Are you team electric or team gas and why?

@OrangeChicken417

3 ай бұрын

Team hybrid ;) best of both worlds, great realistic range with ice and electric power.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Not a bad choice 😱

@a.ramosakadrumgrl6677

3 ай бұрын

Hybrid, I think the electric tech needs to advance a bit more.

@bonnevillebagger9147

3 ай бұрын

Depends on the purpose. Efficient commuter less than 50 miles, def goes for electric. Everything else Ice is better.

@bobbycampos6576

3 ай бұрын

Gas or hybrid for a handful of reasons but as a second or third city car they’re amazing. To many horror stories about how these E cars become junk before even paid off due to the expense with battery failure. We’re very close, maybe in another 5-10 years but as of today with the high MSRPs and limits I’ll stay gas. FOR NOW…… 😉👍🏻

There is only one car for me...make the Element again.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Me too 😓

@donnam.7081

9 күн бұрын

Nothing compares. Bring it back!!😭😭😭😭

@FriendoftheSubReddit

5 күн бұрын

Same. Mine got totaled. Got another one. And I’ll do it again.

@djmelodic4817

3 күн бұрын

agreed… 💯✅

My 2004 Element has 411000 miles on the original motor and transmission - I bought it for $2500 when it had 273,000 on it. Best little car ever made.

@crusitalopez6604

Ай бұрын

Wow! I have an original 2009 Honda element, going on 190000 miles. I just purchased a 2024 honda hrv sport but kept my element because i know my element will outlast my new one. YES, i agree, best car ever made. I had a cop stop me to give me his card , in case i wanted to sell my car. I love my element!

@chazrivers7200

8 күн бұрын

I still daily drive my 2006 element at 330k miles. Best vehicle I've ever owned

@FriendoftheSubReddit

5 күн бұрын

Awesome!

This is no element, no suicide doors, not cheap enough and not a Honda.

@FriendoftheSubReddit

5 күн бұрын

This. They’d have to come up with a design that opened up the side of the vehicle, like suicide doors do. The doors are a big factor for people with disabilities and people with larger pets, both significant demographics for the Element

Cheers Stephen, but NO COMPARO!!! The low floor in the Element is everything!!!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

That’s a FAIR point. It’s so hard to replicate the Honda element but more headroom would be so good lol.

@jasontodd5206

2 күн бұрын

​@StephenAldaco Yeah, this is more akin to the Scion xB than the element. Could find everything flat and fit a full-size air mattress in a first-gen. But nowhere near the height of the element. If get a pilot before this any day.

Over the years, I've owned a dozen Honda vehicles, including several CR-Vs. I love their simplicity and reliability. Honda could produce a new Element based on the current CR-V hybrid fairly easily and without a lot of incremental cost. I think they're missing a huge opportunity to cash in on the Element's cachet. If such a vehicle were released, I m-i-g-h-t even consider upgrading my '05 EX!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I’m holding out hope that they drop it one day. They also have the new ev platform which I think they could slap any sort of shell on top of.

The lack of vertical space is the worst bit. My Chevy Traverse seats can all lay flat but the lack of headspace makes my 05 Element my preferred camping car.

No tailgate and no suicide doors, boo! 😢 Can we swivel the seats? Honesty, I am not ready to give up my Honda Element anytime soon. Great videos Stephen.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Yeah no swivels that would be really cool but I doubt we’ll see that from the many factor only aftermarket.

@robertknight4672

2 ай бұрын

I always had mixed feelings about the Element's suicide doors. The could be annoying if you had passengers. I didn't mind the front seat belts being attached to rear doors on the older models since it still allowed for the height adjustment.

To me, it just looks like every other SUV on the road. Even if Honda was to bring back an updated version of the Element, don't think it would be the same. I love the simplicity (and quirkiness) of my '05 E car. I believe you are right, electric cars will be the future.

Show it with bikes standing up in it with their wheels on.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Probably won’t happen. 🫠

Yay to boxy! Agree with the no tailgate problem. Gasoline kinda sucks. So nice, but too expensive for me.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I know hopefully Rivian sees this and adds a tailgate just for you & me 👍

@michaelbarnes9383

3 ай бұрын

@@StephenAldaco yes, surely they will!

