@@LetMeCook86 I agree it’s not great at long road trips, but it works well for 300-450 miles each way. A 20-30 minute top up to get you to the “pack and a half” distance. That’s my expectation, and for the price it can’t be beat.
I love my Bolt. It’s hardly ever on fire. Winter requires preparedness but $18 dollar weekly charges and $58 for 18 months servicing I would never go back to ICE.
I decided this was just a puff-piece for Chevrolet when you claimed that Super Cruise, which will only work on a limited number of Interstates, was better than Tesla’s FSD, which will take you door to door on any street.
One thing you can do for all the cars you review - Instead of just giving the cubic footage of storage space, why not get enough check-in sized bags to fill up the trunk/frunk with those bags? They give us viewers a more imaginable idea of the trunk.
Love this suggestion. Our Mach-E turned out to not have as useful of a cargo space as we originally thought, because of the low roofline. We still love the car, though. But I'd also like to see reviewers throw a few big 30" checked bags in the back to see how it works. My wife is from another continent and when we fly over there to visit the in-laws, we have at least 3 big checked bags and 3 carryons plus a couple of backpacks, every time. This crap will all fit in my parents ID.4 but not in our Mach-E.
@@JimBronson We rented a Ford Explorer on a trip to Colorado, supposed to seat seven, but it didn't have cargo space for 4 people's luggage, and two of them were our kids. It also didn't seat seven as there was something missing from our rental, so every trip we went on with our cousins required two vehicles.
@@ziploc2000 Same is true of my Navigator shorty, it has seats for 8, but with the 3rd row up, you can't even get bags in there for 4. It's best for heavy baggage with the third row down, you can carry 5 with quite a lot of baggage.
Actually, when this was first announced Chevy said it would have 300 miles of range and cost $30,000. If it had been able to make that mark they would probably be flying off the dealer showroom floors.
The heat from the actual light might be enough, and the lights might be in a deadzone airflow wise and not get caked, but its a valid concern i'd like to see it tested.
I will never, EVER, buy a subscription for an operating system. Music? Ok. Cruise and maps? Hell nah. Greed. Greed. Greed. = Thry ain't gonna get my hard earned money.
Me too, 2023 - no probs, comfortable, nice ride, lots of range, spicy performance come I don't care that much about fast charging, especially for the price
Love mine as well, I compared the Equinox to my EV yesterday, drove it, etc. At the end I didn't liked it as much. I would not change it for anything. Too bad they're supposed to come back with the EUV and not the EV instead.
@@1225KPH new tech new manufacturing processes. It took 100 years to get gas cars so they didn't burn oil after 60k miles hopefully it won't take that long to perfect batteries.
A petrol car fire usually stays contained to itself and can be extinguished in minutes. An EV in thermal runaway destroys everything within 10 meters or more, like the Fremantle Highway (ship) and sinking the Felicity Ace (another ship) the Luton airport ramp and 1000 cars, the residential building in Korea creating 1500 homeless or the Houston Amazon van debacle at Rivian that claimed 50 or more vans and takes hours… if not days to extinguish those fires. Plus your petrol car won’t burn under water like an EV does!
@@markjoppru8015 If you can charge at home and you are okay with not getting the highest trim leasing an EV seems like a no brainer to me. In some places like Colorado you can stack the deals so well that the car pays for itself when taking into consideration the fuel costs. I think there is kind of an irony going on here in the all of the anti EV FUD is making EV’s in less demand and therefore cheaper. Who knows, maybe all of these people getting great lease deals will get hooked on EVs. I don’t think EVs are for everyone, but I’m not sure if people know how affordable they’ve gotten compared to a couple of years ago.
@@dewdew34 I was concerned about that so I called my insurance company and it was not a huge difference between the EV I’m looking at and the one I own, but it went up gradually, and I think the Tesla was the most expensive for some reason. It’s definitely something worth shopping around for and taking into consideration.
Insurance is comparable to gas cars, I've owned gassers for decades and own 3 EVS for almost 6 years. If they try to charge you double shop around, like anything
From what I've read, regular door handles are just as good for aerodynamics and work better. Those flat handles are just a terrible trend similar to tablets glued to dashes.
Big touch screens are really just a cost cutting measure by manufacturers who don't want to source many physical switches, easier to do many relays and a touchscreen. But they totally market it as a high end new tech because they can, and people seem to love to pay for it
@zpilot4523 I totally agree! I'm OK with some things being in a screen, but not things I use all the time or when driving. Those need to be physical controls.
It's nice to see a well thought out EV come to market. Anywhere above 200/250hp will keep most families quite happy. I'm not a GM fanboy, or owner, but I'm glad to see a North American automaker succeed.
200-250hp in an EV feels a lot stronger than 200-250 hp in an ICE. The instant response and lack of transmission gears makes the EV much quicker real world
GM has had a confusing journey into the EV world. First, they killed and crushed electric cars. Then they half-heartedly supported them, and finally, they were humiliated into joining the revolution. I was at a car show a few years ago, and they had an EV on display, probably the Bolt, and one of the GM representatives was doing his best to talk down the EV. Their antipathy towards EVs is slow to diminish.
Internal struggles. People fault them for EV1, but no one else was making EVS they're the ones that should be faulted, proof of concept if nothing else. Bolt was the best deal in EVS yet & 3rd selling EV of 2023 behind 3 & Y. Currently 3 EVs, not counting Hummer EV
So I know it seems small.. But the whole doing away with android auto /car play, is enough for me to not even consider buying it.. Just exactly how greedy can a manufacturer be?? This is a great example... I buy a new vehicle every 2 years.. Mostly Silverado.. Bought a f150 this year.. But I think I'm done with new vehicles.. Everything I want is on about all 2018- 2020 models.. I will b buying used from now on
The car comes with the Google apps for 3 years so people changing cars frequently like you have been doing will not have to pay a subscription. I’ve been using CarPlay since 2014, and I use Apple Music, both of which work well for me, so I’d have adapted to the car which would annoy me. I’d rather have the choice, but if I were to get a good lease deal I might be willing to do so. There is an advantage to the built in android system with an EV in that it can communicate with the car and when you are on a trip and need to find chargers, it will know your charge level. If it wasn’t an EV I’d definitely want to stick with CarPlay, but GM isn’t taking it out of their ICE cars.
I know the feeling. I’ve been looking for a good used ‘17-‘18 Silverado 1500 LTZ. For some reason the last gen is more appealing to me lately than the latest and greatest.
@@brians.1357 yes.. Actually I want a 15-16 model with the 6 speed trans.. I've had an 18 and 20 Z71s with the 8 speed... And trans went out on both. One at 50k and the other at 90k.. And I'm super easy on them. I still own a 2012.. 5.3 and 6 spd.. With 375k miles on it.. And never had to touch it.. Even the stock alternator and starter on it.. So I think 5-10 years ago was peak vehicle quality..
@@tunnelvision2day good to know on the 8spd, sounds like your 2012 has treated you well over the years. Ive been looking for an LTZ ‘17-‘18 with the chrome face so I think with the 5.3L most of those are 6spd unless it has the max trailering package (could be wrong on that 😬).
