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Episode 249 - 2024 VINFAST VF 8 Plus AWD - 1st Canadian Press Vehicle, Charging & Detailed Review!
My thanks to VinFast Canada providing this very first Canadian press vehicle and I am very humbled to be asked to be the first journalist offered this.
In this review, I am able to spend several days driving around and trying out all of the features to provide my honest and objective feedback. I also tested out the DC Fast Charging at an Ivy Charging location and provide a Charging Curve and Summary.
Every VinFast features exceptional craftsmanship, service, and affordability. State-of-the-art technology and unrivalled interior space combine with stunning Pininfarina design that delivers quality and value.
Boundless adventures. With competitive range, fast charging speeds, and access to our extensive network of public chargers throughout North America, VinFast EVs are ready for the journey.
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The EV Revolution Show - June 23, 2024
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Episode 248 - 2024 POLESTAR 2 RWD - The electric performance fastback!
Переглядів 43512 годин тому
My thanks to Polestar Canada providing this press vehicle. Minimalist design. Instant response. Intuitive technology. The driver’s EV. With all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive performance. Innovative materials. Progressive design. Google built-in. The EV Revolution Show - June 19, 2024 As always, I welcome any feedback and questions! Thanks for Watching! Please subscribe and click the "bell" ic...
Episode 247 - 2024 CADILLAC LYRIQ Sport 3 AWD - Electrifying Sophistication!
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My thanks to GM Canada providing this press vehicle. Powered by the Ultium EV Battery Platform, LYRIQ delivers a sporty, responsive, and agile drive that makes every kilometre a milestone. Rhythm, form, and colour unite. Move as boldly as you live, in a vehicle that balances the sensual and the technical in masterful harmony. The EV Revolution Show - June 9, 2024 As always, I welcome any feedba...
Episode 246 - 2024 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 Pro S AWD - A Comfortable, Capable, & Confident All-Electric!
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My thanks to Volkswagen Canada providing this press vehicle. Meet the All-Electric ID.4 - Take a ride on the electric side. With range of up to 468 km on a single charge1, an acceleration of zero to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, and the incomparable feeling of saying goodbye to the gas pump, joining the sustainable future with a fully-electric SUVW is more thrilling than ever. The EV Revolution Show...
Episode 245 - 2025 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 N - A fun, fun, fun all-electric!!
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My thanks to Hyundai Canada providing this press vehicle. The new IONIQ 5 N carries the brands performance DNA over to its first electrified offering. And wow (or should I say "WAH"), what a fantastic offering for this niche segment. Another home-run offering by Hyundai from their electrified stable! The EV Revolution Show - May 23, 2024 As always, I welcome any feedback and questions! Thanks f...
Episode 244 - 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 Grand Coupe - All-Electric Eye Catcher!
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My thanks to BMW Canada providing this press vehicle. PIONEERING THE FUTURE. The future of electromobility is in view. That’s why BMW holds themselves to the highest standard of performance, technology, and luxury at every turn. Enjoy the luxury of an all-electric Gran Coupe. With a range up to 494 kms / 309 miles, you’ll have everything you need to go even farther than imagined. The EV Revolut...
Episode 243 - 2024 GM Chevrolet Blazer EV RS AWD! Chevy has the "real deal"!
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My thanks to GM Canada providing this press vehicle. REIMAGINE WHAT AN SUV CAN BE Blazer EV is the complete package with style, performance and technology. Available in multiple trims, colours and battery ranges, this daring new all-electric mid-size SUV is built from the ground up around the game-changing Ultium battery platform. Ultium offers flexibility in charging speeds, range and performa...
Episode 242 - 2023/2024 Mercedes-Benz S580e 4MATIC PHEV! A bucket-list EV1
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My thanks to Mercedes-Benz Canada providing this press vehicle. ELECTRIFIED ELEGANCE Electrified efficiency meets elegance, exuberance, and of course, pure S-Class excellence. The S 580e 4MATIC Sedan is a Plug-In Hybrid that can travel up to 90 km *(NRCAN) on electricity, or team up anytime with a turbo inline-6. The new-for-2023 plug-in-hybrid Mercedes-Benz S580e, steps confidently into the fu...
Episode 241 - 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce PHEV Review! A fun EV!
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My thanks to Stellantis Canada providing this press vehicle. A NEW LEGEND EMERGES Alpha Romeo has combined power, performance, and passion to bring you the Tonale - their first ever luxury C-SUV. VELOCITY MEETS VOLTAGE Alfa Romeo and its progression into electrification delivers thrilling performance at every turn. The Tonale Plug‑In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) achieves Best‑in‑Class horsepo...
Episode 240 - 2024 KIA EV9 All-Electric SUV! EV of the Year Winner! ULTIMATE REVIEW Episode!
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My thanks to KIA Canada providing a press vehicle. Three rows. All electric. Genuine SUV. The Kia EV9 embodies the freedom to expand the boundaries of every journey with its perfect synergy of SUV design and EV innovation. Wow is what I can say! I am super excited to bring you this very detailed review of the brand new Kia EV9 All-Electric! It's my 2024 EV of the Year winner and rightly so. Yes...
