Here’s Why The New Chevy Blazer EV SS Should Worry Other Electric Car Companies!

[@virada630]

The interviewer needs to let the guys talk and let them be the one to let out about the vehicle. He sounds like knows everything and don’t need them. Roman please make him calm.

[@23lakha]

I agree with you on that. We need to hear the designers and engineers point of view first then in the end he can present a closing statement touching every elements he wants rather than interrupting the guy.

[@kstitham]

All of them do the same thing….

[@virada630]

@@23lakha u even see the awkward face reaction they’re like what’s wrong with this guy thus he needs me here? Room to grow though

[@virada630]

@@kstitham this almost the entirety

[@Tee-Catin]

Exactly. Sign of an inexperienced host who thinks he will build his base by showing off what he knows. Talking over the experts is foolish.

[@pcfry8732]

For a non-luxury EV, the interior knocks it out of the park. Very impressive at first blush.

[@bobbowie9350]

Its just a big screen with shiny Pontiac Aztek details. There's nothing to it really. 2 years out in the sun, GM interiors come unglued. Literally

[@paulholterhaus7084]

Knocks it out of the park if You're 16...............Paul

[@mattevans4438]

@@bobbowie9350 Except for part of the driver seat (door entry/exit), my 2012 Chevy Equinox LTZ leather interior looks brand new.

[@MrJeffhart24]

As a current owner of the XT6 Sport by Cadillac, I thought I was 100% going into the Lyric in 2023. Not anymore. I will be in the SS EV for sure.

[@dennissmith7214]

2 of my 3 current vehicles happen to be a Escalade platinum and we still have our ELR and a had was gonna get into a Lyric before I found out the first year was only the RWD only😕. Still want to get the 24’ lyric AWD but I’m wondering what the HP numbers will be because they’re only saying tentatively that it will be 500hp AWD which will not cut it if the Chevy will be rockin 557hp! 🤨🤦🏽‍♂️

[@MrJeffhart24]

@@dennissmith7214 Precisely. Same story here. I have zero interest in a RWD vehicle. So I am waiting as well but once I saw the Blazer, my focus has shifted. As with any GM product, it will also depend on how quick I get my Family First Discount. Makes life easy when a 70k SUV drops to around 61k.

[@MrJeffhart24]

@@dennissmith7214 Word is that the XT5 will be made in a V version for 2024 as well. Wont be electric but if the HP is up there enough, it will be another fun one to look at.

[@dennissmith7214]

@@MrJeffhart24 Yeah I’ll be using my GM supplier discount😁, and as far as GM and rumors of other V vehicles I wouldn’t hold my breath on that…….we all know GM is the company of great ideas and big disappointments when it comes to making the products we actually want them to do, make a concept of smth we love and clamer over but never gets released🤦🏽‍♂️.

[@OlJackBurton]

This seems like a similar situation that Hyundai has with the Ioniq 5 (N) and the Genesis GV60. The luxury model doesn't seem worth the extra $10k or so...

[@cgatito3528]

Mr. Salmon, Thanks for keeping physical controls. Your interior proves that physical controls can be implemented in a cockpit that looks futuristic-- something that other manufacturers have not learned.

[@AHungryHunky]

Interesting that it can be FWD, RWD or AWD. Also interesting that the RWD is the largest battery and best range. It's a good looking vehicle too, I'd take it over the regular blazer. Excellent interview as well, asked important questions about battery configuration and actually let the man talk.

[@davidlemieux615]

Makes sense as it will be made on same line as the ICE version which offers FWD and AWD models. With electric, contrary to ICE, that means you must have room for motor in front and back. FWD does not mean the same as it did with ICE as the weight of the engine and transmission is no longer focused on front of vehicle. Does show how this is basically an ICE vehicle modified for BEV usage.

[@hi-fi3889]

@@davidlemieux615 this is not going to be made on the same line as the ICE blazer. Same plant. It's a completely ground up clean sheet design and is not a modified ICE vehicle.