@@brians.1357 well my 18 was a loaded up Sierra slt with a 5.3 and the 8 spd.. I think they were more common in the gmc than the Chevy (I think) .. It had every option... White with chrome bumpers and grill.. Brown leather interior.. And it was absolutely the best looking truck I've ever owned.. I would probably still b driving it had it not been for the trans going out.
Subscription service to use SuperCruise?? No wonder they're putting it in so many vehicles now.. I'm not paying any dam subscriptions for a vehicle I already bought. F that
30 years ago, I was working at a startup that was doing the wireless communication in the charging paddle for the fast charger. There was no connector on the EV1. It was like your iPhone and charged when the paddle was inserted into a slot. GM was so far ahead and spent a ton of money in the early 90s. Then they crushed everything, and we drove gas SUVs for the next 25 years, and forgot that we knew anything about EVs.
Every auto manufacturer has had a "rough electric journey," including Tesla, GM, Honda, etc.. GM is mostly a case of courage and visionary leadership, followed by fear and trepidation. GM could have owned Tesla's market. They were way ahead in every way, but they lost their nerve again and again because of 1) Politics -- the Republican Party was/is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the oil industry (or anyone else who will pay them -- ask Peter Thiel) and was on a campaign against vehicle electrification via their mouthpieces (Rush Limbaugh, Fox News, et al), 2) consequent investor trepidation, 3) consequence management trepidation. Also, I understand that they were losing money on every Volt sold. It is cheaper to make a car with one propulsion system -- either gas or electric, not both. When Tesla broke through the political and public resistance barrier to achieve mainstream success and Elon subsequently became the "richest man in the world," GM looked very cowardly and foolish -- having been there first with far-sighted vision as to what the future would require -- and battery technology would allow. But Wall Street likes giant corporations, and their leadership, to not easily take risks. Example: Why is IBM where it is now? It could have been Apple, Microsoft and more all rolled into one. They could have owned the world as we know it today. But, they are a shadow of their former stature. What happened to IBM could happen to GM. But, GM has great engineers, who make great products. I would argue that they saved the company from total failure. And leadership there is less cowardly than it was. They're trying. Which is why the Celestiq exists. Going forward, GM has an opportunity to become strong. Probably not to where they were at their peak, but very much in competitive play today. This is because now Tesla's automotive products are faltering, languishing unsold in fields and pastures and the Japanese companies, having been as conservative as GM, or even more so, and are behind GM in EV R and D. I own several GM EV products. They're pretty good. And yes, they should (must) keep CarPlay in their EVs.
Man, your intro reads like one of the TSLA fan blogs. As an owner of two 25-year-old factory built Ford EVs, two 10+ year old Chevy Volts, and an 8-year-old Chevy Bolt EV, I can tell you that *all* of those "issues" were blown way out of proportion. People like to forget that out of nearly 150,000 Bolt EVs that were recalled, there were only about 20 documented fires. Still far too many, but for reference, that's actually *less* than the average number of EV fires per 100,000 vehicles and 75 times less than the average number of ICE fires per 100,000 vehicles. Ridiculous.
I agree about the door handles. It’s one of the things I like better about the Blazer. The flush door handles look cool, but I prefer the function of regular door handles. My guess is that it’s more about looks than aerodynamics. Manufactures will put flush handles on a car and then give it large wheels that reduce the range.
These dumb a$$ designers of these pop out door handles have obvious never experienced a freezing rain event, where it is sometimes hard to pull out "normal" door handles.
@@alsheremeta I don’t have to worry about freezing rain much where I live, but ergonomics of the paddle seem inferior, the motor seems like another thing to break and they telegraph to everyone when the car is open. Not a deal breaker for me, but when I’m looking at an EV, having normal handles gets a check mark in the positive column. Just about every EV has some feature that I would personally consider asinine so I’ll have to live with something I don’t like to get the overall car I want.
@@rp9674 I don’t really appreciate them at all, I don’t hate them but I don’t see them as improving the look of the car. So if I had the choice I’d always go for the smaller wheels. If I look at smaller wheels and I see more range or a more comfortable ride, then that’s beauty to me.
I do not like chrome, but on this one it's looking good. Tired of the over used black out trim. Kindigit door handles are awful. HVAC control knobs over touch screen.
Curent Bolt and Equinox EV owner here. Let me tell you I use car play on all of my other cars but I DO NOT MISS IT in the equinox ev. The google interface is so good i use google maps in car play anyway and spotify for my music which you can download any music app you like from the play store. Music starts playing the second the car turns on its fantastic. The charging way point son google maps are added very intutively showing you your route and where they are with numbers so you can choose accordingly. This car is a slam dunk and im glad I leased it. I am going to buy one of these in 3 years off a lease hopefully for the low 20s its that good.
Love the review. Please remember that the battery fire was caused because of LG faulty batteries. I am waiting for the 2025 Equinox Lt for $35k and add a few things.
Thought the LS was 35k and the LT trim was 8 k more at 43k. I built a fully loaded at 53k and that is genuinely a game changer. Who thought a cheapo equinox could ever get that high
If Tesla put an old phone handset hanging off the dash it would be raved about - Tesla invents rhe car phone, doesn't work, then they fixed it with an OTA notarecall update, genius!
It's all propaganda, these people probably wouldn't buy a GM product anyways however they always find their way to see what's going on and chime in, it's the stupidest thing to me.
First statement was talking about previous cars... And he even subsequently qualified the second statement I'm jealous it's so much easier to be amused, when you're ignorant, of what actually is being referenced ;)
One problem Tommy, I detest a black roof lining and I will never buy a car with a black roof and I don’t want sunroofs or any holes in the top of the car. That’s my ten cents worth.
For some reason car companies in the past thought that EV's needed to look ridiculous. Now they are starting to look like regular cars. (thank goodness)
I don’t like when car companies don’t use unique names for the electric “version”, unless they are the same car. This looks nothing like the gas version and warrants a different name.
These cars are actually damn stunning looking! I’d totally consider one myself. Shame about the no Apple CarPlay though, that bums me out to a major level personally.
I’m a little taller than you, and think that these days, it’s not so much about the actual headroom, as much as “can I see under the all electronics around the rearview mirror”. Do you recall how that visibility was with the Equinox?
Nice to see more options out there. This particular one is too wide for us at almost 8 inches wider than my gen4 prius (both excluding mirrors). We've got some narrow parking around town and neighborhood roads where people like to park on both sides across from eachother. Otherwise it would be a strong contender to replace our 2017 Prius in a couple years.
I just traded my 2017 kia Sorento for a kia niro. Why? Because the word from kia was DO NOT PARK INDOORS DUE TO FIRE DANGER 🔥 it is a fact a gas car is 29 times more likely to catch on fire but that number is already going up past 300 times with new battery technology which h is advancing daily with sodium ion and aluminum ion just to name a few. Yes ICE has run its course and is past its usefulness
FYI - Sorrento is a gas vehicle. Where were all the warnings about gas vehicle fires, that's proof EV fires stories are hyped BS
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People here the word "Recall" and they loose their minds. You have to look into what the actual recall is to get an accurate description of the issue. Recalls happen. Especially nowadays with all this crazy technology. But, what the recall really means, put's it into proper perspective.
