Ah, California, the land of sunshine, tech billionaires, and, apparently, grown adults bickering like children over who gets to plug in their Tesla first. A recent viral video captures an absurd scene at what appears to be an EV charging station in Irvine (or maybe Rancho Cucamonga, depending on which Reddit detective you believe). The footage shows two men in a heated argument over who was actually next in line to charge their vehicle, with one man’s voice dramatically cracking as he wails, “I was in liiiiiiiine!”
The whole incident, filmed by a woman pleading with them to calm down, plays out like a lost episode of Seinfeld: EV Edition. And hilariously, neither man seems particularly concerned about how ridiculous they look.
EV charging stations can be a battleground, especially in areas where demand far outweighs supply. Unlike gas stations, where refueling takes a few minutes, charging an electric vehicle can take anywhere from 20 minutes to over an hour. That means any perceived slight in the queue is personal.
In this case, one driver allegedly cut ahead of another, sparking a shouting match that quickly escalated into a spectacle. The video shows a visibly enraged man, absolutely convinced of his moral superiority, as he aggressively defends his right to charge first. Meanwhile, the woman filming tries to inject some reason into the situation, but as anyone who has ever witnessed an irrational argument knows—logic doesn’t stand a chance.
Reddit Reacts: Dorks, Costanza, and EV Woes
As expected, the internet wasted no time roasting the entire situation. Some of the top Reddit comments included:
- “The lamest dorks on planet Earth lmao.”
- “George Costanza if Seinfeld covered the 2020s.”
- “I was in liiiiiine!!” (because nothing on the internet goes un-memed).
- “If you are this impatient, then an EV is not for you.”
There’s also a side debate about the identity of the woman trying to calm things down, with users humorously debating whether she’s Filipina, Laotian, or Cambodian. The consensus? She’s the only one in the video acting like an adult.
While this video is undeniably hilarious, it does highlight a real issue with EV infrastructure. Public charging stations—especially in high-density areas—are still limited, leading to long wait times and, apparently, parking lot feuds. Unlike gas stations, which have multiple pumps and quick turnover, EV chargers are often occupied for extended periods. For Tesla drivers who didn’t splurge on home charging setups, this means dealing with long lines and, occasionally, some unhinged guy yelling about queue etiquette.
Look, we all get frustrated when someone cuts in line, whether it’s at the coffee shop, airport security, or a Tesla Supercharger. But if you ever find yourself screaming “I WAS IN LINE!” with the intensity of a man defending his family’s honor in a medieval duel… it might be time to take a deep breath and reassess some things.