[@sipher3516]

I really wish they'd give an option for the biggest battery but still keep the FWD motor for max efficiency and range. Seems like a shame to give the bigger pack as an option on the RS but only with the fatter RWD motor.

[@kevinbaker2401]

Awd

[@justinstewart3248]

@@sipher3516 it has the longest range not because it’s RWD, it’s because it’s the best way to fit the largest battery in this platform. FWD vs RWD means nothing with respect to range - it’s the battery size. AWD is a different story, it does actually affect range because of the extra power used for the additional motor, etc.

[@rickbelieves7652]

FYI: Bolt batteries are lasting easily up to 250,000 miles, the new chemistry in these Pouch batteries should last 350,000 miles or more in the real world.

[@rickbelieves7652]

@Todd Thanks for the great reply

[@markmorrissey1646]

Very well done. I'm impressed and never have been with Chevy products. You guys do a he'll of a job covering this vehicle . Love following your expertise !

[@TexRobNC]

I love that he leads with the platform. I remember first seeing GM's vision for this, the skateboard, it must have been close to 20 years ago now? Finally happening.

[@dennissmith7214]

I actually think the RS looks more aggressive than the SS’s front fascia?! 🤔

[@dennissmith7214]

@Todd 👍🏽

[@alterbr33d]

I'd say its not a Blazer without solid axles, but at least they didn't call it the Camaro like Ford did with the Mustang Mach-E.

[@Junior4565]

I’m really feeling these new evs, just checked that the dealer provides the final price and that makes me nervous

[@anthonyd8122]

Thank you for this video. You are very thorough. Now I understand all the trims and what they have to offer, answering all of the questions I had. Your's is the only video on the models with their complete information. Hats off to you!

[@turbosalsa]

I like the styling and fantastic forward looking futuristic interior wish it could come to the UK

[@cypvh74]

Would love to see one side-by-side with the ICE Blazer.

[@rzu7120]

What are the horsepower options the RS?

[@theone5404]

How about diverting that horse power and things like that to the battery to give more range. Simple as that.

[@adamwright9741]

I was actually more interested in the RS interior but you didn't show it.

[@dathyr1]

They always want to highlight their top of the line model more. Like everyone can afford the 65,000 dollar price tag.

[@paulholterhaus7084]

One thing I appreciate about the Blazer and Lyrik is KNOBS.........You cannot reach out 3 feet to a touch screen while driving thru potholes....Like where I live.............Paul

[@MrCuervoRacing]

Let the guy talk ,geez. He is the one whon designed the thing

[@stevengalloway8052]

"Showstopper". SS. I see what you did there! 😆

[@MrGMawson2438]

Best looking Chevy I've ever seen

[@Flydevice1]

After years of shitty looking interiors, GM finally makes on of the nicest interiors I’ve seen. 👏🏻

[@jefflloyd394]

Amazing and ready to upgrade my Bolt. Was happy with the charging door I had though.

[@JonGorman]

I've seen 5 reviews of this vehicle. Not one has shown the hood open. GM embarrassed that they cannot engineer a front trunk.

[@JonGorman]

Great looking car inside and out. I love that they don't waste space in the center console with a gear shifter.

[@jameslee5428]

Those are really good looking Ev’s. I’m still on the fence about owning a electric vehicle, but at least I’m looking. What is stuck in my mind is that all these new cars are still the in the early stages of development Regardless of how long they’ve been out there. Battery technology is constantly changing. If I bought a new electric car today, in two years it would be out of date because the battery technology is constantly evolving. The example is the cell phone. Every year they’re coming out with a new improved cell phone/battery technology. Anyways I’ll keep my eyes open, and stay on the positive side.

[@damiangutierrez9103]

Would like to see how it compares to the competition.

[@budblasingame8115]

I want to have more range and travel a longer distance, I want to go from the Bay Area to Las Vegas without stopping.