Sorry but this is a complete no go for me. I'm not paying for a car that forces you to pay constantly for features (hint: you don't own the whole car) and 100% agree with the comment about android auto and carplay. Give us choice!
Did I count 23 individual selections on that 17" touch screen alone? What happened to tactile feel, so you don't have to take your eyes off the road? I'd imagine there are dozens of additional selections behind those twenty-three. Is this really a good idea?
I also own a 2017 Bolt. It is the best 2nd family car there is. It is very impractical for a primary car-not good for trips more than 100 miles one way. But fantastic for anything less than that.
I have a 2LT 2024 Blazer EV eAWD 85KWh that is heavily related to the Equinox EV. I have 10K miles on it. It's been a great vehicle (with normal door handles :). The Equinox EV looks like a great vehicle and the 1LT [$35K] should be in production shortly with the 2025MY.
Like someone said below, there were about 11 issues with the Bolt but GM replaced them all! they did not have to but they did. ALL manufactures have had an issue with potential thermal events, gas or electric. Google built in is a great system in EVs... ACP and even AA wont tell you where, when, and how long to charge for. The system know your range, terrain, temp, everything that will effect range... Also Google built in is free for 8 years! Super Cruise is free for 3 years! No other system gives you that long of a trial, that I know of. I think TFL will go out of their to find more negatives on a GM product. There is some bias. You can tell there are some manufactures they like more then others, but that is human nature.
At least we didn’t get Roman as the reviewer . He doesn’t know you need to download charging apps and put your credit card on them before he. Goes to do a review and whines like a 1st grader if things don’t go his way. Andre is the best at tfl and Tommy 2nd.
@@markfitzpatrick6692No way, my rating from the best presenter is like that: Tommy, Nathan, Chase, Andre, Roman, Alex. However, if you want deep dive reviews watch Auto buyers guide/EV buyers guide. Alternatively, lighter watch is Redline reviews. Slightly childish but attractive is Raiti's rides. If you want nerdy staff watch Out of spec reviews or other plethora of Out of spec channels.
@@jefffaust3244 I can foresee that in 20 years if you keep, babysit your car battery, even you pay for Supercruise subscription, you will not have the service since it will be obsolete, new service will not be supported by your car at that time.
@@jefffaust3244 Tommy said subscription which is true after 3 years.. compared to other manufacturers super cruise is less expensive then what they offer. My point was that he said that Chevy needs to do better because it is a subscription but failed to mention that you do get 3 years free of super cruise. That's all....
GM got rid of Carpland Android Auto because they want to sell you apps. Bottom line. Greed. Continued use of Google Maps in this car already has a price. Makes me sick.
After owning my Bolt, while I love the car overall, I don’t think I would buy another GM product for two reasons, mainly around greed: 1. The requirement to have a subscription to OnStar to get any decent functionality. 2. GM is super uptight about releasing higher level diagnostics capabilities. I have on of those $400 launch diagnostic tablets that works as a dealer level diagnostics tool on my Lexus and Ford, but it’s virtually useless for anything on the Bolt. Other OBD apps I have also have virtually no GM enhanced diagnostics while they have all the other MFG’s.
Yes! Those small little holes for headlights will get fill with slush, snow, and the like in bad weather. I also think the entire front end looks like trash, but we all have our own tastes. Preferences aside I think the recessed headlights will be a problem for those is bad weather areas.
The subscription is included for free for eight years. The built-in Google platform provides the needed charging integration information that Car Play cannot.
I imagine I'm in the minority, but I'm not a fan of big wheels. Give me 18" or even smaller. I wonder how much big wheels and tires add to the cost of the vehicle. Not to mention replacement tires.
Totally agree, big wheels look good, but they're not worth it and everyone has them. My final decider was when I found out small wheels are more efficient
I'm pretty impressed. However, I hope that GM addressed a heat pump instead of the heating element inside the Bolt. That is one detractor that would keep me from buying. My AC in my Bolt It's much more efficient than the heater, And I live in So Cal.
I think Chevy has always had flat out unattractive designs. This is no exception. It looks like a giant Jordan shoe. And it's red on the outside, blue on the inside???
I'm concerned those low embedded headlights will accumulate snow in a snowstorm. They are basically a cavity just above the leading edge of the car, and those LED headlights are unlikely to generate enough heat to melt any snow that finds its way in there. If you happen to be driving in a blizzard at night, you might just find you have two reasons why you can't see where you're going... 😳😬
My 2020 Bolt was amazing, had it for 4 years and no problems, and my new Blazer is fantastic! I will never go back to gas. Wish they had a Colorado EV, that will be my next ride
The biggest "unfinished" aspect I can see for the Equinox EV right now is that the DC fast charging profile needs to be finalized. It is still too erratic/inconsistent, and it has a significant dip in charging speed between 40% and 60% battery. If Equinox EV owners want to travel as quickly as possible right now, they are priced into driving it like a Tesla (making about twice as many stops as reasonable and only charging for 15 to 20 minutes at a time). Ideally, these Ultium batteries should be charging from 10% to 80% in 30 to 35 minutes instead of the 40 to 45 minutes we're currently seeing, giving drivers the option to travel 600 to 700 miles with just a couple of stops.
so need subscription for using things like maps ? considering you have a data plan already in your phone….also does it have a 110v regular outlet for V2L ?
I only use the dash screen for the radio - im old school like that. I still use a vent clip phone holder for my phone and use google maps on my phone - its just better🤷
Narrator: Chevy didn't had a rough Electric Journey. They did more than most Manufacturer would do: recalling otherwise perfectly good Cars for a single Problem. Contrary to lets say Tesla who didn't recall a single Car after hundreds of Fires and dozens of Deaths Chevy would get sued into Oblivion by their Customers and their Shareholder if something would happen over and over again. Most likely because Chevy isn't protected by a Cult which does its damnendest to protect their beloved Car Brand and its Owner from any Damage.
I have an Equinox AWD to test drive over the weekend, and it IS a very nice vehicle. Not as maneuverable as my Bolt, but it is significantly quicker in a straight line. Seats are better, and there is much more room in the back hatch area. Unfortunately, in order to get the features I want, I will have to move up to the RS or LT 3 speck level.
The door handles on the EV6 are similar and while i don't have the fancy ones that pop out they begin to make sense after dealing with them for a while.
The biggest deal for me if I were to buy an Equinox or Blazer EV (which I'm not right now) would be the towing rating. I would like to be able to tow a pop-up camper and the Blazer has a much better tow rating.
I have a difficult time getting past the horrible experience of a rental 2021 Equinox: painful front seats, ridiculous speedometer. GM needs to listen to the critics.
The LT seats are horrendous! The RS seats are perfect. GM should make the RS seats default. And add Apple Carplay. Then, this could become the best seller in 2025.
Android Automotive will have all your apps, except for Apple Maps. You're not losing anything not having ACP, as long as the ecosystem has all the apps you use. The problem with Tesla not having AA/ACP is that their app ecosystem is small. That problem doesn't exist with Android Automotive.
