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On the Taycan forum [0] a few people were working the math out and figured out a theoretical 2:30 charge route. It requires 55MPH cruise and a few other things, but doesn't seem that out of the realm of possibility for a manufacturer backed PR stunt.

[0]: https://www.taycanforum.com/forum/threads/taycan-cross-count...

The one that I saw that worked it out said this: "Here’s a scenario that abrp says would cost 2:30 in charging: - max speed set to 55mph (yawn) - efficiency 200 Wh/mi @65mph - charging stops set for Shortest Legs - start with 100%"

Notably, 200 wh/mi is at least 20% too optimistic. OTOH, ABRP seems to underestimate the charge KW rate a little bit, but it doesn't seem to be enough.

They should publish the details for public examination. It seems like this comes with some important asterisks.

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