From Jim’s EV Adventures.
EV Adventure News for April 2026
⚡ Used EV car sales just hit a new all-time record (over 100,000 units moved), and a huge wave of affordable NEW electric vehicles are coming. In this video, I break down three exciting new 2026 EVs, the Rivian R2, the Slate Truck, and the Aptera — plus why the used market is about to get incredible. Let’s do a car review together! ⚡⚡
What’s dropping in 2026/early 2027:
• Rivian R2 → The adventure-ready compact SUV finally arrives (pricing, specs & delivery dates)
• Slate Truck → The $25K–$28K customizable electric pickup that’s perfect for real life
• Aptera → The insane solar-powered 3-wheeler that can drive 40+ miles a day on sunlight alone
• The Off-Lease Flood → 300,000–500,000+ low-mileage EVs (Model Y, Ioniq 5, EV6, etc.) hitting the used market
Whether you want a new premium EV, an affordable work truck, a futuristic solar car, or a killer used deal — 2026 has something for everyone.
Which one are you most excited for? Drop your pick in the comments 👇 Rivian R2, Slate Truck, Aptera, or Off-Lease Deals?
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⏱️ Chapters:
00:07 – Used EV Sales Record & Why 2026 Matters
03:00 – Rivian R2: Full Specs & Pricing
05:10 – Slate Truck: The Affordable Custom Pickup
07:07 – Aptera: Solar-Powered Future is Here
09:03 – The Massive Off-Lease EV Wave Coming
11:25 – Final Thoughts & My Recommendation
13:00 – Which One Do YOU Want?
13:59 – Outro
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