From Out of Spec Reviews. One ticket – THREE chances to win. First prize is the choice of a Rivian, Lucid, or Porsche EV! Second prize is the choice of a Rivian R2, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, or Hyundai Ioniq lineup! Third prize is a Chevrolet Bolt! Go to https://bit.ly/EVraffleOutofSpec to get your ticket for $200…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Drew are in China to film a bunch of videos for you all! In this episode they head over to an XPeng demonstration drive of their VLA 2.0 point-to-point Level 2 ADAS. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA enter to win here: https://gleam.io/giveaways/gbuFl Join this channel to get…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Isaiah is in Georgia checking out the Hyundai Metaplant America where the IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 9 are currently produced with more models coming. Enjoy the experience! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA enter to win here: https://gleam.io/giveaways/gbuFl Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate…

From Out of Spec Reviews. BYD is going all in on extremely fast DC charging across their entire lineup – it’s hard to underestimate the impact this will have on the electric landscape. We talk to Diego Pareschi who is responsible for the rollout of Flash Chargers around Europe and beyond. Then Kyle plugs in…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle installed iON HT EV Tires on his electric pickup and SUV to test the performance of these tires in mixed driving conditions through a paid collaboration with Hankook. Please check out Hankook’s YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/hankooktireusa Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. I flew back to China to finally drive the refreshed Tesla Model Y L – a longer, taller, family-focused version of the Y with a true third row. In this video, I walk through everything that sets it apart from the regular Model Y and explain why it actually works…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle checks out the new BMW G70 i7 60xDrive in New York City ahead of the reveal. In this video he takes you on a full tour of the improvements from the first generation i7 with some insane upgrades and some huge misses. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA enter…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle uses Lightship’s TrekDrive system to complete a long drive with no problems at all! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate it if you subscribe to our channel! The more subscribers we have, the more awesome opportunities…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle installed iON HT EV Tires on his electric pickup and SUV to test the performance of these tires in mixed driving conditions through a paid collaboration with Hankook. Please check out Hankook’s YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/hankooktireusa Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Ben go through the initial setup process for the Lightship RV that Out of Spec will be testing this week. Please comment below with any video ideas or questions you have and we’ll try and get to them! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Dave and Kathy wandered the New York International Auto Show and got a first look at Subaru’s 2027 Getaway – their first three-row EV. We sat in it, poked at the screens and door handles, and explored what this new SUV is all about. It’s a spacious 6- or 7-seater…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Walter visit Alpitronic Americas in Charlotte, NC! In this episode they meet with Mike, Branden, and Logan to discuss Alpitronic as a company in North America, visit their HIL lab test center, and of course nerd out about the new HYC1000. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com…

From Out of Spec Reviews. In this video, Dave walks the New York International Auto Show floor with Sip from @Notch_EV to give you a first real look at the US-spec 2027 Kia EV3. While they couldn’t drive it, they take a deep dive into the fit, finish, tech, and whether this could replace the…

