Off-topic stuff…

[strider]

Need? Sometimes, but really it came down to price, availability with features, and personal preference for the style. It’s the AWD with the 82kwh pack, so even less on the range than the other one they had, still for the occasions we need to travel and use DcFc it’s a reasonable upgrade from the bolt. The unfortunate part it was a fleet vehicle so it’s only got 30k miles on it, but various Knicks and chips that I probably won’t ever get around to fixing, but it rides wonderfully

Thanks. I also prefer the look of the Blazer over the Equinox but also trying to get the best bang for the buck.

I like the look of the blazers. One of my favorite EV’s but based on past experience I would need a different brand emblem

Experience based on GM EVs or ICEs? I have heard great things about GM EVs over the years. They have been doing it way longer than the other majors and seem to have it pretty stable. I'm not a huge fan of how they charge for OnStar (and I've heard stories about slow response and such) but I'm interested in your experiences.

 

[RodorW]

Thanks. I also prefer the look of the Blazer over the Equinox but also trying to get the best bang for the buck.

That's understandable, around me the blazer was the best offer for an upgrade over the bolt, even got cheaper insurance

 

[J Alynn]

Thanks. I also prefer the look of the Blazer over the Equinox but also trying to get the best bang for the buck.


Experience based on GM EVs or ICEs? I have heard great things about GM EVs over the years. They have been doing it way longer than the other majors and seem to have it pretty stable. I'm not a huge fan of how they charge for OnStar (and I've heard stories about slow response and such) but I'm interested in your experiences.

Out of fairness it was ICE and mid-late 90’s. But fool me once shame on you, fool me twice….

 

[cyure]

I have had my Wrangler back for a few days. They did another diagnostic and this time said it was the fuel pump relay and a few fuses. I have no idea how much that repair should cost, but I just paid my $100 warranty deductible. So far so good. Fingers crossed.

 

[maynard]

I have had my Wrangler back for a few days. They did another diagnostic and this time said it was the fuel pump relay and a few fuses. I have no idea how much that repair should cost, but I just paid my $100 warranty deductible. So far so good. Fingers crossed.

Go Rain, Go...

 

[cyure]

I have nothing to do with this boot company in Spokane, other than my son has purchased boots from them.

They are outfitting firefighters who are fighting the fires in Spokane who need new boots with new boots for free. In a terrible situation it’s so nice when there are helpers.

 

[RodorW]

Took the blazer out to test things out, and get used to it before getting back to work. Did over 300 miles today, the range estimates are pretty close, and the Google infotainment was underestimating percentage on arrival, the first 100 miles was to buc-ee's when I left it was estimating 50% and I arrived with 57% with going slightly over the speed limit the entire way down the interstate. Did a quick charge while I ran in to buy breakfast, and was finished charging by the time I walked back, was also the first time testing GMs Energy Pass so I'm glad that worked without issue, just plug in and payment is managed by the Chevy app . That 80% battery drove all the way back and around town to pick up some cleaning supplies and try to find a rear wiper blade. Then at 29% we ran to target to use the SuperChargers and after a small issue with my card info, it started charging and ramped up to 153kw with 29 to 80 in around 30 minutes. Everything seems to be working as expected and so far I'm feeling right at home in what feels like a mix of the Rivian EDVs I used to drive, and the bolt

 

[J Alynn]

Took the blazer out to test things out, and get used to it before getting back to work. Did over 300 miles today, the range estimates are pretty close, and the Google infotainment was underestimating percentage on arrival, the first 100 miles was to buc-ee's when I left it was estimating 50% and I arrived with 57% with going slightly over the speed limit the entire way down the interstate. Did a quick charge while I ran in to buy breakfast, and was finished charging by the time I walked back, was also the first time testing GMs Energy Pass so I'm glad that worked without issue, just plug in and payment is managed by the Chevy app . That 80% battery drove all the way back and around town to pick up some cleaning supplies and try to find a rear wiper blade. Then at 29% we ran to target to use the SuperChargers and after a small issue with my card info, it started charging and ramped up to 153kw with 29 to 80 in around 30 minutes. Everything seems to be working as expected and so far I'm feeling right at home in what feels like a mix of the Rivian EDVs I used to drive, and the bolt

Was intend to try the different chargers on the blazer? Just wondering why 2 stops but I get it if this is the dating phase and you were just trying different scenarios. Thanks

 

[RodorW]

Was intend to try the different chargers on the blazer? Just wondering why 2 stops but I get it if this is the dating phase and you were just trying different scenarios. Thanks

Well I honestly expected to arrive at Buc-ee’s with less battery remaining, and was hoping to check the peak charge speeds, but from 57% percent the highest was 70kw. I know some blazers had an issue with not going over 50kw no matter the SoC and the only way to be sure was to drain and test, we have a trip at the end of September and if Theresa an issue I wouldn’t want to find out while away from home and well out of the “money back” guarantee, but since it wasn’t good enough to be sure and we happened to be out after running it to 30% and I the superchargers are at Target, I could test the rates and get some stuff for the house I needed to do anyway.

 

[strider]

Took the blazer out to test things out, and get used to it before getting back to work. Did over 300 miles today, the range estimates are pretty close, and the Google infotainment was underestimating percentage on arrival, the first 100 miles was to buc-ee's when I left it was estimating 50% and I arrived with 57% with going slightly over the speed limit the entire way down the interstate. Did a quick charge while I ran in to buy breakfast, and was finished charging by the time I walked back, was also the first time testing GMs Energy Pass so I'm glad that worked without issue, just plug in and payment is managed by the Chevy app . That 80% battery drove all the way back and around town to pick up some cleaning supplies and try to find a rear wiper blade. Then at 29% we ran to target to use the SuperChargers and after a small issue with my card info, it started charging and ramped up to 153kw with 29 to 80 in around 30 minutes. Everything seems to be working as expected and so far I'm feeling right at home in what feels like a mix of the Rivian EDVs I used to drive, and the bolt

Thank you for the updates. Do you mind summarizing how the mobile app works with Chevy? I assume the Blazer and Equinox will be the same. I am used to Tesla where the app is completely free to be able to access the car, precondition, lock/unlock, locate, etc. I have tried to read the OnStar stuff but ICE and EV features are all munged together and I can't make heads or tails of what is included with purchase, what is free after that period, and what you have to pay for what capabilities. Or if there is a site you've found that easily explains it that would be great too. Thanks!

 

[J Alynn]

SUPER DUPER BIG THANK YOU to @maynard !!!!!!!!!! You know why but thank you again. Not sure it will end up working out but I appreciate you sir!

 

[maynard]

SUPER DUPER BIG THANK YOU to @maynard !!!!!!!!!! You know why but thank you again. Not sure it will end up working out but I appreciate you sir!

No problem!