Episode 239 - 2024 Ford Escape Plug in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)
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My thanks to Ford Canada providing a press vehicle. Meet the all-new KONA Electric. Made for the everyday. Ready for your getaways. Escape has the space and tech to make the most of any moment. The Ford Escape is available in a Plug in hybrid powertrain models. The Escape PHEV provides some all-electric driving range and greatly improved fuel consumption. It provides a spacious, versatile and d...
Episode 238 - Highlights from the 2024 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto!
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I attended the Canadian International Auto Show (CIAS) in Toronto last week for Media Day. I had a chance to talk to a few folks, wonder the floors and see what I could see! Check out my OEM coverages and interviews. TIMESTAMPS: AJAC EV Car and E-SUV of the Year Winners: 00:59 Vinfast VF3, Wild Concept, VF6, VF7: 02:25 Cadillac Escalade IQ EV: 07:06 Chevrolet Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Silverado EV...
Episode 237 - 2024 Rivian R1S First Ed. Full-Sized 3-Row All-Electric SUV Review
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My thanks to John Dixon, a brand new Rivian R1S owner, for inviting me to look over his new vehicle and take it for a drive! Explore the places you love with the people you love. It’s time to make some memories. From city streets to far-off trails, explore all types of terrain through all kinds of weather. Whatever adventure means to you, R1S is ready for it. Drive through 3 feet of water. Rock...
Episode 236 - 2024 Hyundai Kona EV 2nd Look! The Best Economical All-Electric!
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My thanks to Hyundai Canada providing a press vehicle. Meet the all-new KONA Electric. Your favourite EV SUV for the city gets an electrifying new look, as well as an abundance of innovative technology advancements. Hyundai made the KONA EV to embody the very best that electrified vehicles have to offer. They made it more WAH. A great mid-life refresh to an all ready capable all-electric model!...
Episode 235 - 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4MATIC SUV Review
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My thanks to Mercedes-Benz Canada for providing a press vehicle for a few days. The road to the future might not even be a road. Why not travel in comfort, with confidence, and the competence to meet every new mile with a can-do attitude. That's the aptitude of the EQE SUV. Advanced, adaptive, adventurous. More than new, it can update its advancements down the road. More than thoughtful, it can...
Tesla Timeout #32 - MICHELIN X-ICE Snow Tires Review
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Tesla Timeout #32 - MICHELIN X-ICE Snow Tires Review
Episode 234 - 2024 LUCID Gravity - A Detailed Look!
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Episode 234 - 2024 LUCID Gravity - A Detailed Look!
Episode 233 - 2024 Hyundai Kona EV First Drive!
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Episode 233 - 2024 Hyundai Kona EV First Drive!
Episode 232 - 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive All-Electric! Can you say Smooth?
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Episode 232 - 2024 BMW i5 M60 xDrive All-Electric! Can you say Smooth?
Tesla Timeout #31 - I've built my own TESLA MODEL 3 HIGHLAND - you can too!
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Tesla Timeout #31 - I've built my own TESLA MODEL 3 HIGHLAND - you can too!
Episode 231 - 2024 Acura ZDX, Lucid Gravity and more highlights from the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show!
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Episode 231 - 2024 Acura ZDX, Lucid Gravity and more highlights from the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show!
Episode 230 - 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Reveal at the Los Angeles Auto Show!
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Episode 230 - 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Reveal at the Los Angeles Auto Show!
Episode 229 - 2023 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV - A Gem of an EV! Refresher Episode!
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Episode 229 - 2023 Chrysler Pacifica PHEV - A Gem of an EV! Refresher Episode!
Episode 228 - AJAC Testfest 2023 - First Looks at 2024 Kia EV9 and Lucid Air Pure!
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Episode 228 - AJAC Testfest 2023 - First Looks at 2024 Kia EV9 and Lucid Air Pure!
Tesla Timeout #30 - TESLASY.COM - Model 3/Y 7-inch Rear Entertainment & Climate Control Screen (V2)
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Tesla Timeout #30 - TESLASY.COM - Model 3/Y 7-inch Rear Entertainment & Climate Control Screen (V2)
Episode 227 - 2023 Lexus RZ 450e All-Electric! The "ThunderCat" of EVs!
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Episode 227 - 2023 Lexus RZ 450e All-Electric! The "ThunderCat" of EVs!
Episode 226 - Fully Charged Live Vancouver Coverage & 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, BMW i5 & Polestar 3!
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Episode 226 - Fully Charged Live Vancouver Coverage & 2024 Hyundai Kona EV, BMW i5 & Polestar 3!
Tesla Timeout #29 - TESLASY.COM - Tesla Model 3/Y Starlink Full-Width Strip Taillights
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Tesla Timeout #29 - TESLASY.COM - Tesla Model 3/Y Starlink Full-Width Strip Taillights
Episode 225 - 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport P440e PHEV!
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Episode 225 - 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Sport P440e PHEV!
Episode 224 - Volvo EX30 & EX90 All-Electrics - First Look!
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Episode 224 - Volvo EX30 & EX90 All-Electrics - First Look!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @hoanganhang8415
    @hoanganhang8415 2 години тому

