Owner quotes — Cluster H — Americas Ev

Published · Researched 2026-09-21

Tesla Cybertruck

• John Schuchman, Cybertruck Owners Only (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "this is easily one of the coolest vehicles I have ever driven. The technology is incredible; it's ridiculously fun to drive... Oh, and it's really freaking fast... this thing is absolutely SICK."
• Jason Jordan, Cybertruck Owners Only (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "Literally everyone who has driven a Cybertruck absolutely raves about it. Never seen such a positive reaction to a vehicle like that."
• Foundation Series owner (14 months / 13k mi), Cybertruck owners Facebook group, via supercarblondie: "no problem that has not been resolved quickly in the Service Center, what an extraordinary and amazing truck!!"
• Edison Dabu, Tesla Cybertruck group (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "Has anyone else encountered this High Voltage System alert? 'High Voltage System — Unable to charge / Service is required.' Current mileage is 26,961 miles."
• Nick, Cybertruck Owners Club forum, via TorqueNews: "I'm giving up on my Cybertruck. After waiting five weeks at the service center for a high-voltage battery replacement... just three weeks later, my PCS failed."
• Dan, Cybertruck Owners Club forum, via TorqueNews: "The past year has become quite troublesome with issues popping up. I have a Foundation Series Cybertruck we bought on Valentine's Day 2024. We've traveled over 33,000 miles."

Rivian R1T

• Scott Yoe, RIVIAN Electric Vehicles Discussion (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "Said I'd never own an EV…well I'm loving this! Picked it up today. I'm hooked."
• noviceboardgamer, Reddit r/Rivian, via TorqueNews: "I'm almost 3 years into my R1T and I really do absolutely love it. But it died on my vacation, in another state. Took almost 4 weeks to fix... For me, that will be the make-or-break visit."
• Andrew Arredondo, RIVIAN Electric Vehicles Discussion (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "Just picked up my 2026 R1T Dual Max yesterday, can't say it went perfectly... 2 pretty good dents... the Tonneau cover (V2) ends up not working properly... hoping this isn't going to be a pattern, considering this is day 1."
• GottaLoveBoston, r/AudiQ6, via TorqueNews: "The design and look, and feel of the Rivian software seemed much better, as well as the customization options."
• HaulYT, owner video review, via InsideEVs: loves the drive, handling, interior quality, low running costs, friendly staff; gripes: tiny touchscreen fan-speed button, screen-only vents, proximity auto-unlock, 270 real-world miles vs 314 EPA.
• Used-buyer, TorqueNews: bought a 2022 Launch Edition under $50k / 35k miles after forum research; "known issues queued up for the first service visit: a steering wheel wiggle above 70 mph, some cabin wind noise, and panel alignment inconsistencies" — framed as getting the truck "squared away," not dealbreakers.

Chevrolet Bolt EUV

• Craig Goldstein, Chevy Bolt EV and EUV Owners Group (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "We currently own a 2023 Bolt EUV we bought new about 3 years ago. It's currently got 59,000 miles and has been a fantastic car. My daughter drives it every day."
• Matthew Spitler, Chevy Bolt Owner Issues (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "I've owned many cars, and the Bolt is by far the best commuter car I've had if price and efficiency are the most important factors... Almost no maintenance costs whatsoever for the Bolt, and many have gone over 300k miles... They aren't overly comfortable. The seats are pretty terrible, but I purchased some covers cheaply on Amazon."
• Dave H., CarFax owner review, Sept 2026: "The range is pretty good at around 250 miles max... I've only really had one issue with the car since I got it brand new... the passenger airbag sensor warning light... The Super Cruise is great, just wish it was available on city streets."
• Tom, GM Electric Vehicle Owners group (Facebook), via TorqueNews: "My only complaint with ours after 5,000 miles is the bumpy freeway ride. Our Volt was much smoother. The torque and acceleration is awesome!"
• Rl, CarFax owner review, Sept 2026: "Great for city driving. It can go 2 weeks on a full charge."
• 2022 owner, via slotcar-today: "in the summer, we can go about 240 miles on a single charge... in the winter, we're down to about 150 miles... my husband... turns all heating down to the lowest setting... still can only max out at 150 miles."