From Out of Spec Reviews. One of the worst parts of EV ownership is capacity fade or degradation… here’s how my 2022 Tesla Model S Plaid has held up after 4 years and 57,000 miles. Get your MSI Level 2 Charger at: https://us-store.msi.com/EV-chargers/EV-Premium-NACS-NEMA-14-50 Shoutout to our sponsor IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Hei og velkommen! William gets behind the wheel of the all-new Porsche Cayenne Electric for a first drive, putting the brand’s latest performance SUV through its paces. From acceleration and handling to interior tech and driving feel, he shares his initial impressions and breaks down what makes this electric Cayenne…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Logan takes a tour of EVCS in Las Vegas! Join him as he explores the latest offerings from SWTCH, XCharge, Alpitronic and more. Shoutout to our sponsors: SWTCH: https://swtchenergy.com IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate it if you subscribe to our…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Ben just keeps finding insane deals! Here he has purchased another cheap Tesla Model S Raven Performance for less than anyone could imagine. Enjoy! First video can be found here: https://youtu.be/Bu97Hq-KoBo?si=jHzrQ5emK-VpKgj- Shoutout to our sponsor Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle, Logan, and Scot get up close with the Tesla Cybercab at SXSW in Austin. From its wild design to Tesla’s vision for a fully autonomous future, this thing is unlike anything else on the road. What stood out most in person? And could this really be the future of…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle gets the chance to see the new BMW i3 sedan! This is a 440mi range EV built on the Neue Klasse platform sort of as the sedan brother to the iX3. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsor Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle goes on a full design tour of the new Rivian R2 with Jeff Hammoud, then moves to a software discussion with Wassym Bensaid, and discusses key decisions and program updates for Rivian as a whole with RJ Scaringe. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsor Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Get your Wolfbox Dash cam on Amazon: 20%off G900Pro(Dual dash cam) | Code: WBPROCAM25 Kyle and Tijmen went to New York to preview the new Lucid Cosmos! R2 Video: https://youtu.be/JDnFVHZ0b2s?si=s9aQfliFchQaEuT5 Lucid Investor Presentation: https://youtu.be/OYEj2KLgOeg?si=PoKnQYqyIMWEtx8z Shoutout to our sponsor Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Get the LIDER 50 Amp NEMA 14-50R outlet for EV charging and RV power setups here: Kyle and Scot are in Texas filming a Launch Edition Rivian R2 Performance dual-motor. Enjoy their full tour where they show space, size, software, seating room, colors, ADAS, and more. Shoutout to our sponsor…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Logan and Scot get early hands-on access to the Rivian R2! In this video, they take a deep dive into the interior, explore the infotainment system, go over key specs, check out the wheels and tires, and even see how the R2 performs off the pavement. Could this be Rivian’s…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Max leased a Polestar 3 — a dealer demo with about 5,500 miles — and walks through why he pulled the trigger, including the math behind the deal. Coming from a Polestar 2, he explains what drew him to upgrade. This dual-motor Pilot and Plus Pack car is finished in…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Alex and Logan explored the massive CONEXPO 2026 show floor in Las Vegas, hunting down every electric piece of construction equipment they could find — from tiny electric excavators to massive battery-powered dump trucks and wheel loaders. Held once every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is North America’s largest construction trade show.…

From Out of Spec Reviews. I drive the new 2027 Chevy Bolt for the first time, taking it on a sunny canyon run out to Malibu to see what’s changed with this next-generation EV. In this video, I walk through the updated interior with the new digital displays and Google-based infotainment, including built-in apps like…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Super fun experience for Kyle and Drew to head to Baudette, MN for a winter test experience with John and John from Lucid Engineering to understand the work being done to tune Gravity and Air in slippery / cold conditions! Our Regen Drag Control Test: https://youtu.be/UN2_wikI_Yo Shoutout to our sponsor…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Coleton from @OutofSpecDetailing upgrades his first generation Kia EV6 to the latest one that is built in America and features a native NACS charging port with a larger battery and upgraded components. Shoutout to our sponsor, IONNA: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Join Scot in California with Subaru at the first drive of the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker! This is a mid size electric SUV that’s slightly smaller than its ICE cousin, the Outback. In this video Scot drives it on the road and on a small off-road course to see how it…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Coleton dive into the 2026 Polestar 4 dual-motor. In this video they take you on a full tour, discuss all of the specs, and take it on a drive. Enjoy! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Join Scot in California with Subaru at the first drive of the 2026 Subaru Uncharted! This is an electric SUV that’s slightly smaller than its sister car, the Solterra. In this video Scot drives it on the road and on a small off-road course to see how it performs out…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Join Kyle and Drew as they take a 9,000-lb Chevy Silverado EV Trail Boss to the ultimate proving ground: King of the Hammers. Can a massive electric truck really survive a full day in the California desert? We put it through sand dunes, brutal rock gardens, and real Hammertown chaos…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Scot revisit the 2025 Polestar 3 now that there are huge discounts on them… Should you wait for the SPA 2 Upgraded high voltage version launching in 2026 or are the discounts enough to compromise on the buggy and low voltage 2025 models? Shoutout to our sponsors for…

