TRUCKED UP NEWS: Q2 EV TRUCK NUMBERS, LIFT VS. EV RANGE, AND MUCH MORE!

EV Channels Review

This video provides a comprehensive update on the EV truck market, focusing on Q2 2025 sales figures and a personal anecdote about an F-150 Lightning. The reviewer addresses concerns about range reduction after installing a lift kit and off-road tires, explaining that the Lightning's underbody design, with its protective plating and smooth airflow, mitigates the aerodynamic drag typically seen in internal combustion engine trucks. While the reviewer's own Lightning ('Thor') is undergoing assessment for potential salvage after an incident, the delay is attributed to insurance processes, not EV-specific issues. Sales data reveals the F-150 Lightning remains the top seller, though with a year-over-year decline. The Tesla Cybertruck shows a significant drop in sales, while the Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV show positive growth, nearing Lightning's sales figures when combined. Rivian R1T sales are down, with high pricing cited as a major barrier. Overall EV truck sales for Q2 2025 saw an 18% decline, but year-to-date figures remain positive, up 10.68%. The reviewer emphasizes the need for 'charge-while-driving' technology and domestic manufacturing in Canada to further boost EV truck adoption. The Hummer EV family, surprisingly, shows strong growth and outsold the Cybertruck in Q2 2025.