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Chevrolet is no stranger to electrification. They built the Volt before Elon Musk knew what plaid seats were, and they’ve quietly continued refining their electric playbook while others have been shouting from the rooftops.
The 2024 Blazer EV, in particular, is shaping up to be the sleeper hit of GM’s Ultium lineup. It doesn’t boast outlandish horsepower figures or promise to fly to Mars, but it works. And for one Florida family, it worked even better than expected.
Lexie Vanderweit, a Blazer EV owner from just north of Tampa Bay, shared a detailed trip report in the Chevy Blazer EV Owners Facebook Group that perfectly sums up this vehicle’s real-world appeal:
“I live just north of Tampa Bay and took a trip to Fort Myers.
I was at 95% when I left, and it said I’d arrive with 23%. Being only 145 miles, I was not happy about that! I traveled south on I‑75, speed limit 70, and set cruise control to exactly 70. It’s relaxing to drive in the right lane at the speed limit. Guess my age is showing. I haven’t figured out the paddle behind the steering wheel yet, and driving 70+ mph wasn’t the time to learn. I did fine using the buttons on the steering wheel.
By the time I arrived, I was at 41%, much better than the anticipated 23%! I tried to plug in at my mom’s on a regular outlet, but the charger turned amber instead of blue. Thanks to the posts in this group, I discovered my mom’s outdoor outlet isn’t grounded (even though it has three prongs).
The next day, we traveled from Fort Myers to Naples, stopping halfway when the kids needed a potty break. We found a Tesla charger, I had the adapter, and I parked sideways at the furthest station so I wasn’t blocking anyone. We went potty and had snacks; I think it charged from 36% to 70% in about 25 minutes. I wish I could find the summary for that, but I can’t!
Made it to Naples and back, and I was back in the 40s.
We took Mom’s gas car the next day to the Miami area for multiple reasons.
On Sunday evening, we drove back up to the Tampa Bay area, stopping at a Walmart Electrify America station in Punta Gorda (about 30 minutes into a 2½‑hour trip). I took the kids into Walmart for a potty break, bought them each a pair of sneakers, and went from 36% to 80% in just 26 minutes. (See the second and third pictures.)
The only issue I had was with the first picture: a couple of text messages popped up as a little red dot in the top right corner. I clicked to read them, then closed them, and ended up on a “no notifications” screen. I couldn’t figure out how to get back to Maps or anywhere else without pushing the power button. Does anyone know how to fix this?
Things I LOVE: one‑pedal driving; folding side mirrors; Google Maps at my fingertips; the camera button on screen; “Hey Google, turn on the music”; asking Google to tell us jokes; the car turning off itself when you get out (instead of pushing buttons); hearing text messages without looking down at my phone; and replying without pushing any buttons. (“Would you like to reply?” I say “No, thank you.” Why I say “Thank you” to a machine, I don’t know, it’s ingrained, haha.)
Things that annoyed me: no rear‑view mirror camera (loved that on my 2020 Blazer RS); walking around to the back to get the other child out and having the trunk open automatically… and later expecting it to open automatically when it wouldn’t; asking Google to play “Jingle Bells” repeatedly, it always says, “Okay, playing ‘Jingle Bells’ on Spotify,” but it never plays that song. It’ll play Christmas music, but never the specific song I ask for.”
Her words cut straight to the heart of what so many EV skeptics fear: range accuracy. And here was a clear, relatable demonstration that the Blazer EV not only hit the mark, but exceeded it by a full 18%. No drama, no tow trucks, no backseat panic attacks. Just steady, honest driving and a battery that still had plenty left in the tank.
Chevy Blazer EV Sales Surge
- In 2024, GM sold 23,115 Blazer EV units in the U.S.
- Q1 2025 U.S. deliveries reached 6,187, up 931% from Q1 2024’s 600 units
- In Q1 2025, Canada deliveries were 351, up 56% from the prior year
- Blazer EV and Equinox EV together have become top players in GM’s EV lineup, with Blazer EV being the number one seller in Q1 2025
Vanderweit’s family trip covered more than just one leg of the highway. Over the course of a few days, she navigated Fort Myers, Naples, and a return to Tampa Bay, utilizing a mix of charging solutions, from a Tesla Supercharger (with adapter) to a Walmart Electrify America station.
During the latter stop in Punta Gorda, the Blazer EV delivered a strong showing: a fast charge from 36% to 80% in just 26 minutes, peaking at 111 kW and drawing 43.712 kWh of juice. She even had time to grab sneakers for the kids while the Ultium battery did its thing quietly outside.
Vanderweit even used the charging downtime to entertain her children and navigate Florida’s well-paved arteries without incident. She noted that Google Maps integration, one-pedal driving, and voice controls made the Blazer EV feel like a true leap forward from her previous 2020 Blazer RS.
Blazer EV Owner Tips: Regen Paddle Tricks & Rear‑View Mirror Camera Insights
Other owners chimed in with helpful additions. Nate Ganus, commenting on the same thread, praised the rear-view mirror camera on his loaner and shared a tip:
“Just push and hold [the regen paddle] for more regen; it gets easier with time.”
Dickson Bodden, a Tampa-based 2024 RS RWD owner, echoed the same advice, pointing out that the paddle intensifies regenerative braking, an underrated feature that adds both efficiency and driving engagement. It’s these little touches that elevate the Blazer EV from a mere commuter appliance to something closer to a partner on the road.
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Of course, it’s not all sunshine and charging stations. Vanderweit mentioned some minor annoyances, glitches in the infotainment, inconsistent trunk behavior, and Google’s refusal to play “Jingle Bells” on command. But these are teething issues in an otherwise well-thought-out platform. More importantly, they’re software-level problems, and Chevy’s OTA update strategy is built to fix these kinds of hiccups without a dealership visit.
Chevy Blazer EV Range Breakdown: EPA Estimates vs. Real‑World Mileage
- EPA-rated range spans 279–324 miles, depending on configuration (AWD vs RWD and battery size)
- Long-range RWD RS models with the 102 kWh battery can reach up to 324 miles EPA-estimated
- Dual-motor AWD trims (e.g., RS, LT) are rated around 279 miles EPA
- Real-world tests have sometimes exceeded EPA: one test yielded 320 miles, another saw up to 343 miles under ideal conditions
The bigger picture here is that Chevrolet, long seen as the dependable choice rather than the cutting-edge one, has quietly produced one of the most competent, accessible, and genuinely well-rounded electric vehicles on sale today. It’s not flashy, and it won’t go viral on TikTok for doing donuts in a parking garage. But it does something arguably more important: it works, for real people, in real-world conditions, better than expected.
While other automakers chase headlines with six-figure rocketships, Chevy’s Blazer EV is proving itself where it counts: in the hands of everyday drivers like Vanderweit.
Image Sources: Chevrolet Media Center
Noah Washington is an automotive journalist based in Atlanta, Georgia. He enjoys covering the latest news in the automotive industry and conducting reviews on the latest cars. He has been in the automotive industry since 15 years old and has been featured in prominent automotive news sites. You can reach him on X and LinkedIn for tips and to follow his automotive coverage.
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