Jeff GeerlingSep 4, 2025

I bought the cheapest used EV, and just posted a video going over my experience with my first EV.

*And* why I don't think an EV isn't the right option for most car owners in the US (at least not yet).

Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQQtFnLefqw

And a blog post, if you're more textually-inclined: https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2025/i-bought-cheapest-ev-used-nissan-leaf

Show threadRyan WalmsleySep 4, 2025

@geerlingguy Some bits I agree with, but I wouldn't not want my heated wheel in winter!

Recently got a CCS2 adapter myself which I plan on trying this weekend.

Oddly I've never gotten along with one pedal driving myself.

Steering wheel replacements are a pain though, on a different nissan I had prior I did it and the airbag part is the scariest.

Show threadAdam HonseSep 5, 2025
@Ryanteck @geerlingguy After driving a Volt for 10 years I've gotten used to regenerative mode, always driving it in L "gear" which has fairly strong regen when you let off the "gas", but I just got a Mach E and don't like the full 1 pedal mode. It is too much. The Mach E also has an L mode that works similar to the Volt or Unbridled mode which does the same regen with a bit more responsive throttle. I can coast to most stops and only use the brake at the very end which I like.
Show threadRyan Walmsley

@CalcProgrammer1 @geerlingguy I don't mind regen, I had a Volt before and a Renault Zoe

I primarily drive in Eco mode which has a stronger regen than none, but just can't get used to the single pedal.

Sep 5, 2025 at 8:23pmWeb