Nissan Leaf

• @robotclaw, Threads, Sep 2026: "Got a new (used) car today, a 2025 Nissan Leaf, my first EV!"
• insideevsforum.com member "jim" (Well-Known Member), on gen-2 battery degradation: "Until this has been corrected I will never own or lease another Nissan."
• Jason Allan (former head of KBB vehicle reviews, via MoneyLion, Sep 2026): "A $10,000 Nissan Leaf is the siren song of the affordable used EV market."
• Belgian Leaf owner, LeafOwners Facebook group, Mar 2026: "The App will be out of service in Belgium end of March 2026! My Nissan Leaf 2019 will lose very useful applications as climatisation and load session on line. I'm not happy with this decision."
• newleafevs.com, via LeafOwners Facebook group, Feb 2026: "Do you own a #NissanLEAF that needs a new battery. These people will travel to your home and install the battery in your driveway."
• WardsAuto, 2026 Leaf Platinum+ test: seat comfort "a highlight in all outboard seats"; "a constantly dropping internet connection is a rare negative of our time in the Leaf."

Kia EV9

• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026 (2024 Land, 13,500 mi): "Welp, folks. Looks like it happened to me too. Critical error code and now in the shop. Will be a few days before I hear anything... Did everything by the book too and still had issues. Just happy I leased."
• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026 (2026 Wind, 4 months in): "Likes: Kia Access App with remote start, charging schedule, status info... Impressed by the range. 300+ in Eco mode. Dislikes: Front cup holders are sloppy... Soft handling leading to a bouncy ride."
• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026: "New EV9 owner — Who else made the switch from Tesla to EV9? So far, I love the car!"
• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026: "The deals are out there. Too bad trade in values are so poor for anyone that has one."
• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026 (2026 GT-Line owner): "Ours usually gets ~220 mi using economy boost mode on long distance, mostly highway travel but we charge up every 200 miles even though it will project it can go ~340 mi. Never been close to that."
• EV9 Owners USA, Facebook, Sep 2026 (2024 GT-Line owner): "Not a fan of the hankook evos, especially in rainy weather."
• @jill.dehlin, Threads, Sep 2026: "The 3yr lease on my Kia EV9 is up on 3/28/27. I am thinking about a PHEV or a hybrid next, but not a Kia because I despise my local dealership."

Volkswagen ID.Buzz

• carmichaelcar, r/electricvehicles (via TorqueNews): "Price. The higher trims hit mid $70K and there are just fewer customers in this segment... Range. For a car starting mid $60Ks, a range of 230 miles is just not acceptable. It's off by a 100 miles actually."
• Reddit minivan shopper (via TorqueNews): "I'm in the market for a minivan and it's not just 'novelty.' There are no other EV alternatives... SUVs can't compare to minivans when it comes to families."
• Reddit commenter (via TorqueNews): "234-mile range for $70K is not great when the Kia EV9 gets 270–304 miles of range in a similar price bracket."
• rmsmotoring forum, ID.Buzz Cargo owner: "The touchscreen - especially when in CarPlay, the touch points are very small - very hard to use on the move imo... In general, the UI/screen is poor - bring back buttons... Other than that, it's nice to drive, quiet and comfy. Could have been awesome if they just done a decent UI."
• pjm-84, vwcaliforniaclub: "It's fantastic to drive, even better than our previous 204 4Motion. The reception you get from the general public and other road users is amazing. People just love it. They smile at you, give you the thumbs up, and even let you out at road junctions."
• unique_usemame, TorqueNews comments: "The ID Buzz is a camping type vehicle that is missing the camping type features found in most large EVs... The power outlet is only for 200w instead of 1,800w. The range is too low, and all that stuff."
• @engineeringexplained, Threads: "Happy Thanksgiving (weekend) folks!! This thing is so festive. Link in bio for my full review & thoughts on the ID Buzz."