My Mom Was Very Much Against EVs Until I Bought Her a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV for 60% Off MSRP, and Now 1,000 Miles Later She Cannot Stop Talking About How Much She Loves It

The shift toward electric vehicles rarely starts with big announcements or major lifestyle changes. Instead, it usually begins with a small moment that challenges everything someone thought they knew about driving. That's the feeling I noticed when I came across a story in the “Chevy Blazer EV Group” on Facebook by Nicholas Brodeur. His mother's experience shows how quickly a skeptic can change their mind once they see what an EV is actually like in everyday life. Nicholas, who already owns a Silverado EV with more than 9,000 miles on it in just four months, stumbled across a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV listed at nearly 60 percent below its original MSRP. He bought it for his mom who had been strongly against electric vehicles for as long as he could remember. But after driving it for nearly a thousand miles, she now can’t stop talking about how much she loves it.

Here’s exactly how he described the experience: “I bought my Silverado EV 4 months ago and have loved every second of it. My mom was very much against EVs and made it known anytime she could. Well, I started looking into the Blazers and I couldn’t believe how much they had come down in value! We put miles on our cars like crazy. I already have over 9,000 miles on my truck. I found this 2024 Blazer EV with only 10,000 miles in California and even with shipping it to Iowa, it was 60% off its original MSRP. I put my mom in it a week ago just to try and figure if she would hate it. Almost 1,000 miles later and she can’t stop talking about how much she loves it! Amazing!

If folks just gave them a chance, they would likely end up loving electric vehicles. She didn’t realize how much she would enjoy not having to stop at the fuel station every 3-4 days. She gets up and boom! The vehicle has a full tank ready to go wherever she pleases. I love that it costs me 1/4 compared to what it used to be. I have a 48amp charger for my truck that she’s been using. I’m thinking I’ll put in another charger so we can both charge if needed now that we are going into cold weather.”

A 60% Discount Changes Everything

Massive depreciation doesn’t always mean a bad vehicle, it often means an uncertain one. And we know how Chevrolet’s early Blazer EV models went through a famous rocky launch year. A Blazer EV owner even ran into issues where their vehicle shut down at just 2,000 miles while driving.

These early experiences, combined with production holds and revisions, pushed used prices downward far faster than Chevrolet expected. For someone like Nicholas, though, this created an opportunity. He didn’t buy the Blazer EV because he needed another electric vehicle. He bought it because the deal was simply too good and because his mom needed something practical, reliable, and affordable to run.

A nearly new Blazer EV at 60% off MSRP is the kind of situation where even a skeptic might say, “Maybe I’ll try it for a week.” And that single week ended up changing his mom’s entire opinion about EVs.

Convenience Converted an EV Skeptic

What stood out most in Nicholas’s story wasn’t the price or mileage though, it was the simplicity.

His mom didn’t fall in love with the Blazer EV because of acceleration or styling. She appreciated the daily conveniences that only start to stand out once you live with an electric vehicle. Waking up every morning to a full battery, skipping fuel stops every few days, enjoying quieter driving, and experiencing smoother power delivery all made her daily routine easier. She also noticed how predictable her operating costs became, something many EV drivers comment on. 

For someone who drives frequently, these benefits stack up quickly. No more freezing at gas pumps in the winter, no more planning errands around fuel stations, and no more waiting behind large trucks filling massive tanks. It became a simple rhythm of unplug, drive, and repeat.

How Silverado EV Ownership Shaped the Experience

Nicholas already trusts electric powertrains, and that trust didn’t come from reading reviews. It came from putting thousands of miles on his Silverado EV in a short amount of time.

His experience matches what many Silverado EV owners have shared, especially those who highlighted long‑distance stability and reliability in reports describing Silverado EV owners having no range anxiety and appreciating its towing performance.

When you’ve driven nearly 10,000 miles in four months, you don’t fear the unknown. You already understand how charging fits into your routine, what the real-world range looks like, how cold weather affects performance, and why home charging is so convenient. Because Nicholas had already experienced all of this firsthand, buying the Blazer EV wasn’t a gamble for him. It was a calculated decision that lined up with his real-world driving habits, and that confidence ultimately paid off.

