HYDROGEN MIRAI DEEP DIVE, BZ4X IMPRESSIONS, SELLING CARS, RIVIAN TORQUE VECTORING | EPISODE 50

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The Toyota BZ4X offers a surprisingly engaging driving experience, feeling akin to a refined RAV4 Prime with snappy acceleration and good handling, making it a compelling option for traditional Toyota buyers. However, its major drawback is an unacceptably slow DC fast charging speed, with a full charge taking over five hours, significantly hindering road trip viability. Despite its impressive off-road capability and solid build quality, the charging issue makes it unsuitable for those without consistent home charging. In contrast, the Toyota Mirai, while more expensive and facing infrastructure challenges, provides a magical and seamless refueling experience, taking only about four and a half minutes for a full tank. Although hydrogen's efficiency is lower and its infrastructure is limited, the Mirai's quick refueling and lighter weight offer distinct advantages over battery-electric vehicles for certain use cases, particularly for those with access to hydrogen stations.