QUESTIONS, COFFEE AND CARS. EPISODE #2 Q&A

EV Channels Review

This 'Questions, Coffee and Cars' episode tackles a diverse range of automotive queries, from personal vehicle preferences to market trends and specific model recommendations. The hosts reveal their personal garages, featuring a Porsche Cayenne diesel and a Honda Civic, highlighting the Cayenne's torque and collectibility. They discuss the upcoming VW e-bus, positioning it as a 2024 model arriving in late 2023, and recommend the Audi Q3 as the current best subcompact luxury SUV, with the new BMW X1 as a strong contender. For families needing to seat three children in car seats, they suggest larger SUVs like the Atlas, Passport, or Grand Cherokee, with minivans being the most practical, albeit potentially messy, option. The discussion on EV pricing indicates that while most EVs are increasing in price due to battery costs, the Chevrolet Equinox and Blazer are noted for their more accessible price points, with the Bolt being a very inexpensive option. The hosts debunk the myth of inherent reliability based on origin, citing Buick, Chevrolet, and Cadillac as domestic brands with above-average quality, while noting past issues with Subaru and Acura that have since been addressed. They also touch on market dynamics, stating that end-of-year deals are no longer a reliable strategy due to current inventory shortages, and advise ordering desired vehicles for the next model year. The Lexus NX 350h vs. 450h+ debate is settled with a recommendation for the 450h+ plug-in hybrid for its EV range and daily usability, despite a two-year wait.