From its whisper-quiet electric torque to the not-so-quiet charging bill, we dig into what it’s really like to live with a six-figure electric truck. Spoiler alert: $65 doesn’t get you a full charge, and range anxiety is still very real.
Plus, we go behind the scenes of YouTube content creation (https://youtube.com/@thedrivendad22?si=uuATFE3dtH732Unh) , why platform-specific content matters, and how captionsmight be the unsung hero of video growth.
🚗 What We Cover in This Episode:
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Renting the Silverado EV RST on Turo
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Real talk: charging costs, public stations, and range expectations
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Comparing Super Cruise vs Tesla Autopilot
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Why the fake engine noise might actually be genius
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Courage’s take on YouTube vs Instagram content
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Best practices for short-form video, captions & cross-posting
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A closer look at EV vs gas cost comparisons
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Ride quality, interior space, and what makes this truck unique
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The question we all asked: Why didn’t they call it the Avalanche?
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• Is the Silverado EV worth over $100k?
🔧 Perfect For:
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Truck lovers curious about EVs
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Anyone shopping for or renting an electric vehicle
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Content creators figuring out cross-platform strategies
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• Fans of behind-the-scenes YouTube workflow tips＜#＞
• Listeners who like their auto talk real, raw, and road-tested
00:00 – 🎙️ Intro & Courage’s Return
00:24 – 🚗 Renting the Silverado EV RST on Turo
01:00 – 📹 YouTube Content Strategy & Posting Cadence
03:00 – 📱 Instagram vs YouTube Shorts & TikTok Trends
06:00 – 💬 Importance of Captions in Short-Form Video
07:30 – 🛠️ Podcast Production Checklist & AI Help
08:00 – ✈️ Sacramento Trip & Airport Talk
11:20 – ❌ Charger EV Not Available – Here's Why
12:30 – 🛻 First Impressions of the Silverado EV
13:45 – 🔊 The Fake Engine Noise Debate
15:20 – ⚡ Power, Features & EV Truck Experience
18:20 – 🛣️ Long Drive Test: Sacramento to Oakland
21:30 – 🧠 Super Cruise vs Tesla Autopilot
22:00 – 🔋 Charging Experience with EVGo
24:00 – 💸 The Real Cost to Charge a Silverado EV
26:00 – ⛽ Gas vs EV: Cost Comparison Breakdown
29:00 – 😬 Range Anxiety is Real (Again)
32:00 – 📦 Storage, Frunk, and Backseat Setup
33:30 – 🧊 Why Didn’t Chevy Call it the Avalanche?
35:00 – 🤔 Final Verdict: Worth the Price?
36:00 – 🏕️ Towing, Ride Quality & Everyday Use
40:00 – 👁️ Super Cruise Eye Tracking & Safety
42:00 – 🏁 Final Thoughts on EV Trucks Today
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