How to Charge The Ford F 150 Lightning Deep Dive

In this video, we cover everything you need to know about charging the Ford F-150 Lightning. It's a comprehensive review that also explains basic EV charging so even the novice can understand. We know it's a long video, and that's because we went for thoroughness over brevity since most F-150 Lightning owners are experiencing electric car charging for the first time.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:40 Basic info about the 3 levels of EV charging (for beginners)
5:42 The dual-voltage Ford Mobile Charger
10:08 How long does it take to charge using the Ford Mobile Charger
12:11 Does the Mobile charger supply 32-amps or 30-amps?
13:50 How to install the Ford Mobile Connector
15:39 The 80-amp Ford Charge Station Pro
19:56 How long does it take to charge using the Ford Charge Station Pro?
21:35 Why does the Ford Charge Station Pro use a different connector?
23:04 The 48-amp Ford Connected Charge Station
25:50 How long does it take to charge using the Ford Connected Charge Station?
26:45 DC fast charging the Ford F-150 Lightning
29:30 How long does it take to DC fast charge the F-150 Lightning on a 150 kW station?
31:40 How long does it take to DC fast charge the F-150 Lightning on a 50 kW station?
32:53 The FordPass Charging Network
33:49 Plug&Charge
34:50 Using charging equipment from 3rd party suppliers
35:34 Using Tesla charging stations to charge the Ford F-150 Lightning
39:15 The Ford Intelligent Backup Power feature
42:41 Outro

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[StateOfChargeWithTomMoloughney]

Note: @16:30 in the video I say that you need to install the Charge Station Pro on a dedicated 100-amp circuit. That was the information we had at the time. Since then, I learned that you could de-rate the unit, all the way down to about 24-amps if you don't have the full 100-amp circuit to spare.

[jrsystems]

As a first time owner of a Lightning I am very thankful for this video.

[yobyotYT]

I’m not interested in an F-150 Lightning (maybe a GV60) but I still loved this video. Charging an EV is a different world and this video is full of basic and useful information.

[karlbloss]

Absolutely super! You've delivered so much great information in this video. As a Tesla owner, this makes me warm up to Ford EV product line. They've done a lot of things right.

[thomasharrington]

Love the simplified explanation for those of us who aren’t electricians.

[jamielancaster]

I have a 2022 Extended Lighting with a Station Pro ($950 to install) & I only charge twice a week. Charging only cost me on average about 4 cents a mile - that’s equivalent to about 80 cents a gallon of gas ($3.35 a gal) with a 3.5L or 5L F-150. If you had the 36 gal tank it would cost you $120.60 to fill up - it cost me $28.80. It’s a great daily driver.

[bleep]

This is a great video!! Never heard any of this detail before, not at this level. Never really gave that much thought as to what was needed and how much it would cost for V2H capability. I will be a 1st EV owner this year, either the R1T or the Lightning. Was an early pre-order holder for both. This video is exactly what is needed. Been a subscriber since seeing you on E for Electric. Thank you

[alexnutcasio]

Great stuff Tom. Ford was smart not going too far off the rails and made the F150E look like a standard pickup.

[jayrhettmortensen]

Fantastic Video for the new-to-EV Ford Lightning owners.

[joshuasmith]

Don't forget the 70 mph range test when you get your ford lightning. I'm looking forward to seeing that as well.

[glassman]

Been researching the Lightning that I have a reservation in on…my dealer is ignorant and this gave me what I have been asking on charging it…Great info.many thanks

[jesseWantWind]

I watch YouTube videos a lot & never comment but I had to on this one… This is such an amazing video… very thorough & detailed. People who are looking for information about ev charging on the lighting is going to love you Tom literally… lol keep up the great work

[somethingsomeone]

Seriously impressed! I understand all this and got to say you’re the first person to go in-depth and actually be correct. Most get lost in the weeds but not you. Nice work man! Subscribing right now

[thomaskerkhoff]

Consumer based factual presentation! Good on ya!

[k-jomyers]

Minutes 41 - 43 are uniquely insightful, thank you for spreading the word!

[mikem]

Very well done. Best explanation I've seen. Thank you

[gueorguitchantouria]

As usual great video from Tom.
I am also waiting for my F150 lightning but I already have mustang Mach E standard
range and charging looks to be exactly the same. I have had my Mustang Mach E For a coyuple of months now and I love it. I am leaving Atlanta area and already went down to Florida for 400 mile trip. Are used
electrify America phone Application to find DC fast charging stations And there are plenty of them Conveniently located along main highways. I was able to go from 10 to 80% charge in 30 minutes Which on my
standard range Mustang was going from about 23 miles to 200 miles of range. Electrify America stations are usually located next to Walmart, Sam’s Club or other shopping areas so you can take a 30 minute break to get some food and you will be on your way.

[ElitWolf]

I listened to every word!.. it's very educational.. I've done tons of research on electric vehicles. I've watched the YouTubers cover the differences in Rivina, Ford, Tesla, GM Hummer, etc so i've got a good graps how everything works & the gimics they try to pull.. but this video servies as a full in depth source you can revisit & review over time... Shorter video is fine, but you can always referance back to this one if they want more info!.. Keep it up

[glenwoodriverresidentsgrou]

I bought an EV recently and have been educating myself on all things EV. This is without a doubt the best EV channel I have watched. I subscribe to no channels whatsoever, zero, zilch, nada, but I will subscribe to this one. Well done.

[ricktrenkler]

Great job! Nothing wrong with detail. Keep up the great work.