Road Tripping in the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV—with a Baby

By Doug Coffey

I recently took a 295-mile road trip in the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, baby in tow, and I’ve got to say—it was an experience. Some things totally impressed me, others were more of a reality check. If you’re a parent considering an EV for family travel, here’s what it was really like behind the wheel of Chevy’s all-electric Blazer.

What Surprised Me—in a Good Way

Let’s start with the space. The Blazer EV had plenty of room—for the rear-facing car seat, diaper bag, snacks, stroller, and all the random baby gear. It felt spacious without being oversized, and loading everything in wasn’t a hassle.

What really stood out to me was the tech. The Blazer EV does a fantastic job of making the EV experience user-friendly. It helped me locate charging stations nearby without digging through apps or planning out the whole route ahead of time. And the Heads-Up Display (HUD)? That was clutch. Having turn-by-turn directions right in front of me meant I could stay focused on the road, which is even more important when you’ve got a baby in the back seat.

Now here’s something I didn’t expect to appreciate: multiple charging stops actually worked in our favor. With a baby, we were going to stop anyway—to feed, change, and stretch. Syncing that with charging times made the trip feel smoother, not more stressful. As long as we planned to handle all the essentials at the same stop, it didn’t feel like lost time.

Where the Blazer EV Fell Short

But let’s not pretend it was perfect. We had to stop three times for charging during a 295-mile trip. That turned a 4.5-hour drive into 6.5 hours. Each stop took around 20 to 30 minutes to get the battery to 80%. That’s the max speed you can fast charge to—going to 100% isn’t an option if you’re trying to stay efficient.

I get why Chevy capped the fast charge at 80%, but I’ll be honest: I wish I could top off to 100% and just go. That extra range would’ve saved us a stop. And for shorter weekend trips where every hour counts, this charging rhythm might not be worth it. If you’re trying to get somewhere fast, the extra time adds up quick.

My Final Thoughts

The 2024 Blazer EV is a solid ride. It’s spacious, smart, and packed with tech that makes life on the road easier—especially when you’ve got a little one in the back seat. For longer trips where you’ve got the time to stop and recharge—your car and your kid—it’s honestly a great option.

But for quick getaways or tight schedules? You’ll need to plan carefully and be ready to add some extra time to your ETA. If Chevy can improve charge speeds or extend range with future updates, this thing could easily go from great to game-changing.

If you’re thinking about making the switch to an EV, the Blazer’s definitely worth a test drive. Just make sure it fits your lifestyle—not just your driveway.