Equinox had a pretty good reliably until GM bought out Suzuki at the CAMI plant. GM worked their magic and turned the Equinox into an unreliable platform by stipping reliably from it to support the GM Executives bonuses.
Tom Maloughney on the State of Charge channel leased one. Unfortunately, he's reporting that it won't accept a charge from either a 110V or 240V AC charger. DC fast charging works, but having to use a DC fast charger negates one of the prime benefits of owning an EV - charging cheaply at home overnight. I'm sure GM will sort this out, but the problem certainly doesn't look good for the Equinox EV... PS: This comment isn't meant as a smear on GM, as I truly want to see the Equinox EV succeed.
You beat me to it.... And the DC charging curve sucks, especially on a 150 kilowatt charger.... Since it has such a high amp requirement... There's no need to smear GM, they are doing a good enough job of doing that to themselves...
A starting price under 30 grand is the sweet spot for this inflated economy . I think this one will work as long as the battery and motors are durable . I have a feeling that Tesla will put out the Model 2 and kill sales.
I test drove a Bolt loving it and almost got one but the battery recall hit at the same time. By the time the car was ready... didn't need it anymore. Been watching Chevy struggle for a while with EVs but I think they are finally turning a corner.
I own a 2022 Bolt LT2 and i love it! I don't understand why chevy would drop Apple CarPlay. As long as CarPlay exist I would not even consider buying a car without it.
Android auto on my 23 bolt EV 2LT is a little flaky, maybe they're trying to avoid that type of experience, I'd still prefer to have it. Also proprietary nav can be better integrated especially for charging
Your comments about Apple Car Play and subscription models are very inconsistent. "Give people what they want" is exactly why subscription models are the best. Those who want the item can get it, and those who don't won't have to pay for something they don't need or want. Apple Car Play as a subscription would meet both group's needs. (It would be interesting to know what Apple charges for a Car Play license. I doubt it is free.) I never use mine because I have an Android phone.
To me, this appears to be an archaic design. You are right in that Chevy has indeed had a rough electric journey - one that they can clearly blame on themselves for their lack of consistent effort and non-devotion to the EV auto space. This changes nothing for them, and the people that want them to stay in business. Reminds me of a science magazine's render from the year 1999, of what the future electric car will look like in 2024.
I don't like how far the headlights are tucked into the bumper. I bet they can't shine upwards very well. I ran into that problem with a 2005 Mustang. Driving at night sucked on the interstate, by the time I was close enough to overhead signs to read them, the headlights stopped illuminating them. You had to hope someone was behind you keeping the sign lit up for you. It's a small gripe, but one I remember well.
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A used Bolt is the best car value of all time.
With incentives and a small trade in, we got our new 2023 for $16,000. It has been perfect for our needs. and saves us around $160/month in gas.
I steered my mom into a used 2021 Bolt with 20,000 Mi and after the tax credit it was about $12,000. You are right it was a great deal!
😂 yeah if you want the worst charging speed/rate in EV history! 😂
@@LetMeCook86 it’s not a roadtrip car, for sure. For commuting and charging at home, the charging speed is no problem.
@@LetMeCook86 I agree it’s not great at long road trips, but it works well for 300-450 miles each way. A 20-30 minute top up to get you to the “pack and a half” distance. That’s my expectation, and for the price it can’t be beat.
We owed a 19 bolt and felt the recall was unfair for GM. Put 80k on it without any issues.
That's because the news channels will grab any story and hype it up for views
LG made the batteries. They are responsible for them to replace.
80k miles is nothing compared to an ice
Don't need to explain gas is EV owners, we've all own them, mostly we're done with them
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I love my Bolt. It’s hardly ever on fire. Winter requires preparedness but $18 dollar weekly charges and $58 for 18 months servicing I would never go back to ICE.
I decided this was just a puff-piece for Chevrolet when you claimed that Super Cruise, which will only work on a limited number of Interstates, was better than Tesla’s FSD, which will take you door to door on any street.
One thing you can do for all the cars you review -
Instead of just giving the cubic footage of storage space, why not get enough check-in sized bags to fill up the trunk/frunk with those bags? They give us viewers a more imaginable idea of the trunk.
Similarly, I'd like more car reviewers to bring car seats along. Legroom isn't a good indicator of if you'll fit a rear facing car seat or not.
Anything but metric eh?
Love this suggestion. Our Mach-E turned out to not have as useful of a cargo space as we originally thought, because of the low roofline. We still love the car, though. But I'd also like to see reviewers throw a few big 30" checked bags in the back to see how it works.
My wife is from another continent and when we fly over there to visit the in-laws, we have at least 3 big checked bags and 3 carryons plus a couple of backpacks, every time. This crap will all fit in my parents ID.4 but not in our Mach-E.
@@JimBronson We rented a Ford Explorer on a trip to Colorado, supposed to seat seven, but it didn't have cargo space for 4 people's luggage, and two of them were our kids.
It also didn't seat seven as there was something missing from our rental, so every trip we went on with our cousins required two vehicles.
@@ziploc2000 Same is true of my Navigator shorty, it has seats for 8, but with the 3rd row up, you can't even get bags in there for 4. It's best for heavy baggage with the third row down, you can carry 5 with quite a lot of baggage.
Actually, when this was first announced Chevy said it would have 300 miles of range and cost $30,000. If it had been able to make that mark they would probably be flying off the dealer showroom floors.
Agreed, but they are still selling a lot of them.
Those headlight sockets will be jammed with snow within minutes of droving on a snowy highway. They need to be flush mounted or have a cover on them!
Honestly that’s a fantastic point to bring up, I live in Chicago so our cars get caked regardless but with this thing the headlights will be gone
I thought the same thing.
Glad I live in Atlanta!
The heat from the actual light might be enough, and the lights might be in a deadzone airflow wise and not get caked, but its a valid concern i'd like to see it tested.
Be happy without headlights
I will never, EVER, buy a subscription for an operating system. Music? Ok. Cruise and maps? Hell nah.
Greed. Greed. Greed.
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Thry ain't gonna get my hard earned money.
I love my Bolt!
Good luck with those seats
Me too, 2023 - no probs, comfortable, nice ride, lots of range, spicy performance come I don't care that much about fast charging, especially for the price
Love mine as well, I compared the Equinox to my EV yesterday, drove it, etc. At the end I didn't liked it as much. I would not change it for anything.
Too bad they're supposed to come back with the EUV and not the EV instead.
agree, I like the slightly smaller EV I'm a slightly better range and acceleration...smaller price
12 fires is Armageddon on fox news only😅 that many gasoline vehicles catch on fire every 13.5 minutes in america.
@@1225KPH new tech new manufacturing processes. It took 100 years to get gas cars so they didn't burn oil after 60k miles hopefully it won't take that long to perfect batteries.
A petrol car fire usually stays contained to itself and can be extinguished in minutes.