    Cảm ơn bạn đã có đánh giá cao về Vinasat, ở Việt Nam chúng tôi đã trải nghiệm vf9 từ lâu rồi thật sự là trái nghiệm tuyệt vời nhất là bản 2024 hệ thống pin CATL quãng đường đi dài hơn bản pin cũ

  • @huyhoangnguyen810
    @huyhoangnguyen810 10 годин тому

    Good car!

  • @jimmytad
    @jimmytad 14 годин тому

    Thank you for this review. We have over 14,000km on our VF8 Eco since October and we're loving the vehicle. We have great confidence in Vinfast.

  • @tysonb1486
    @tysonb1486 16 годин тому

    That warranty is great

  • @Watch-xg4it
    @Watch-xg4it 21 годину тому

    Very good car, used for almost 1 year

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 9 годин тому

      Thanks for watching and for the feedback.

  • @kiemtienhangngay9257
    @kiemtienhangngay9257 День тому

    Good

  • @MichaelColpitts-tm8qy
    @MichaelColpitts-tm8qy День тому

    The only thing I'd point out is you can see real-time charger status in the VF App even if it is not available in the in-car HMI... Happy to discuss if you want. Ask John to set it up : )

    • @MichaelColpitts-tm8qy
      @MichaelColpitts-tm8qy День тому

      Also - your charge rate will increase above 136kW to ~145, 146, even knocking on the door of 150kW if you get absolute perfect temps from the battery and the station is working as it should.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 9 годин тому

      Thanks!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 9 годин тому

      Yes, charging curve is very dependent on many factors and it could be a bit better or worse. I hit it at a decent starting battery temp of around 24C.

  • @sangdam4233
    @sangdam4233 День тому

    /// .

  • @Mario-Mari
    @Mario-Mari День тому

    Great video ! Thanks for the video.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback.

  • @silencelamb1734
    @silencelamb1734 День тому

    go vf

  • @BuiNgocAnh987
    @BuiNgocAnh987 День тому

    I think it's a good car.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching and for feedback!

  • @MediaDevice01
    @MediaDevice01 День тому

    Patiently waiting for the VF7 and VF Wild. Tell Vinfast to put a frunk in the VF7 please! I suspect VF7 will do better in sales, just don't give customers a reason to cross it off their list. Not having a frunk in a big deal breaker.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching, yes VF7 is more of a sweet spot size and hopefully price wise.

    • @minhtunghoang4743
      @minhtunghoang4743 21 годину тому

      Vf7 40 k usd

    • @MediaDevice01
      @MediaDevice01 20 годин тому

      @minhtunghoang4743 still haven't been announced yet from what I gather. Where did you find this number?

