure time to avoid driving in the worst weather conditions. We also kept a close eye on the weather forecasts and planned our stops accordingly.

Any tips for others planning a road trip with an electric car?

Make sure to plan your charging stops in advance and be aware of the charging station locations along your route. It's also a good idea to pack some snacks and entertainment for the stops, as charging times can vary.

Timestamped Summary

00:07We decided to drive to Disney World despite the approaching storm.

00:32We adjusted our departure time to leave before the storm hit.

02:17We made our first charging stop at a Maryland supercharger.

03:27We continued our journey, making strategic charging stops along 95.

06:56We arrived at our third charging stop in North Carolina, confident that we were far enough South to avoid the worst of the storm.

09:03We made our fourth and final charging stop for the evening in South Carolina.

10:56The storm passed while we were safely asleep in the hotel, and we woke up to better weather conditions.

13:02We continued our journey, stopping at various supercharger locations along the way.

15:11We made a stop at a Buc-ee's supercharger, a massive truck stop offering plenty of amenities.

16:59Our last charging stop was at a Buc-ee's in St. Augustine, where we charged up and stocked up on supplies.

18:11We arrived at our final destination, Disney World, after a successful road trip despite the storm.