In a Twitter-shared video, a Tesla owner, Nati, faced charging issues in freezing temperatures. The Tesla displayed a persistent “Battery is heating – keep charge cable inserted” message after two hours of idling with climate controls on. Nati’s attempt to charge at a pump became an ordeal, challenging the perception of EV reliability.

Nati’s Tesla, parked at a charging station, showed no progress despite his patience. Critics, seizing the moment, emphasize concerns about EVs’ reliability. Unlike gas cars quickly resuming travel, EV glitches, as demonstrated, can disrupt plans.

Frustratingly, Nati left his car charging for 15 additional hours, attempting to contact Tesla support, receiving no response. This left him stranded, canceling Christmas plans due to the unavailability of rideshare services, impacting his holiday and family time. This incident intensifies skepticism about EVs being dependable primary vehicles.