An EV in thermal runaway destroys everything within 10 meters or more, like the Fremantle Highway (ship) and sinking the Felicity Ace (another ship) the Luton airport ramp and 1000 cars, the residential building in Korea creating 1500 homeless or the Houston Amazon van debacle at Rivian that claimed 50 or more vans and takes hours… if not days to extinguish those fires.
Plus your petrol car won’t burn under water like an EV does!
@@1225KPHThe fact that your opening statement is gas fires don't spread 🤣 should only the electric fires that are hot enough to spread 🤦🤷
The hummer weighs 3 times as much as it's gas counterpart.
@@iamsteverino65 no, it doesn’t. But it does weigh over a ton more. Hummer H1 is 7254lbs, H2 is 6400lbs, EV is 9063lbs.
My son just got one. Crazy great lease deals. Fine so far. We’re owned two Bolts too.
A guy i know leased a Blazer, great price too but insurance was about $2500 a year.
@@markjoppru8015 If you can charge at home and you are okay with not getting the highest trim leasing an EV seems like a no brainer to me. In some places like Colorado you can stack the deals so well that the car pays for itself when taking into consideration the fuel costs. I think there is kind of an irony going on here in the all of the anti EV FUD is making EV’s in less demand and therefore cheaper. Who knows, maybe all of these people getting great lease deals will get hooked on EVs. I don’t think EVs are for everyone, but I’m not sure if people know how affordable they’ve gotten compared to a couple of years ago.
@@dewdew34 I was concerned about that so I called my insurance company and it was not a huge difference between the EV I’m looking at and the one I own, but it went up gradually, and I think the Tesla was the most expensive for some reason. It’s definitely something worth shopping around for and taking into consideration.
@@dewdew34 Ouch!
Insurance is comparable to gas cars, I've owned gassers for decades and own 3 EVS for almost 6 years. If they try to charge you double shop around, like anything
From what I've read, regular door handles are just as good for aerodynamics and work better. Those flat handles are just a terrible trend similar to tablets glued to dashes.
Big touch screens are really just a cost cutting measure by manufacturers who don't want to source many physical switches, easier to do many relays and a touchscreen. But they totally market it as a high end new tech because they can, and people seem to love to pay for it
@zpilot4523 I totally agree! I'm OK with some things being in a screen, but not things I use all the time or when driving. Those need to be physical controls.
It's nice to see a well thought out EV come to market. Anywhere above 200/250hp will keep most families quite happy. I'm not a GM fanboy, or owner, but I'm glad to see a North American automaker succeed.
200-250hp in an EV feels a lot stronger than 200-250 hp in an ICE. The instant response and lack of transmission gears makes the EV much quicker real world
I have a 201 HP Bolt, it's pretty quick for an entry car!
GM has had a confusing journey into the EV world. First, they killed and crushed electric cars. Then they half-heartedly supported them, and finally, they were humiliated into joining the revolution.
I was at a car show a few years ago, and they had an EV on display, probably the Bolt, and one of the GM representatives was doing his best to talk down the EV. Their antipathy towards EVs is slow to diminish.
Internal struggles. People fault them for EV1, but no one else was making EVS they're the ones that should be faulted, proof of concept if nothing else.
Bolt was the best deal in EVS yet & 3rd selling EV of 2023 behind 3 & Y. Currently 3 EVs, not counting Hummer EV
So I know it seems small.. But the whole doing away with android auto /car play, is enough for me to not even consider buying it.. Just exactly how greedy can a manufacturer be?? This is a great example... I buy a new vehicle every 2 years.. Mostly Silverado.. Bought a f150 this year.. But I think I'm done with new vehicles.. Everything I want is on about all 2018- 2020 models.. I will b buying used from now on
The car comes with the Google apps for 3 years so people changing cars frequently like you have been doing will not have to pay a subscription. I’ve been using CarPlay since 2014, and I use Apple Music, both of which work well for me, so I’d have adapted to the car which would annoy me. I’d rather have the choice, but if I were to get a good lease deal I might be willing to do so. There is an advantage to the built in android system with an EV in that it can communicate with the car and when you are on a trip and need to find chargers, it will know your charge level. If it wasn’t an EV I’d definitely want to stick with CarPlay, but GM isn’t taking it out of their ICE cars.
I know the feeling. I’ve been looking for a good used ‘17-‘18 Silverado 1500 LTZ. For some reason the last gen is more appealing to me lately than the latest and greatest.
@@brians.1357 yes.. Actually I want a 15-16 model with the 6 speed trans.. I've had an 18 and 20 Z71s with the 8 speed... And trans went out on both. One at 50k and the other at 90k.. And I'm super easy on them. I still own a 2012.. 5.3 and 6 spd.. With 375k miles on it.. And never had to touch it.. Even the stock alternator and starter on it.. So I think 5-10 years ago was peak vehicle quality..
@@tunnelvision2day good to know on the 8spd, sounds like your 2012 has treated you well over the years. Ive been looking for an LTZ ‘17-‘18 with the chrome face so I think with the 5.3L most of those are 6spd unless it has the max trailering package (could be wrong on that 😬).
@@brians.1357 well my 18 was a loaded up Sierra slt with a 5.3 and the 8 spd.. I think they were more common in the gmc than the Chevy (I think) .. It had every option... White with chrome bumpers and grill.. Brown leather interior.. And it was absolutely the best looking truck I've ever owned.. I would probably still b driving it had it not been for the trans going out.
Subscription service to use SuperCruise?? No wonder they're putting it in so many vehicles now.. I'm not paying any dam subscriptions for a vehicle I already bought. F that
30 years ago, I was working at a startup that was doing the wireless communication in the charging paddle for the fast charger. There was no connector on the EV1. It was like your iPhone and charged when the paddle was inserted into a slot. GM was so far ahead and spent a ton of money in the early 90s. Then they crushed everything, and we drove gas SUVs for the next 25 years, and forgot that we knew anything about EVs.
Every auto manufacturer has had a "rough electric journey," including Tesla, GM, Honda, etc.. GM is mostly a case of courage and visionary leadership, followed by fear and trepidation. GM could have owned Tesla's market. They were way ahead in every way, but they lost their nerve again and again because of 1) Politics -- the Republican Party was/is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the oil industry (or anyone else who will pay them -- ask Peter Thiel) and was on a campaign against vehicle electrification via their mouthpieces (Rush Limbaugh, Fox News, et al), 2) consequent investor trepidation, 3) consequence management trepidation. Also, I understand that they were losing money on every Volt sold. It is cheaper to make a car with one propulsion system -- either gas or electric, not both. When Tesla broke through the political and public resistance barrier to achieve mainstream success and Elon subsequently became the "richest man in the world," GM looked very cowardly and foolish -- having been there first with far-sighted vision as to what the future would require -- and battery technology would allow. But Wall Street likes giant corporations, and their leadership, to not easily take risks. Example: Why is IBM where it is now? It could have been Apple, Microsoft and more all rolled into one. They could have owned the world as we know it today. But, they are a shadow of their former stature. What happened to IBM could happen to GM. But, GM has great engineers, who make great products. I would argue that they saved the company from total failure. And leadership there is less cowardly than it was. They're trying. Which is why the Celestiq exists. Going forward, GM has an opportunity to become strong. Probably not to where they were at their peak, but very much in competitive play today. This is because now Tesla's automotive products are faltering, languishing unsold in fields and pastures and the Japanese companies, having been as conservative as GM, or even more so, and are behind GM in EV R and D. I own several GM EV products. They're pretty good. And yes, they should (must) keep CarPlay in their EVs.
