Will be renting a car in Marseille, drop off in Saint Malo. Concerned about the oil crisis, and so am considering getting an electric car instead of gas. How common are charging stations in France? We'll be roadtripping 13 hours from Provence to Brittany, so very concerned about range anxiety. Thanks!
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Mid-Atlantic area
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I’d be less comfortable needing to find a charging station that works, isn’t occupied, or figuring out an app to pay than paying a little more for fuel. With as little as you’ll need the price you increase won’t break the bank. Maybe a hybrid might work if you’re that concerned or public transportation if it goes to your destination.
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OP
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yeah I don't mind paying extra, I'm just concerned about being in a scenario where pumps are dry.
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Hi, You don't say when your trip is. With the major caveat that I do not have a car in France (I live in Paris), I can tell you that for the last few days there have been multiple news stories about gas stations running out of fuel. That seems like a bigger concern than the price increases, which have hit diesel more than gasoline. My perception is that charging stations are relatively widespread at service areas off autoroutes and in major towns. Probably harder in rural areas.
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OP
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yes, @clawsmith, this is exactly my concern. Trip is May 27-July 8. But the roadtrip which is the main concern is June 14-15.
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France Southwest - Occitanie
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Just to clarify, there’s no fuel shortage as of today. The only occasional shortages are at Total gas stations because they decided to cap their prices. As a result, everyone is rushing to fill up every 200 kms, which causes them to run out of gas until the next delivery arrives.
IMO traveling in France for a vacation in an electric vehicle can turn your trip into a total hassle between hunting for available public charging stations, having the right subscription, and making sure you have the correct payment method.