[@NEILANIL1]

I tried to review the website, and one hiccup that I saw is that they tell you the Sticker price but they also say the dealer has the final price. 🤔 so their sticker price isn't the walk out price plus tax but the dealer markup is what I'm worried about. There's no way to know that besides finding out when you go to pick up your car. 😕

[@gregc9220]

One key comment I got from this video.... reserve a charge station? So that means if you in route you can reserve the charger? What if all the chargers are in use but one is open and you pull in as a normal driver with no reserve can that person use the charger or does the charger not work because it's been reserved for the guy 30 minutes away in his new Blazer? 🤔

[@stumbledotcom]

EVgo rolled out fast charge reservations last year on the west coast. You can schedule a session on a specific day/time up to two weeks in advance. I haven’t used the feature but I believe you have a window to arrive and initiate the charge from your app.

[@dathyr1]

Yes, that is kind of a weird idea for EV's is reserve a charging station. I can see someone who doesn't have this features pull up and all the stations are reserved. but, no cars are there yet. That kind of sucks for that kind of service when pretty soon there will be more EV vehicles on the road looking to be charged up. I have kind of a thumbs down on this kind of service.

[@davidgardner863]

Just when they were about to show the cargo area they walked away. That’s one thing I wanted to see.

[@bigt4135]

They should have made the blazer a true 4x4 with solid axles.

[@Franciscoxds]

If the RS comes with rear wheel steering and mag ride 4.0 it would be amazing

[@KforConstant]

What is the suspension? Wondering how this compares to the lyriq and would this be a cheaper alternative

[@SkippyPB.]

Prob going to be about the same price.

[@bahamatodd]

The trims with equivalent performance to the Lyriq are about $12k cheaper.

[@paulholterhaus7084]

@@SkippyPB. Dealer is promising MSRP only...no more on My new Lyrik...........Paul

[@hereigoagain5050]

Kase is developing into a TFLEV rock star! Love the Blazer EV. It should be a hit for GM.

[@joed6850]

Will any of the trims include multiple cameras, like Tesla's have? Especially useful in sentry mode.

[@keving1774]

For $65,000 you should get 400 miles range

[@dathyr1]

LOL!!!! We would think so, wouldn't we. Every EV seems to be around 260-290 miles range. If any claims to getting a 300 mile range might be degraded shortly after usage for a period of time as the car breaks in during normal use.

[@js8987]

Beautiful SUVs love the SS luxurious interior! The RS. Still prefer hybrids especially when you have to travel long distance to find an EV charger

[@AllStars2525]

Oh, baby! This is what the heartbeat of America is all about!!! Sweetttttt!!!!!!

[@mauriciocastro6363]

The RS is in my radar. Lower cost than the SS, better range and it still look great.

[@535banshee]

Why do people keep saying physical buttons you don’t take your eyes off the road? That’s pure bs! You still look down/over for the button. Only buttons u don’t look for is maybe steering wheel buttons

[@jcferg3370]

Did they soften the seat bottoms or is it still honda hard?

[@paulholterhaus7084]

My CX30 is rock hard and I hate it..........Love the car..Hate the seats......Ordered a 2024 Lyrik.........Paul

[@amigajoe]

Lighting and camera angles were really harsh for the GM guys, but good coverage of the small details.

[@anthonys.1374]

Did they mention the HP for the awd RS models ?

[@kenmcclow8963]

I really like the look especially the RS which is the only version to have standard towing. Since the Lyriq tows 3500 pounds, I assume Blazer will be the same. Too bad they couldn't work their packaging to include a front storage, especially if you pick the RWD version. You have to wonder how Tesla is so good at packaging with dual motors in the same size car. I really object to the concept of reserved charging. I don't know how they plan to implement that because I would not want to pull up to a charger and see reserved on the screen, or be charging and be cut off because someone reserved that unit. Especially if they reserved it and were late arriving. All chargers should be first come, first served. I am perfectly fine cutting people off at 80% during very busy times, or fining people who leave a car plugged in when it's full.

