DONE WITH OUR DIESEL PICKUP, BUT TESLA CYBERTRUCK RANGE DISAPPOINTS | BATTERY BARGAINS

EV Channels Review

This episode of Battery Bargains tackles three distinct EV purchase dilemmas. The first involves selecting an EV with sufficient ground clearance for mountain trails, with the Subaru Solterra and Volkswagen ID.4 emerging as strong contenders, offering a balance of capability and value, especially on the used market. The second case explores upgrading from a 2018 Kia Soul EV to a Chevrolet Bolt EV. The consensus leans towards keeping the Soul EV due to its current suitability for the owner's commute and the desire to save for a future three-row EV like the Kia EV9, advising against the Bolt for now. The final and most complex case addresses replacing a diesel pickup for farm and towing duties in Alberta, Canada. While the Tesla Cybertruck's range is a concern, the Ford F-150 Lightning is presented as a viable, albeit expensive, option. However, the Chevrolet Silverado EV, with its significantly larger battery pack and proven towing capability in extreme conditions, is highlighted as a potentially superior choice, especially given the owner's existing heavy-duty Ford F-450 fallback.