GM has a knack for shooting themselves in the foot unfortunately.
Man, your intro reads like one of the TSLA fan blogs. As an owner of two 25-year-old factory built Ford EVs, two 10+ year old Chevy Volts, and an 8-year-old Chevy Bolt EV, I can tell you that *all* of those "issues" were blown way out of proportion. People like to forget that out of nearly 150,000 Bolt EVs that were recalled, there were only about 20 documented fires. Still far too many, but for reference, that's actually *less* than the average number of EV fires per 100,000 vehicles and 75 times less than the average number of ICE fires per 100,000 vehicles. Ridiculous.
I agree about the door handles. It’s one of the things I like better about the Blazer. The flush door handles look cool, but I prefer the function of regular door handles. My guess is that it’s more about looks than aerodynamics. Manufactures will put flush handles on a car and then give it large wheels that reduce the range.
These dumb a$$ designers of these pop out door handles have obvious never experienced a freezing rain event, where it is sometimes hard to pull out "normal" door handles.
I would think Chevy could fix for handle with an OTA update. Let's go Chevy. Keep up
@@alsheremeta I don’t have to worry about freezing rain much where I live, but ergonomics of the paddle seem inferior, the motor seems like another thing to break and they telegraph to everyone when the car is open. Not a deal breaker for me, but when I’m looking at an EV, having normal handles gets a check mark in the positive column. Just about every EV has some feature that I would personally consider asinine so I’ll have to live with something I don’t like to get the overall car I want.
I'm over big wheels, they look good, but everyone has them, more likely to scratch wheels, expensive tires
@@rp9674 I don’t really appreciate them at all, I don’t hate them but I don’t see them as improving the look of the car. So if I had the choice I’d always go for the smaller wheels. If I look at smaller wheels and I see more range or a more comfortable ride, then that’s beauty to me.
brig this in Europe and people will start buying EV. We only have city or luxury EV’s. We need this for the transition to EV.
No glass roof 👍😊
I hate the glass roofs.
I do not like chrome, but on this one it's looking good. Tired of the over used black out trim.
Kindigit door handles are awful.
HVAC control knobs over touch screen.
Should try driving at night to see the night look of the vehicle
@@1225KPHthat’s not true at all. TFL will purchase their own vehicles to do long term reviews.
Sometimes the manufacturers only give them a few hours to shoot their video. They don’t have an option or choice.
They're legally not allowed out after dark
Chevrolet is offering $176 per month to lease these things. That’s crazy.
Must be 5 grand at signing to get that price.
@@davidmccarthy6061 Go online, not even close.
Curent Bolt and Equinox EV owner here. Let me tell you I use car play on all of my other cars but I DO NOT MISS IT in the equinox ev. The google interface is so good i use google maps in car play anyway and spotify for my music which you can download any music app you like from the play store. Music starts playing the second the car turns on its fantastic. The charging way point son google maps are added very intutively showing you your route and where they are with numbers so you can choose accordingly.
This car is a slam dunk and im glad I leased it. I am going to buy one of these in 3 years off a lease hopefully for the low 20s its that good.
You should do an owner's review, not many own both!
"A little old-manny"? Nailed it. GM has always loved their goop - chrome, cladding, multiple, conspicuous tail pipes.
Zip it
Blame the voters
They're not the only one. Honda had to put that large chrome tail light connector on the last gen CRV. Why?
Love the review. Please remember that the battery fire was caused because of LG faulty batteries. I am waiting for the 2025 Equinox Lt for $35k and add a few things.
Yelp, but so what? Since it doesn't matter if a part is outsourced or if it's built in house.... The seller has the responsibility to the customer...
And good luck with your Equinox... Since the state of charge channel just had its EV Equinox bricked in terms of AC charging..
If it's close to $35K, that'll be a great deal for people that like a big vehicle
Thought the LS was 35k and the LT trim was 8 k more at 43k. I built a fully loaded at 53k and that is genuinely a game changer. Who thought a cheapo equinox could ever get that high
@rp9674 'big vehicle'? Why are you talking about the Hummer EV ;)
Idk why people give GM ev’s such a hard time about them not having Apple CarPlay when Tesla, Rivian and Lucid dont have it in their vehicles.
If Tesla put an old phone handset hanging off the dash it would be raved about - Tesla invents rhe car phone, doesn't work, then they fixed it with an OTA notarecall update, genius!
Rivian - it part of the "lifestyle experience"
It's all propaganda, these people probably wouldn't buy a GM product anyways however they always find their way to see what's going on and chime in, it's the stupidest thing to me.
"All the problems with those cars have been fixed". "I think they nailed it right out of the gate". Comedy gold!.
First statement was talking about previous cars... And he even subsequently qualified the second statement
I'm jealous it's so much easier to be amused, when you're ignorant, of what actually is being referenced ;)
'It needs Apple CarPlay' - sorry everyone is not an Apple fanboy. License fees to just piss off Android users.
They probably could have thrown Android auto in for free, but too many hurt feelings from appleheads
One problem Tommy, I detest a black roof lining and I will never buy a car with a black roof and I don’t want sunroofs or any holes in the top of the car. That’s my ten cents worth.
For some reason car companies in the past thought that EV's needed to look ridiculous. Now they are starting to look like regular cars. (thank goodness)
I don’t like when car companies don’t use unique names for the electric “version”, unless they are the same car. This looks nothing like the gas version and warrants a different name.
These cars are actually damn stunning looking! I’d totally consider one myself. Shame about the no Apple CarPlay though, that bums me out to a major level personally.
As soon as you said it doesn’t have Apple CarPlay I crossed it off my list of contenders for my next car.
I would trade all the fire related improvements for keeping CarPlay
@@1225KPH I guess we’ll never know
@@1225KPH I guess we’ll never know
I drove the higher trim a month ago. Fun car, nice handling.
I’m a little taller than you, and think that these days, it’s not so much about the actual headroom, as much as “can I see under the all electronics around the rearview mirror”. Do you recall how that visibility was with the Equinox?
Nice to see GM finally starting to get their ev act together.
Nice to see more options out there. This particular one is too wide for us at almost 8 inches wider than my gen4 prius (both excluding mirrors). We've got some narrow parking around town and neighborhood roads where people like to park on both sides across from eachother. Otherwise it would be a strong contender to replace our 2017 Prius in a couple years.
I just traded my 2017 kia Sorento for a kia niro. Why? Because the word from kia was DO NOT PARK INDOORS DUE TO FIRE DANGER 🔥 it is a fact a gas car is 29 times more likely to catch on fire but that number is already going up past 300 times with new battery technology which h is advancing daily with sodium ion and aluminum ion just to name a few. Yes ICE has run its course and is past its usefulness
FYI - Sorrento is a gas vehicle. Where were all the warnings about gas vehicle fires, that's proof EV fires stories are hyped BS
People here the word "Recall" and they loose their minds. You have to look into what the actual recall is to get an accurate description of the issue. Recalls happen. Especially nowadays with all this crazy technology. But, what the recall really means, put's it into proper perspective.