[@theflew]

I think GM thinks the frunk isn't that important. I tend to agree with them. It also makes the vehicle more serviceable.

[@Chad517]

That is correct; surveys are showing most don't use a small frunk, or forget they have it.

[@saxel1989]

I read tow package on 2LT and RS for 1500 LBS

[@535banshee]

I have used my frunk maybe 2 times in 4 years. The frunk on a truck is a must.

[@chris2214]

So does Rs model comes with largest battery pack by default?

[@tomcat6933]

Ban "deep dive" and "let's get right into it" from videos.

[@sylvaindupont7612]

I wonder when GM will release all the specs

[@briansherrill6733]

What is the 0-60 for the RS AWD and the RS RWD?

[@bassistdc]

You should offer a 20" wheel option in the higher trims 21 and 22 are too big for me... not enough rubber.

[@amigajoe]

Serious question - do larger tires increase ground clearance and help avoid scraping at driveways etc. ?

[@bassistdc]

@@amigajoe In most cases it does not. Smaller wheels increase the height of the tread wall. Larger wheels decrease the tread wall height giving less rubber cushion contacting the road. It's really the suspension design that affects ground clearance.

[@amigajoe]

@@bassistdc That’s what I thought. And from everything I’ve read bigger tires are usually less comfortable of a ride as well. I imagine it depends on the height of the tire, but with the trend being the bigger tires and lower profiles. It wasn’t a deciding factor but the fact that we are looking at an ionic 5 Rear Wheel Dr. versus all-wheel-drive, the smaller wheels and the softer ride was a plus in our book

[@bassistdc]

@@amigajoe I bought a VW ID.4 in December. The Ioniq 5 wasn't out yet. I like the VW.

[@amigajoe]

@@bassistdc I think the Id.4 is the best looking EV out there. I do like the ionic five’s retro looks, but otherwise I love the lines of the ID four better than everything else, including this new blazer. I placed a reservation for an id.4 in November of last year and just canceled it a few weeks ago. I like tech a lot, and being a former model three owner, the infotainment and small screen in the id4 just didn’t cut it for me. So for us it will be an ionic 5 Rear Wheel Dr. limited trim to gets all the tech, or a blazer RS. Hoping I can convince my wife to wait for the blazer as I really want SuperCruise. And I like the fact that it’s a bit bigger. But not sure if we can wait a year plus.

[@mattevans4438]

Looks and sounds like an awesome EV! Can't wait for the SS!

[@alexandranin4144]

Do you know if the super cruise feature and red interior will be available at an extra cost on the RS trim level?? Or are these spec specific only on the SS

[@peterfessier9780]

I'm wondering when they are going to release the numbers for the horsepower on the RS AWD. They are supposed to be selling the car this summer so I'd think they'd need to get that out soon. I find it odd that you can get horsepower numbers on the Equinox which will be released later. I can understand not releasing prices on the Equinox until the last minute but you'd think they'd know the horsepower on the Blazer or at least a close number. I'm hoping they keep a large rear wheel motor on the AWD RS.

[@Truthbetold-777]

Nice looking EV SUV!

[@windowman9665]

Is the RS all wheel drive two motors or one? And why does no one ask the horsepower of the RS. Drives me insane. Not one person asks the numbers on the other models

[@Iberian247]

Sheesh, their Marketing-Speak is getting so silly and doesn’t sound authentic: “So walking you through the technology journey on the Blazer…” or “The lighting really celebrates the design of…” 🙄

[@SunsPSD1]

As someone who has a deposit on an SS, I sure wish the presenter would have gotten some more detail about nearly the only OPENING moonroof in the entire EV industry . That was a missed moment for sure.and info that had yet to be shared anywhere else. It appears to open in a unique way as well. Missed opportunity for sure.

[@marcalvarado1915]

The Kia EV6 GtLine and the Hyundai Ionia 6 sedan both have moonroofs that open. This is important to me too and I’m happy the Blazer will have one available too. My problem all of these cars are about $10k more than I want to spend but inflation I guess?

