FRIDAY LIVE SHOW

EV Channels Review

The hosts discuss their recent acquisition of a Chevrolet Blazer EV, highlighting a surprisingly affordable single-pay lease deal that was even put on a credit card for cashback. The purchasing process through Chevrolet's website is praised for its ease and similarity to a Tesla experience, despite a minor hiccup with corporate purchasing. Real-world range is noted as being less than the EPA estimate, with practical charging stops needed every 150-160 miles. The review touches on issues with DC fast charger reliability and overheating in extreme temperatures, as well as the charging speed limitations based on charger output and the Blazer EV's battery size. The base trim is confirmed to lack ventilated seats and dual-zone climate control, which are optional on higher trims. The discussion also briefly covers the Fiat 500e's range limitations on a road trip and the ongoing debate about the necessity of 150kW charging stations.