    • @MediaDevice01
      @MediaDevice01 20 годин тому

      @@minhtunghoang4743 It's still unavailable in our market. Where did you find this number? A direct conversion from other markets won't work. North Americans tend to get overcharged, especially for vehicles 10 to 20k markups.

  • @MediaDevice01
    @MediaDevice01 День тому

    So im guessing no heatpump? Climate shouldn't crush the battery that much with a working heatpump.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching. VinFast uses a Heat Management Unit, which provides heating/cooling for both interior HVAC and Battery BMS. Efficient system.

  • @MrSammotube
    @MrSammotube День тому

    Does it not have the Snow mode in Canada?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching! Did not see Snow Mode, but with AWD and traction control, should work fine with a good set of snow tires too!

  • @auronedgevicks7739
    @auronedgevicks7739 День тому

    more expensive than a model y, what's the value here?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching. Under $60K before taxes with incentives and VinFast discounting, so to me that is good value. For loaded vehicle.

    • @beautifullife1881
      @beautifullife1881 23 години тому

      I have test drive model Y and it has terrible interior with cheap Chinese looks. I decided to wait for VF 8 or 9 because the interior is much better.

    • @haivuhong3617
      @haivuhong3617 16 годин тому

      @@beautifullife1881

  • @sontranxuan4587
    @sontranxuan4587 День тому

    VF8 > Model Y

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching. Yes I know Model Y is direct competition and these to me are two different vehicles for those that may not want Tesla.

  • @canadianrcpilot9048
    @canadianrcpilot9048 День тому

    Another great video Ken - Cheers from Waterloo

  • @Goonercry
    @Goonercry День тому

    This reviews is brutally real, which shows this car is not as bad as some infamous reviews before

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching. I try to keep it real and yes, I understand early challenges with pre and early production units, but over the last year they have gotten much better and most issues have been software related.

    • @Goonercry
      @Goonercry 9 годин тому

      Sadly those reviews draw more attention

  • @groszmartoncsaba4025
    @groszmartoncsaba4025 День тому

    it,s looks like a Renault...

    • @nkd3523
      @nkd3523 День тому

      Pininfarina Design from ITALIA

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @annamariebohus4817
    @annamariebohus4817 День тому

    Thanks for a great, very interesting review of a good looking EV. I really like this car and the VinFast company's integrity, attention to detail, excellent customer service, quality vehicles at more reasonable price. Kudos to this company !!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback! Time will tell about how they do as a company and the statements you make, however they seem to be very driven to be successful and these things are important.

  • @20luzer52
    @20luzer52 2 дні тому

    Thanks for the video. I appreciate the review as a practical car driver and not as a high tech engineer testing out “gee whiz” features.

  • @robertn2951
    @robertn2951 2 дні тому

    It looks like a great product. It is disappointing that Detroit's Big Three were never able to offer a similar product despite being in business for over a century.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 2 дні тому

      Thanks for watching.

    • @kelviskelvis7140
      @kelviskelvis7140 День тому

      Equinox and Mach-E?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      @kelviskelvis7140 Thanks for watching! Kinda, they are a bit smaller IMO so may be more like compact SUV class. Certainly can lump them in for a comparison. Ford has dropped pricing on Mach E's to be very competitive and I do love them. Equinox is too early to say and pricing is still in a bit of flux until GM actually starts to deliver them in Canada. I have not driven one yet, only sat in car show static displays. Plus for sure Equinox is smaller than VF8.

  • @EVRevolution
    @EVRevolution 2 дні тому

    As of this video, the current software for the VF8 was FRS 9.6.1.13, so many bugs have been fixed according to VinFast. Release 9.6.1.15 is coming very soon and this will offer improvements as well.

    • @workathomenow
      @workathomenow 22 години тому

      Thanks for reviewing, I just leased VF8 plus fully loaded with a bigger battery pack- drive in eco mode range more than 400km full 100% 🔋.

  • @johnnykemenes6992
    @johnnykemenes6992 2 дні тому

    Great show buddy and I love the vf8 and new model are coming soon and like vf6 and vf7 is coming in the next few years.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 2 дні тому

      Thanks for watching.