[@OlJackBurton]

@@marcalvarado1915 The EV6 and Ioniq 6 don't have panoramic roofs though...

[@marcalvarado1915]

@@OlJackBurton I would gladly trade a roof that can open and let in fresh air over a panoramic roof. There are lots of evs with glass roofs and only a few with roofs that actually open.

[@OlJackBurton]

@@marcalvarado1915 The Blazer has a panoramic roof that opens. So you can have both...

[@autosmotosonmacheene3198]

All the comments on the reviewer..he did pretty good, great looking suv the competition is tense....only issue Awd

[@vaimurthy]

what is the range for AWD RS model?

[@dnldnl4880]

Does it have a heat pump ?

[@kyliefan7]

All Ultium EVs have that per GM.

[@EM.1.]

The RS seems the most interesting variant to me. What is the range of the AWD version? Are there 2 battery choices for the AWD too?

[@Demobot1]

Those details aren't released yet. I've looked all overs Chevy's website. But I do agree the AWD RS Model is the most interesting.

[@theflew]

The AWD on the RS is not the same as the SS. The RS is RWD with a front assist motor (read low power). That's why the RS has eAWD. The SS has a more powerful motor up front. The SS and AWD Lyriq should be similar.

[@Demobot1]

@@theflew Just like the Mach-e Gt.

[@rickbelieves7652]

Just very impressive.

[@garysarratt1]

This guy could play a wealthy villain or grizzled old cop well.

[@anthonyg8435]

Did he mention the EV miles with RS all wheel drive?

[@richardmckrell4899]

The battery pack determined the wheelbase? Seriously? That's a recipe for disaster.

[@OneNationUnderGod.]

It actually looks pretty nice, wish the range was a little better. My biggest complaint is these are being made in Mexico 👎. GM is lobbying congress to expand EV tax credits that the American tax payers will cover and at the same time spitting in the face of American auto manufacturing labor.

[@sipher3516]

I'm like 99.99% sure this is a platform twin with the Cadillac Lyriq which is built in Spring Hill, TN. If so, this will be built at that same plant in TN. This Blazer EV doesn't share anything with the ICE Blazer that is made in Mexico which is where I presume you got that idea from.

[@OneNationUnderGod.]

@@sipher3516 nope. Autoline already stated this Blazer EV will be assembled in Mexico.

[@misplacedidentity1036]

The front end looks like a beefed up Camry 2021), glad it doesn't imitate the Lyriq.

[@TastyGoomba]

loving this new blazer! the current one is nice, but the engine is under-powered. this EV SS in very interesting! just as long as the moonroof does open and not fixed, imma get me one.

[@williamfreeman6935]

I heard half will slide back so yes, maybe we'll both get one!

[@americanrambler4972]

I like what I am seeing on the inside of this car. The red colors, the brightwork and detail of the vents and switch gear. So done with flat, black understated dashboards and door cards. I like the front end on the RS a whole lot more than the SS. I don’t like the stuffed squirrel cheeks look of the SS. Not a fan of the pricing. After adding the obligatory $10,000 in options plus dealer markup to the price of these Blazers, I am not happy with the $45,000 to $85,000 these things are going to command at the dealer. I don’t need a new electric crossover SUV with a cramped interior that much. And I am also not interested in paying $500 to $1,000 to replace 1 tire on these rigs. I am ok with the advertised range however.

[@paulholterhaus7084]

And All Companies using these overpriced 40 series tires need to quit it.............Paul

[@Wendy-nm9zw]

I'm done with electric cars, I went back to gasoline because of all hassle associated with electric cars and trucks ! No more for me , I've learned my lesson and my " ELECTRIC CAR ANXIETY SYNDROME IS GONE " ... Happy days are here again !!

[@cwebremtecwebremote351]

Not much about how fast it will charge.. all these numbers are great but not knowing what the rate of charge is for this vehicle then it's all subjective until we see how this compares with other vehicles.