Not a fan of EV’s if you been following Ford they stopped production of the F150 Electric and have reduced pricing on the EV Mustang. As for use in off roading the issues that I have is range. I haven’t seen any charging station in off road areas plus battery life is diminished in cold weather. I think they should do a hybrid which would make more sense. In closing I think the Range Rover, Defender looks more like the Element. Would love to see a review of all the boxy suv’s that would be 😎 Thanks

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

There is so many boxy suv the Range Rover is definitely an element clone for sure. Upvote this comment if you want to see that video!

Lousy range if you wanna hit the road and travel a lot, be out in nature etc.. Too much of a hassle to have to be constantly looking for a place to charge it in a city.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Better range than an element 🤷‍♂️ also uses Tesla super charging network.

@jaybo2099

3 ай бұрын

It has twice the range of my existing Element.

That’s a hard note, that is no element!

Bought a 2007 seven years ago and it is still running.

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

That’s what we like to hear. Thanks for being here bro!

I do like the Rivian over the Tesla for sure. But, I'd prefer a hybrid until the charging infrastructure can get figured out or if it can. Trip to Las Vegas took longer sitting at charging stations. Don't like.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Hmmm I need to take a long trip in an EV to test it out for myself. Thanks for the input.

So very sad the Element is no longer in production

@StephenAldaco

2 ай бұрын

You and me both 🥲

Can anyone help me understand the importance of a missing tailgate in R2? Instead they included the pull-out thing, that works like a 'bench/table' etc. But what other use is the R2 really missing without a tailgate?

Babe and I were looking at these this weekend. Very cool car, I actually like the smaller one that looks like a Gremlin even more though. As far as ALL electric I just can’t do it. They don’t work for true interstate travel effectively and are best as in city only cars IMO. My little sister in Costa Mesa just bought a Tesla two weeks ago and she already agrees it just may not work for all she wants to do. All that being said they’re all amazing prices of modern art and machinery but still to limiting for proper adventuring IMHO.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Yeah I can see that plus having range anxiety does not sound fun at all! The Rivian R3 definitely looks way cool like an old VW golf. I’m sure hopeful that Rivian will find their target demographic and we can keep coming out with cool cars in the future.

When they said they were bringing the element back, I thought they were going to bring the element back?

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

There’s no official word on when it’ll come back. I hope they do one day.

It's too big and it doesn't look pretty. It looks more like a plastic tub in my fridge that's hard to park. It looks carpeted. Big no from this element owner.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Oh solid point the rubber floors are nice on the element 🤣 elements are so cool what can we do it’s hard to top.

The R2 is awesome but it's no element!

@StephenAldaco

2 ай бұрын

lol it’s the closest I’ve seen but I agree it’s no element.

I wish it had the suicide doors.

It looks alright, however the main problem i have with my current vehicle, the xtrail, which this new one also has is that the wheel wells are on the inside of the car. Youll notice with the other boxy vehincles they still kept them on the outside. Its something that makes it a little more difficult when you want to fit it out. I have a 4 cube storage bit in my car only because I had to make it fit between the front seat and wheel well. I wanted my cubes to be more like Rosas but couldnt. Also, no suicde doors is a bummer. They still make suicide doors on Patrol utes as my sister got one a couple years back. The tailgate is something that id love on my vehicle and so ive been jealous of the Elements with theirs. Overall id say its a nice car and it does have some good things about it 7/10 however its not an element and they still 10/10 for me as theyre my dream car.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I know I hope one day you get your element and join the cult with us haha! After making this video I noticed a lot of trucks have clam shell doors so maybe I was wrong about that. Having small or no wheel wells is a game changer for sure for a build out. Thanks for being here Kat.

It will be interesting to see how many R2's (or just Rivians in general) make it to 300,000 miles...a trick which Honda has mastered pretty decently.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

That’s a fair point. I wonder how many batteries it will go through in that time.

