EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 16 MIN
EV Discussions Podcast — S2Ep30 — Mel to Syd — Ampol, EV & BP Pulse Charging Costs
from EV Discussions by The Electro Revolution — with your hosts — Jess and James, Adriana and Chris · host The Electro Revolution
YouTube video related news: https://youtu.be/e8iFemDKXeYYouTube video podcast: https://youtu.be/Pz7fWDbLNoUIn this episode, we continue the return journey from Melbourne to Sydney in the BYD Seal Premium. This is Part 3 of the road trip series, covering the first three charging stops on the way home — complete with real-world charging data, costs, efficiency figures, and charger reliability insights.Originally, I planned just three charging stops for the return leg. However, unexpected charger outages (including a full site failure at BP Pulse) meant adapting in real time.In this episode, we cover:• Ampol AmpCharge 150kW session• Unplanned EVIE 150kW top-up• BP Pulse 150kW charge to 100%⚡ Charging Performance & Costs BreakdownTotal distance covered: 265.6 km (165 miles)Total energy added: 101.472 kWhTotal charging time: 1 hour 37 minutesTotal cost: $74.57 AUDAverage charging cost: 76c per kWhReal-world efficiency (highway driving): 23.65 kWh/100kmWe also look at charging curve behavior — including how the Seal tapers from 120kW down to ~79kW as state-of-charge increases. This is critical for understanding optimal stop strategy and time efficiency on long-distance EV travel.This episode follows Michael, a motoring enthusiast, as he documents the initial segment of his electric vehicle road trip from Melbourne to Sydney. Driving a BYD Seal, he recounts the challenges of navigation, including encountering a completely offline charging station that forced a detour to an Ampol site.The narrative highlights the practicalities of using different charging applications and monitoring the car's fluctuating power intake during three specific stops. Detailed financial and technical statistics are provided, comparing the cost and efficiency of various network providers like BP Pulse and EV.Ultimately, the source serves as a real-world guide to long-distance EV travel, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and data tracking.Chapters:00:00 EV Road Trip Begins Melbourne to Sydney00:57 Starting at 40% Battery Strategy Explained02:01 Broken BP Pulse Chargers Infrastructure Anxiety02:56 Plan B AmpCharge Stop and Smooth Setup03:38 BYD Seal Charging Curve Explained05:24 First Charge Results Time Speed and Cost06:00 Opportunity Charging Coffee Stop Strategy06:56 Surprise 150kW Charger and Quick Top Up08:08 Strategic 100% Charge to Skip Next Stop09:57 Trip Data Costs Efficiency and Highway Reality
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YouTube video related news: https://youtu.be/e8iFemDKXeYYouTube video podcast: https://youtu.be/Pz7fWDbLNoUIn this episode, we continue the return journey from Melbourne to Sydney in the BYD Seal Premium. This is Part 3 of the road trip series, covering the first three charging stops on the way home — complete with real-world charging data, costs, efficiency figures, and charger reliability insights.Originally, I planned just three charging stops for the return leg. However, unexpected charger outages (including a full site failure at BP Pulse) meant adapting in real time.In this episode, we cover:• Ampol AmpCharge 150kW session• Unplanned EVIE 150kW top-up• BP Pulse 150kW charge to 100%⚡ Charging Performance & Costs BreakdownTotal distance covered: 265.6 km (165 miles)Total energy added: 101.472 kWhTotal charging time: 1 hour 37 minutesTotal cost: $74.57 AUDAverage charging cost: 76c per kWhReal-world efficiency (highway driving): 23.65 kWh/100kmWe also look at charging curve behavior — including how the Seal tapers from 120kW down to ~79kW as state-of-charge increases. This is critical for understanding optimal stop strategy and time efficiency on long-distance EV travel.This episode follows Michael, a motoring enthusiast, as he documents the initial segment of his electric vehicle road trip from Melbourne to Sydney. Driving a BYD Seal, he recounts the challenges of navigation, including encountering a completely offline charging station that forced a detour to an Ampol site.The narrative highlights the practicalities of using different charging applications and monitoring the car's fluctuating power intake during three specific stops. Detailed financial and technical statistics are provided, comparing the cost and efficiency of various network providers like BP Pulse and EV.Ultimately, the source serves as a real-world guide to long-distance EV travel, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and data tracking.Chapters:00:00 EV Road Trip Begins Melbourne to Sydney00:57 Starting at 40% Battery Strategy Explained02:01 Broken BP Pulse Chargers Infrastructure Anxiety02:56 Plan B AmpCharge Stop and Smooth Setup03:38 BYD Seal Charging Curve Explained05:24 First Charge Results Time Speed and Cost06:00 Opportunity Charging Coffee Stop Strategy06:56 Surprise 150kW Charger and Quick Top Up08:08 Strategic 100% Charge to Skip Next Stop09:57 Trip Data Costs Efficiency and Highway Reality
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