    • @Goonercry
      @Goonercry День тому

      ua-cam.com/video/GrjGW7SIuYo/v-deo.html Vf6 and 7 are launched in its homeland

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution День тому

      @Goonercry Yes already out in homeland. ETA for North America 2025.

  • @jamesdubben3687
    @jamesdubben3687 2 дні тому

    So did you look North into the USA?

  • @RobbieFitzgerald
    @RobbieFitzgerald 5 днів тому

    Thanks for the video Kenneth. I keep seeing ads online to lease one for $350/month and yet every time I check their site, its twice that price. So annoying.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 2 дні тому

      Thanks for watching. Not sure what to tell you about their ads sorry.

  • @scoutpb
    @scoutpb 5 днів тому

    60km for a full battery? Not very impressed

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 2 дні тому

      Thanks for watching. I would rather see BEV adoption, but many are not willing to part with ICE, so a good PHEV is a better alternative than an ICEV or HEV.

  • @universeisundernoobligatio3283
    @universeisundernoobligatio3283 5 днів тому

    Thanks for the review. Put the charging port in the correct location, to bad they did not go all the way with a NACS port. Anything that keeps charging cables short increases charger reliability. With long cable are people don’t put them back properly, examples are everyware.. Example at the Grand valley destination chargers 2 out of 4 have been ripped out, due to being left on the ground and a snow plow ripping them out.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 5 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and the feedback! Yes that certainly is a problem.

  • @SmartMart1658
    @SmartMart1658 5 днів тому

    Have you reviewed the Polestar 3 & 4 yet?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 5 днів тому

      Thanks for watching. Nope, I won't get a chance until these are available in the Canadian Press Fleet. Polestar does not invite to bring me to product launches out of country. I have to wait my turn.

  • @CasperChicago
    @CasperChicago 5 днів тому

    That doesn't look like a Cadillac! Cadillac has lost it's way. GM has turned every vehicle it has into a truck or SUV. It does not have the distinctive styling that says it is a Cadillac. That thing is atrocious! That thing looks like it was designed by Mary Bara, not a Cadillac designer. Bara and the CEO of Ford should have been replaced a long time ago; neither of them have any ideas past internal combustion engines 👎🏾

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 5 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and appreciate your feedback and viewpoints. Looks are very personal as everyone will have a different opinion. Looks similar to the XT4 to me.

  • @johnnykemenes6992
    @johnnykemenes6992 5 днів тому

    Super show buddy and great car and lots of room for sure 👍

  • @saurabhjain7672
    @saurabhjain7672 8 днів тому

    I am new owner of Lyriq AWD Luxury Trim. Can you make more videos on one pedal driving and regenerative breaking ?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 7 днів тому

      Hello and thanks for watching! I don't have this vehicle any longer, only had it for a week. However, I would be happy to chat with you about these features. You can email me at EVRevolutionShow@gmail.com and we can set up a time to talk. Congrats on your LYRIQ purchase and thanks for joining the "EV Revolution"!

    • @saurabhjain7672
      @saurabhjain7672 6 днів тому

      Thanks very much. I will email u.

  • @lukelikely
    @lukelikely 8 днів тому

    Please get the spelling right - Alfa, not Alpha...

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and for the correction! Did not notice that...fixed now! :)

  • @user-zx8de8op9l
    @user-zx8de8op9l 8 днів тому

    The Ioniq 5 N is a beast

  • @snaggy13
    @snaggy13 10 днів тому

    It has integrated roof rails. I can easily slap a canoe carrier or bike carrier on top. This means a lot to how I can use it. (I don't trust clamp-on rails with a canoe.) Canoe on top, use the hitch carrrier for bikes, and the fam can go camping. I can actually use this the way I need to. RBC did a financial analysis of Blazer ICE vs Blazer EV. The EV is cheaper to own, starting in the first year (dependinf on financing term.)

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and all great points for Blazer EV usage! Yes, I know that BEVs have a very positive ROI & TCO story and I try to tell people that using my own real-life costs to show. Hopefully more folks will get it.