[@vaimurthy]

Not sure why anyone will pick Blazer SS over Lyriq AWD at the same price

[@gregnorton3718]

Very nice vehicles. Being old-school, however, I still can't get over the name "Blazer" being used on a small SUV that can't go off-pavement.... How about a Blazer EV ZR2???

[@chicagobearsrewind8930]

I dont see any drive modes or mention of a performance data recorder.

[@michaelmeyers1827]

Looks great

[@mjcmjc6428]

What's the hp for the other variants? I only hear the hp for the ss.

[@kevinbaker2401]

How much cargo space

[@Lukeinashland]

When's this going to be available?

[@mbukukanyau]

Mother Mary Barrah is not playing around, she means the business

[@maverick-zj3jz]

What is price with dealer mark up?

[@kfk256]

Notice how they don't open the hood? Because it has no frunk.

[@Hybridgtr]

It has lines reminiscent of my old 78’ Monte Carlo. Not a bad thing.

[@craig8638]

No way the SS with 22’s gets 290 miles of range with that aggressive front end.

[@bahamatodd]

Why not? It has a huge 100kWh battery.

[@craig8638]

@@bahamatodd Missed that tidbit. Maybe it will.

[@mbukukanyau]

Those seats could use additional side bolstering

[@mdbrenna]

It’s too bad you didn’t ask them why the hell they didn’t make it look like a K5. Somebody needs to do that.

[@TerryDavis-vm3lo]

Now I have a name, Doug Houlihan, is he the genius or part of the genius team that designed the 2024 Chevy EV Blazer RS AWD that does not have as an option the Panoramic Sunroof??, has to be the most ridiculous decision I have seen in with a new car line, total head scratcher, the 2024 RS LT and 2024 RS RWD Chevy Blazer EV has the option for the Panoramic sunroof BUT the 2024 RS AWD does not - Totally Ridiculous and incomprehensible.

[@crsp76691]

Hopefully they dont put in the same crappy ass battery elec control modules like in the gen 2 volts that fail all the time! Add $10,000 to those price specs!

[@techpappee]

65K starting SS..lmfao. It's still a Chevy. How can it nearly double in price from 1LT to SS?

[@ewstaeger]

I feel like a trim level could have been named literally anything other than SS. Then again I know nothing about chevys naming convention

[@pnketia]

The most important questions for EV buyers: What size is the battery? Does it have battery pre-conditioning? Does it have a heat pump? What is the curb weight? What is the CD ratio? I don’t care about electric charge port doors and fancy lights.

[@dathyr1]

Yes, more details of the battery packs would be nice know. Also can we switch from FWD to AWD by pushing a button or are we stuck with only one method of the Wheel Drive operations all the time.

[@herbwheeler4470]

Is it just me or are EV's boring already?

[@steverichard2786]

It's just u

[@mjonesCO]

Is there a rear heated seat option?

[@bobbowie9350]

2:41. GM is so weird. Perfect chance to put Caddy style vertical LED there . Looks like a natural thing there, unlike Cadillac, where it looks forced.

[@jesusmaciasfranco6276]

His hair matches the red Blazer.

[@oregonrain3443]

what is the towing capacity of the rs?

[@jbmcdoogle]

Does it have amber rear indicators??

[@shanelewis3564]

Now we just have to wait and see how Chevy will take a cool vehicle and ruin it by making all the cool stuff subscription-based since they think that is cool. Don't want Onstar to bad, want that cool screen to work pony up. Let's hope the buyers don't stand for that subscription crap and just give us a cool functioning vehicle

[@paulholterhaus7084]

I, for One, Will not pay Monthly for ANYTHING.........I will buy it ONCE.....Not once a Month for ever.........Paul

[@michaelhutter2160]

Nice but lost me at no car play

[@Jm-my1rd]

Hey, what is the SS model max range?

[@Byrd_i_View]

It's kinda like a camaro/ corvette suv in the SS trim.

[@michelleelizabethbutler6675]

They need an orange color