They may be annoying, but it's also free upgrade
Sorry but this is a complete no go for me. I'm not paying for a car that forces you to pay constantly for features (hint: you don't own the whole car) and 100% agree with the comment about android auto and carplay. Give us choice!
It'll be interesting to see how this plays out, my gas is in time, almost everyone will give in
Did I count 23 individual selections on that 17" touch screen alone? What happened to tactile feel, so you don't have to take your eyes off the road? I'd imagine there are dozens of additional selections behind those twenty-three. Is this really a good idea?
Own 2019 Bolt, best EV on the road. Also have 2020 Niro EV
Far from the best EV, but glad it works for you
which one is the better e niro or bolt??
I also own a 2017 Bolt. It is the best 2nd family car there is. It is very impractical for a primary car-not good for trips more than 100 miles one way. But fantastic for anything less than that.
Best EV on the road is a clear over reach. Not even close. A decent car and a decent deal? Yes sir.
Love my 2020 Bolt. YMMV
I have a 2LT 2024 Blazer EV eAWD 85KWh that is heavily related to the Equinox EV. I have 10K miles on it. It's been a great vehicle (with normal door handles :). The Equinox EV looks like a great vehicle and the 1LT [$35K] should be in production shortly with the 2025MY.
Like someone said below, there were about 11 issues with the Bolt but GM replaced them all! they did not have to but they did. ALL manufactures have had an issue with potential thermal events, gas or electric. Google built in is a great system in EVs... ACP and even AA wont tell you where, when, and how long to charge for. The system know your range, terrain, temp, everything that will effect range... Also Google built in is free for 8 years! Super Cruise is free for 3 years! No other system gives you that long of a trial, that I know of. I think TFL will go out of their to find more negatives on a GM product. There is some bias. You can tell there are some manufactures they like more then others, but that is human nature.
At least we didn’t get Roman as the reviewer . He doesn’t know you need to download charging apps and put your credit card on them before he. Goes to do a review and whines like a 1st grader if things don’t go his way. Andre is the best at tfl and Tommy 2nd.
@@markfitzpatrick6692No way, my rating from the best presenter is like that: Tommy, Nathan, Chase, Andre, Roman, Alex.
However, if you want deep dive reviews watch Auto buyers guide/EV buyers guide. Alternatively, lighter watch is Redline reviews. Slightly childish but attractive is Raiti's rides.
If you want nerdy staff watch Out of spec reviews or other plethora of Out of spec channels.
Supercruise is not free, it's part of a $2700 safety package and after 3 years you will need to pay a subscription to continue using it.
@@jefffaust3244 I can foresee that in 20 years if you keep, babysit your car battery, even you pay for Supercruise subscription, you will not have the service since it will be obsolete, new service will not be supported by your car at that time.
@@jefffaust3244 Tommy said subscription which is true after 3 years.. compared to other manufacturers super cruise is less expensive then what they offer. My point was that he said that Chevy needs to do better because it is a subscription but failed to mention that you do get 3 years free of super cruise. That's all....
GM got rid of Carpland Android Auto because they want to sell you apps. Bottom line. Greed. Continued use of Google Maps in this car already has a price. Makes me sick.
I don't like it but arguably their app will be better integrated, specially for charging
After owning my Bolt, while I love the car overall, I don’t think I would buy another GM product for two reasons, mainly around greed:
1. The requirement to have a subscription to OnStar to get any decent functionality.
2. GM is super uptight about releasing higher level diagnostics capabilities. I have on of those $400 launch diagnostic tablets that works as a dealer level diagnostics tool on my Lexus and Ford, but it’s virtually useless for anything on the Bolt. Other OBD apps I have also have virtually no GM enhanced diagnostics while they have all the other MFG’s.
Unless there is a heating element not mentioned those head lights are just going to get completely packed with snow.
They are not that low like cybertruck. I have the car and it's not going to be packed with snow.
Only if you're driving through 10 ft High snow drifts.... So good luck with that...
Even with LEDs, those things will get hot due to the small size. I doubt this will be an issue.
Yes! Those small little holes for headlights will get fill with slush, snow, and the like in bad weather. I also think the entire front end looks like trash, but we all have our own tastes. Preferences aside I think the recessed headlights will be a problem for those is bad weather areas.
Move
No android auto/ car play, not even going to consider it.
They just want you stuck paying for their subscriptions and map updates.
I will never ever consider a vehicle without it!
Car play is junk.
Come into the new century.
Google maps is built in and works great.
The subscription is included for free for eight years. The built-in Google platform provides the needed charging integration information that Car Play cannot.
Car Play stinks, good riddance.
I imagine I'm in the minority, but I'm not a fan of big wheels. Give me 18" or even smaller. I wonder how much big wheels and tires add to the cost of the vehicle. Not to mention replacement tires.
Totally agree, big wheels look good, but they're not worth it and everyone has them. My final decider was when I found out small wheels are more efficient
I'm pretty impressed. However, I hope that GM addressed a heat pump instead of the heating element inside the Bolt. That is one detractor that would keep me from buying. My AC in my Bolt It's much more efficient than the heater, And I live in So Cal.
I think Chevy has always had flat out unattractive designs. This is no exception. It looks like a giant Jordan shoe. And it's red on the outside, blue on the inside???
I'm concerned those low embedded headlights will accumulate snow in a snowstorm. They are basically a cavity just above the leading edge of the car, and those LED headlights are unlikely to generate enough heat to melt any snow that finds its way in there. If you happen to be driving in a blizzard at night, you might just find you have two reasons why you can't see where you're going... 😳😬
I disagree that LED headlight is going to produce a ton of heat. But I still think it's a dumb idea. The LED lights not going to melt mud.
My 2020 Bolt was amazing, had it for 4 years and no problems, and my new Blazer is fantastic! I will never go back to gas. Wish they had a Colorado EV, that will be my next ride
No android auto and required cell monthly subscription is a 100% dealbreaker.
Tesla it's been doing this
The biggest "unfinished" aspect I can see for the Equinox EV right now is that the DC fast charging profile needs to be finalized. It is still too erratic/inconsistent, and it has a significant dip in charging speed between 40% and 60% battery. If Equinox EV owners want to travel as quickly as possible right now, they are priced into driving it like a Tesla (making about twice as many stops as reasonable and only charging for 15 to 20 minutes at a time). Ideally, these Ultium batteries should be charging from 10% to 80% in 30 to 35 minutes instead of the 40 to 45 minutes we're currently seeing, giving drivers the option to travel 600 to 700 miles with just a couple of stops.
Those door handles are just something to break and cost a fortune to repair. They are bad enough to kill this as an option for me.
so need subscription for using things like maps ? considering you have a data plan already in your phone….also does it have a 110v regular outlet for V2L ?
