QUESTIONS, COFFEE & CARS #84 // NORTH AMERICA'S ANSWER TO CHINESE EVS?

EV Channels Review

This episode of Questions, Coffee & Cars tackles a variety of automotive queries, with a notable discussion on the Cadillac XT4. The hosts express enthusiasm for the XT4, particularly highlighting the available 14-speaker AKG sound system as a worthwhile upgrade. They also touch upon the ongoing debate between hybrid and EV ownership, noting the Toyota RAV4 Prime's strong value retention and the growing popularity of hybrids over pure EVs, partly due to depreciation concerns with older EVs. The conversation also delves into the barriers preventing Chinese EVs from entering the Canadian market, citing protectionism, stringent North American safety standards, and the significant investment required to establish a foothold. Finally, when advising a reader on replacing a Volvo S60, the hosts strongly recommend sticking with Volvo by opting for the XC60, praising its comfort, technology, and overall ownership experience, while dismissing the Infiniti QX55 due to its outdated tech and CVT.