  • @erikstephens34
    @erikstephens34 12 днів тому

    Great video. A few details. The Lyriq itself didn't have production issues. But GM's 24 NCMA cell battery module (8S3P) that they use in all North American EV's were having production issues. GM could make cells but the company the contracted to automate module assembly had severe issues. For a while GM was building modules largely by hand which slowed all of it's Ultium vehicle production. This is now resolved and GM is now pumping out vehicles. Of note Ultium is a platform of parts. The vehicles are on different architectures. Of note there is BT1 (short wheel base and long wheel base) and BEV3 (SWB and LWB). BT1 LWB is the Silverado EV, Sierra EV, Escalade IQ, Hummer SUT. BT1 SWB is the Hummer SUV. Lyriq, Blazer EV are on BEV3 LWB. Optiq, Equinox EV are on BEV3 SWB. The Bolt EV is BEV2. The new Bolt will continue to be on BEV2 but will be updated with the Ultium architecture parts bin.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and for all this great info! Very much appreciated and yes I was just generalizing the production slowness and had heard about battery assembly issues. Does not really matter what was the cause of the slowdown in as much as it impacted overall sales and deliveries. Now that GM is moving along at a good clip, should get much better!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and for the info!

  • @thezanzibarbarian5729
    @thezanzibarbarian5729 15 днів тому

    *_Matching watch and socks and car highlights._* *And yet women say men don't think about what they're going to wear...* _Pffft...!_ _As for the Car._ Hyundai have made the very first EV for the petrol head and done a fantastic job too. What's not to like about this licence banning car? You can do the monthly shopping. Drop off or pick the kids up from school. That's if they're to bone idle to walk the 1/4 mile down the road. Or collect the in-laws for the day. Just make sure you've dropped them off back at their home. And once you done all the above, with the press of a button or two, and you've driving on one of the stages from one of the world rally courses. And while one half of your brain is saying, _"I am a driving god!",_ the other half is saying, _"Licence... Licence... Don't lose your Driving Licence..."_ EDIT I forgot to mention. Have you seen one of these in red? Doesn't it look like the gorgeous *_Lancia Delta HF integrale_* from the 1980's?

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 14 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and you are the first to notice my "colour" coordination! You get the gold....oh I mean Orange Star! Thanks for the feedback and you have summarized what Hyundai has done in the IONIQ 5 N so eloquently in a paragraph of well-chosen english grammar, that took me much longer to articulate in a video! Thats the true essence of this BEV and it is truly an experience, to say the least! Oh and yes, off camera, my mind was thinking both of those thoughts....especially the second one! :). And no, not seen it in red yet, but this Matte Blue is definitely a head-turner! Thanks for making my day today!

  • @johnnykemenes6992
    @johnnykemenes6992 15 днів тому

    Super show buddy and that is a beautiful model for the suv ev.

  • @dougabbott8261
    @dougabbott8261 16 днів тому

    Yes that is one nice vehicle. The EV car market sure has been in turmoil in the last few years. I had thought the EV segment would be massive growth with no let up. I think prices are still the limiting factor. Flooding the EV market with more affordable Chinese Ev's would help ,but would really impact the north American auto industry. Thx Ken

    • @kelviskelvis7140
      @kelviskelvis7140 15 днів тому

      @dougabbott8261 I disagree the market is not in turmoil in N/A in 2024. Look at Commercial sales along with consumer sales growing steadily. The pricing in 2024 has come to parody with ICE in the lower price segment in the US. (not sure outside the US as incentives are different) Prices are a limiting factor with EV and ICE with equal weight. Stunted massive EV market growth is weighed down by lack of availability of home/destination charging options outside of the single family home owner market. That is more of a planning issue than a market issue. The N/A consumer is now ready to include EV choices in their vehicle searches. Ken, as a Lyriq owner I found your review to be on target.

    • @dougabbott8261
      @dougabbott8261 15 днів тому

      @@kelviskelvis7140 Lack of interest in Ev's for a lot of North Americans has had a huge impact on investment by the manufacturers with many reducing or delaying investment.

    • @kelviskelvis7140
      @kelviskelvis7140 15 днів тому

      @@dougabbott8261 Reallocation of some investment to infrastructure supporting the market is more like what we are seeing in 2024. Stainable supply chain shoring up is also taking place. Lack of interest is not driving down the EV market. Given the opportunity and the confidence of supporting infrastructure US consumers do welcome the choice of an EV in the vehicle purchase decision.

