The ADAC has examined exactly what e-car drivers can expect when vacationing in other EU countries. When traveling with a caravan, several surprises awaited the testers – both positive and negative.

E-car on vacation: light and shadow in the ADAC test

Anyone who has bought an e-car in the last few months could take it on holiday for the first time in the next few weeks. As the Drive from Germany via Switzerland to Italy and Slovenia looks, the ADAC has now examined. The Kia EV6 with all-wheel drive was tested – and with a caravan behind it.

The good news first: According to the ADAC, electric cars are “very good” as towing vehicles. Even with a fully loaded caravan, the Kia EV6 showed no weaknesses and convinced with the best driving characteristics (source: ADAC). Electricity consumption has increased from the previous 20 kWh for 100 kilometers to an average of 36.6 kWh, which is not a big surprise.

However, the reduced range from the usual 400 to around 220 kilometers presented the testers with a number of challenges. The ADAC sees a difference in the availability and reliability of charging stations abroad “considerable need for action”. Sometimes entire charging parks failed completely, sometimes payment was not possible. The testers also noticed that many charging stations are not designed for e-cars with caravans, which takes time and is annoying.

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That’s what the ADAC recommends when vacationing with an e-car

Regardless of whether travelers are traveling with or without a caravan, the ADAC recommends some preparatory work. E-car drivers should always check in advance which quick-charging stations are on the route. In addition, it makes sense to carry charging cards from several providers.