From Out of Spec Reviews. A huge thank you to XCharge for letting us get SO much data from our NZS unit over the last year+. It’s been absolutely eye opening and a super fun project / tool to have. The next chapter with this charger is open for options so we want to put…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Join Kyle and Scot as they review the Porsche Macan GTS. Overall character, they break down what makes the GTS stand out compared to the rest of the lineup. Is this the Macan EV that finally delivers the full Porsche experience? Let’s find out! Shoutout to our sponsors for more…

From Out of Spec Reviews. William explores different chargers in Norway, from the first Kempower site to brand-new DC fast chargers. There’s a particular way to build DC fast chargers that makes them much better for EV drivers. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate it if you subscribe…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle discusses the Rivian R2 vs the main competition in a series of chapters – Price, Range, Charging, Space, Towing, Buying Experience, Service and more. Enjoy as he looks at Rivian’s new small SUV vs the BMW iX3, Volvo EX60, Mercedes GLC EV, and Tesla Model Y. Our R2 full…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Out of Spec hosted IONNA’s 2 year birthday celebration at their Garner, NC Rechargery! We had a bunch of viewers come through and it was great to meet and see all of you. Thanks to everyone who came! Carlos’ channel: https://youtube.com/@explorewithcarlos?si=udDCNHvjwRKB-eV5 Diane’s channel: https://youtube.com/@dianewallaceevs?si=lH09O3WtLdVyC-6l Join this channel to get access…

From Out of Spec Reviews. In this video, Kyle shares his full review of the Tesla Model 3 Standard after two months. As Tesla’s cheapest model, he breaks down what it gets right and where it falls short! Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Meet us at IONNA on Saturday, Feb 7! https://www.ionna.com/blog/ionna-turns-two/ Join Kyle and Scot for a full update on the three Out of Spec Rivians — Standard, Large, and Max Pack. We share how each has been holding up, announce which one we’re selling, and briefly touch on the Rivian R2.…

From Out of Spec Reviews. In this video, Kyle and Scot take a fresh look at the Tesla Model Y Standard (RWD) with a two-month review to see how it stacks up for what it is. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Join Kyle and Scot as they compare the cheapest Rivian R1S with a fully spec’d – yet much less expensive – Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy, a three-row hybrid SUV. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Scot compare the Standard Tesla Model Y to the Nissan LEAF Platinum+. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would really appreciate it if you subscribe to our channel! The…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Logan discuss Regen Drag Control and the logic that different automakers deploy in their powertrain / ESP control systems. In this video we drive a 2026 Tesla Model 3, 2014 BMW i3, 2026 Nissan LEAF, and 2024 VinFast VF8 to show strategies across a wide range of electric…

From Out of Spec Reviews. William visits Kempower in Sweden to explore MCS (Megawatt Charging) and the full lineup of Kempower’s DC fast-charging solutions. The visit includes deep dives into charging curves, distributed charging systems, and Kempower’s expansion into North America. The event also features trucks from Volvo, Scania, and MAN, all demonstrating megawatt charging…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Check out where your favorite creators will be and go meet up with them all across the country this Saturday Feb 7, 2026. IONNA is turning 2 years old and we’re wanting to stress test the entire network yet again! Out of Spec will be at the Garner, NC Rechargery…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Francie is back on Out of Spec to discuss how things have been going for Springroll, her VinFast VF8 Eco, that Out of Spec added to our long term fleet with Francie being the steward of this car. Here’s how it’s going 2 years into our 3 year lease. Shoutout…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle and Logan take FSD v14.2.2.3 on our new Model 3 Premium RWD onto the ice! From driving around the track and getting the system into tricky situations to obstacle avoidance, we test all slippery condition behavior. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Tesla has removed basic lane centering as a standard feature from their entire product line. This is an insane decision for such a tech-forward car producer. Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join…

From Out of Spec Reviews. Kyle gives his tips and recommendations on charging / energy management for an electric car during this upcoming January 2026 snow and ice storm Shoutout to our sponsors for more information find their links below: OpenVPP: https://world.openvpp.energy Ionna: https://www.ionna.com Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRZKu68-4tQIk7_3CJ_wKA/join We would…