    • @dougabbott8261
      @dougabbott8261 15 днів тому

      @@kelviskelvis7140 Oct 26 2023 Ford postpones 12 billion investment as buyers become more cautious. GM announces delaying production of its electric truck at its Orion Assembly plant until 2025. VW ID7 delayed in U.S. and Canada, citing changing "marker dynamics"namely waning EV demand and it just goes on and on.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 15 днів тому

      @dougabbott8261 Thanks for watching and I've always stated that the EV growth is fairly linear, small increases every year as EV adoption is such a challenge to get the masses educated, that this takes time. Plus more production ramp up needs to happen over this time. ICEVs will be around still for decades.

  • @agussusanto4453
    @agussusanto4453 17 днів тому

    Ice cars: I hope, I can run fast. Sport ice cars: I hope, I have instant horse power, torque and comfort. EV cars: I hope, I can have a gearbox and sound. Hyundai 5N: 😂

  • @scotttucker2557
    @scotttucker2557 20 днів тому

    This way actually looks like it might compatable with the model 3 highland

  • @ludlow777
    @ludlow777 21 день тому

    Thanks for the well rounded review on this car Kenneth - you didn't focus on just the noise and shifting and tracking like many other reviews. 2 questions I have that I've not seen answered anywhere. 1 - With the 'engine' sounds on, are they volume controllable at all? 2 - For a daily driver, how does the Bose system sound for actual music audio? Is the stereo system any good? That has been a critique for the regular Ioniq 5's that I've read but not had the opportunity to try one myself yet. Seriously considering the 5N. Thanks and keep up the great content!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 20 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback. With regards to engine sounds, no I did not see any indication or controls to change the volume of them. Just select the 3 different sounds or off. With regards to the Bose System, it is a good system and I had it cranked pretty good a few times. I will tell you that Bose is not a top end system (at least in autos) and my Model 3 and many others have better sound quality. In saying that, I am not an audiophile so as long as I can play my 80's music loud and clear, I'm a happy camper. I don't think the Bose system in the 5 N is any different than in the 5 with that option, but you might have to double check on that (example, maybe the put a bigger sub in the 5N?). Hope this helps and if you order a 5 N, please let me know and I'd love to hear about your order, delivery and overall experience! You can email me at EVRevolutionShow@gmail.com.

  • @bradgilliss1528
    @bradgilliss1528 22 дні тому

    This is the first '24 that I have seen anywhere with the Silver Accents and Black Roof! This is the one that I have been waiting for! Congrats on getting to review the first one like it!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 21 день тому

      Thanks for watching and for the feedback! It is a sharp looking BEV!

  • @tysonb1486
    @tysonb1486 26 днів тому

    The id 4 is a great looking car. I checked out one at a dealership in the first model year and they wanted 80k for it. I was like goodbye.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 25 днів тому

      Thanks for watching, they can get pricey but a great value is the RWD LR version. That is much cheaper.

  • @robertn2951
    @robertn2951 26 днів тому

    Great review as always, Ken! VW are getting better every time they make a new model year. On another topic: have you heard of the Google-backed EV charging infrastructure startup called "Gravity". It seems pretty impressive. Are you aware if they will install charging stations in Canada? If ever you have an opportunity, would you interview them? I hope my request doesn't feel too demanding. Thank you for the great work.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 25 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and the feedback! For google, no I have not heard of this yet. I will investigate, so at this time I can't answer your questions. I would guess that coming to Canada, if they plan to, would take some time as we are a small market by U.S. comparison.

  • @robertn2951
    @robertn2951 26 днів тому

    This car is the bomb!

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 25 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and yes it is...sub 8 mins on the Ring!

  • @Slayer-33
    @Slayer-33 27 днів тому

    This SUV is incredible.

    • @EVRevolution
      @EVRevolution 25 днів тому

      Thanks for watching! Yes it seems so and hoping to get some seat time at some point to see!

  • @annamariebohus4817
    @annamariebohus4817 28 днів тому

    Thank you for another interesting video. Love that good looking , very functional and practical car. Another winner from Volkswagen !!

  • @DEEPNNN
    @DEEPNNN 28 днів тому

    Thank you for the video. I showed it to my wife in hopes of swaying her decision to get one.

  • @johnnykemenes6992
    @johnnykemenes6992 28 днів тому

    Great show buddy and VW are making more ev model and getting better every years go by...