Blazer EV Depreciation and Reliability Headlines

The Blazer EV became one of 2024’s most talked-about EVs and not always for the right reasons. Owners reported issues ranging from software hiccups to unintended shifts into park, as seen in a Blazer EV RS owner’s account of the vehicle suddenly throwing itself into park while driving.

Like I stated earlier, these things naturally impact resale value, especially when manufacturers respond with software patches, recalls, or production delays. But what gets overlooked is that not all vehicles experience the same problems. Most owners have completely smooth experiences.

That’s why depreciation becomes an opportunity for informed buyers. Those who spend time researching software updates and understanding the ownership experience are in the best position to find the right vehicle. Nicholas applied this kind of thought process and ended up with an example that suited his mother’s needs perfectly, which made all the difference.

The Hidden Financial Advantage of Home Charging

When Nicholas mentioned that the Blazer EV costs one-quarter of what it cost his mom to fuel her gas vehicle, it reinforces a trend seen across many EV households.

Charging at home, especially with a 48‑amp Level 2 charger, eliminates most fueling expenses. It’s also one reason Silverado EV owners have reported long-term satisfaction. That's something we highlighted here at Torque News in a broader look at how early EV challenges reveal long-term savings and benefits.

Electricity pricing does vary by region, but the cost-per-mile advantage of EVs remains consistently strong if paired with charging at home. Nicholas is now even considering installing a second home charger so both vehicles can charge comfortably during winter. That’s a sign that the transition isn’t temporary. This is now a two-EV household.

What Other Owners Are Saying

When Nicholas posted his experience, the community reaction helped paint a bigger picture.

Taylor Begley wrote: “Exact same story and exact same vehicles. Down to the color and everything!”

Taylor’s comment adds something important because Nicholas isn’t an outlier. Multiple families have taken advantage of steep Blazer EV discounts and experienced the same shift from skepticism to enthusiasm.

Next came Viet Dang, who said: “Anti EV people are usually the ones that never give it a chance.”

This matches what I’ve seen countless times while covering EV discussions. Many skeptics base their opinions on headlines and not experience. One test drive often shifts opinions faster than any statistic.

Finally, Ryan Everhart contributed a perspective centered on household budgeting: “Same story with my wife. I got her an Equinox EV 3 months after I got my Blazer SS. She loves it. Our first full month of both charging at home was only $71 more than the same month last year. That’s basically one tank of gas in her old Yukon! Or a single oil change.”

Ryan’s example shows how EV ownership scales in families. Two cars, one home charger, predictable costs, low maintenance, etc. For many families, it just makes sense.

Today’s EV Landscape

I think Nicholas’s story reveals something important about the EV transition that many people overlook. Most EV conversions don’t happen through flashy commercials or impressive specs. They happen quietly through everyday convenience. Waking up to a full battery, saving money without trying, and cutting out annoying fuel stops are the real reasons people switch.

And in my experience writing about EV ownership, the strongest opinions—good or bad—usually come from people who drive a lot. Nicholas drives thousands of miles every few months, and his mom quickly joined that pattern. Heavy usage exposes the strengths and weaknesses of any vehicle. For them, the strengths were so obvious that the skepticism didn’t stand a chance.

Key Takeaways

• Huge depreciation can benefit smart buyers willing to research and take advantage of the used EV market.
• EV convenience is transformative, especially for drivers who rack up mileage and hate fuel stops.
• Not every Blazer EV has issues, and many owners report completely smooth experiences.
• Home charging reshapes family budgets by reducing fuel and maintenance costs.
• Skepticism often disappears with real experience, especially when the EV enters daily life instead of being test-driven for 20 minutes.

Your Thoughts Matter

Have you helped a family member or friend transition to an EV? And did their opinions change after real-world driving?

And if you haven't switched to one, what kind of limitations are stopping you from getting in an EV? 
I'd love to hear your thoughts in our comments below.

Aram Krajekian is a young automotive journalist bringing a fresh perspective to his coverage of the evolving automotive landscape. Follow Aram on X and LinkedIn for daily news coverage about cars.

Image Sources: The “Chevy Blazer EV Group” public Facebook group.