Good point about subscription
I only use the dash screen for the radio - im old school like that. I still use a vent clip phone holder for my phone and use google maps on my phone - its just better🤷
Narrator: Chevy didn't had a rough Electric Journey. They did more than most Manufacturer would do: recalling otherwise perfectly good Cars for a single Problem. Contrary to lets say Tesla who didn't recall a single Car after hundreds of Fires and dozens of Deaths Chevy would get sued into Oblivion by their Customers and their Shareholder if something would happen over and over again. Most likely because Chevy isn't protected by a Cult which does its damnendest to protect their beloved Car Brand and its Owner from any Damage.
Tesla dozens of deaths? How many? Show your work. 24? 48? 96?120?
I have an Equinox AWD to test drive over the weekend, and it IS a very nice vehicle. Not as maneuverable as my Bolt, but it is significantly quicker in a straight line. Seats are better, and there is much more room in the back hatch area. Unfortunately, in order to get the features I want, I will have to move up to the RS or LT 3 speck level.
The door handles on the EV6 are similar and while i don't have the fancy ones that pop out they begin to make sense after dealing with them for a while.
The biggest deal for me if I were to buy an Equinox or Blazer EV (which I'm not right now) would be the towing rating. I would like to be able to tow a pop-up camper and the Blazer has a much better tow rating.
Very well-reviewed. I just upgraded from my Bolt to the Equinox what a great car!
I have a difficult time getting past the horrible experience of a rental 2021 Equinox: painful front seats, ridiculous speedometer. GM needs to listen to the critics.
The LT seats are horrendous! The RS seats are perfect. GM should make the RS seats default.
And add Apple Carplay.
Then, this could become the best seller in 2025.
Also should offer premium audio, currently not available on any trim.
Android Automotive will have all your apps, except for Apple Maps. You're not losing anything not having ACP, as long as the ecosystem has all the apps you use. The problem with Tesla not having AA/ACP is that their app ecosystem is small. That problem doesn't exist with Android Automotive.
For some reason the Equinox can change over the 150 max when you go to a 350 charger. Try it mine did 167.
It’s called math. You should check it out. It is all the rage.
@@stgeorgee Brah it’s not a math problem! It’s rated for 150! No need to be a dick. 😂
What equation? Pulling 500 amps, battery voltage would have to be 335 volts. Is that possible from a pack with 288 volts nominal?
@@john1701aif they charge each cell to 4.2V then yes
No Apple CarPlay is a complete deal breaker for us. We went with a Mach-E and love it.
Thankfully they didn't try and fill the ICE grille area with garbage cladding, coloring, etc. Just let the EVs be smooth.
the super cruise is the worst auto pilot in the industry
Sweet little ev
I could not agree more. This one looks better than a Model Y, much better actually.
Those are two-level headlights extremely well executed. 😮😊
Supercruise is the best in the industry? When was the last time you checked Teslas FSD after the 12.5 update?
Saw one irl already somehow (nyc) and it looks very nice in all black
Interestingly, the first I ever heard of the Equinox model branding was when they announced the EV.
Headlight styling makes or breaks a cars front end. Trying to hide the lights ? I don’t get it.
Looks like a market segment winner. Thx for the video. I enjoyed watching
OEMs get busted and fined for NOT recalling.
Equinox had a pretty good reliably until GM bought out Suzuki at the CAMI plant. GM worked their magic and turned the Equinox into an unreliable platform by stipping reliably from it to support the GM Executives bonuses.
Tom Maloughney on the State of Charge channel leased one. Unfortunately, he's reporting that it won't accept a charge from either a 110V or 240V AC charger. DC fast charging works, but having to use a DC fast charger negates one of the prime benefits of owning an EV - charging cheaply at home overnight. I'm sure GM will sort this out, but the problem certainly doesn't look good for the Equinox EV...
PS: This comment isn't meant as a smear on GM, as I truly want to see the Equinox EV succeed.
You beat me to it.... And the DC charging curve sucks, especially on a 150 kilowatt charger.... Since it has such a high amp requirement...
There's no need to smear GM, they are doing a good enough job of doing that to themselves...
He tried to put the plug in upside down
A starting price under 30 grand is the sweet spot for this inflated economy . I think this one will work as long as the battery and motors are durable . I have a feeling that Tesla will put out the Model 2 and kill sales.
Teslapromise
@@rp9674 like the roadster?
The Equinox looks great. But no CarPlay = no buy. I’d also like the size of the Bolt back; I just don’t need an SUV/crossover.
why does Chevy love those bathtub seating designs?
Yes! RS seats are bette. By far!
I test drove a Bolt loving it and almost got one but the battery recall hit at the same time. By the time the car was ready... didn't need it anymore. Been watching Chevy struggle for a while with EVs but I think they are finally turning a corner.
I own a 2022 Bolt LT2 and i love it! I don't understand why chevy would drop Apple CarPlay. As long as CarPlay exist I would not even consider buying a car without it.
Why would you have CarPlay, when it isn’t integrated with the car? You are really stupid.
Android auto on my 23 bolt EV 2LT is a little flaky, maybe they're trying to avoid that type of experience, I'd still prefer to have it. Also proprietary nav can be better integrated especially for charging
So far, no manufacturer has created a car that I would trade my Bolt EUV Premiere for. PLUS having it paid for males it the Worlds Best Car! 😅
Best deal
Why isnt the rear wiper tucked under the spoiler???
Those A pillars look to create a massive blind spot. What do you think?
Massive pillars to meet rollover requirements with super heavy battery - unfortunate!
I think every vehicle has massive a pillars now
Non EVs also have them. @@YuenanCao
Very nice car. Glad it’s not built by uaw.
Your comments about Apple Car Play and subscription models are very inconsistent. "Give people what they want" is exactly why subscription models are the best. Those who want the item can get it, and those who don't won't have to pay for something they don't need or want.
Apple Car Play as a subscription would meet both group's needs. (It would be interesting to know what Apple charges for a Car Play license. I doubt it is free.) I never use mine because I have an Android phone.
I disagree with your chrome assessment. I love chrome! Looks great!
I think this is the sweet spot!
To me, this appears to be an archaic design. You are right in that Chevy has indeed had a rough electric journey - one that they can clearly blame on themselves for their lack of consistent effort and non-devotion to the EV auto space. This changes nothing for them, and the people that want them to stay in business. Reminds me of a science magazine's render from the year 1999, of what the future electric car will look like in 2024.
the volt was actually a decent car. they shouldnt have gotten rid of it. as for the bolt its a shame about the battery pack.
I love the Door handles LOL
The only thing Equanox EV really should have is faster charging. There is really no reason a 70kWh + battery should not charge at 200kW +...
If only I hadn't been burned by buying a Chevrolet Chevette in years past, I might consider a Chevrolet, but not now.
I don't like how far the headlights are tucked into the bumper. I bet they can't shine upwards very well. I ran into that problem with a 2005 Mustang. Driving at night sucked on the interstate, by the time I was close enough to overhead signs to read them, the headlights stopped illuminating them. You had to hope someone was behind you keeping the sign lit up for you. It's a small gripe, but one I remember well.