Love my element but not a fan of electric vehicles of any kind. They just have no place here in the midwest. I've literally seen one Tesla once while dropping off my element to get a new back bumper.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

That’s a fair point I am mostly in the city so I don’t notice the range issues as much as other people do. What’s the most popular vehicle out there you think trucks & subarus?

It is nothing like an Element. A new Element would be nothing like the Rivian. I don't even see how you can even make a comparison.

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

🤷‍♂️

Split rear hatches (as in a tailgate design) are problematic for automakers in that they are very difficult to fully seal. Not for only for water but in terms of exhaust fumes. Airflow over the roof creates a lot of turbulence behind an SUV and can acually pull vapors into the rear passenger compartment (it’s also why rear hatch and glass get so dirty). Obviously exhaust isn’t an issue on a EV but old habits die hard.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Oh wow thanks for your insight I had no idea but that makes sense. If they figured it out with my element I’m sure Rivian can figure it out

love my element but cant wait for the r3s to come out it looks like a classic vw hatch with all the modern amenities. Rivian is the first electric car company to really nail retro futurism

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

The r3 is sick! Funny how vw killed the golf and Rivian brought it back.

Great video. IDK How I feel about electric cars yet. I would rather do a hybrid instead but if Honda comes out with there own like this one or a new element style then... 🤔

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Thanks bro how’s that Subaru treating you that’s what you ended up with right?

@shak_attxck

3 ай бұрын

@StephenAldaco yes I love it. It's everything I needed in my next adventure vanlife car. Under 30k but to be honest if they make a new fj cruiser or a new Honda element I might reconsider. I like the rivian just not fully sold with electric cars yet. If Honda make a new element would you buy it?

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I feel like I would have too and make a bunch of content for the channel haha. Congratulations on the new ride man! FJ is too small for van life imo.

@shak_attxck

3 ай бұрын

@@StephenAldaco thank you 😊

I think I would stick with your element. Always liked gas powered

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Yeah but if they give me a tail gate I might have to consider the Rivian!

A hybrid gas electric Honda Element is my dream car.

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

Me too

I think the new Rivian is Awesome. It's cute I agree it's a Happy looking car. I do worry about it being 100% electric though if you are out and somewhere they don't have hookups. I'd prefer a hybrid.

Great design. I'd buy it if it were a hybrid, but don't feel comfortable going out backcountry and needing a charge.

dude... it's like 4 feet tall. Starts at 45k (what, it's cheap relative to their other 80k suv?)... runs on batteries that make it a terrible choice for cold and even slightly remote environments. Sorry, I like your channel, but this is straight up silly.

No tailgate...that's a fail I think

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I know and they have it on the R1S. Cmon Rivian.

Nope. Height appears too short to sit upright in back with the seats folded, so that’s an automatic No from me. And the charging infrastructure nationwide isn’t broad enough or maintained well enough for me to go full electric yet. A hybrid Element would be a no brainer, Honda is really leaving money on the table by not designing one.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I hope Honda sees these videos and comments and comes to their senses haha!

Thanks for the great car review, Stephen! I like that the Rivian has front folding seats. Not really into all electric though & the 45k price point I think is too steep for the average person especially with high interest rates on auto loans. Wish Honda would make new Elements starting somewhere between 20 to 25k at most. Any word about Honda making new Elements again? Thanks again, Stephen. With Aloha, Matt

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

No official word from Honda but I would love to see it! The front folding seats is a very nice touch by Rivian I agree. It would be so nice to see a 20k-25k element in the same price range as the ford maverick.

@BoondockBertoOverland

3 ай бұрын

@@StephenAldaco, thank you. I saw an old Subaru Baja the other day. Seems like a decent amount of crossover and the same fans for the Element's and Baja's. Like them both, never had either.

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

@BoondockBertoOverland Baja is dope btw which island are you on?

@timmytee5335

Ай бұрын

New Elements at 20-25k? Lololol! If you look around , Ive got a guy across town selling an E for just short of 20k. Its an 08 with 142 k miles but he has a roof rack and a ton of camping accessories that come with it. Way overpriced but thats todays market. It out of control. Hell, dealers are asking 10+ for varioys years with less than 200 k mileage and no rust. Im talking 04-11s it nutz! No, a new E will start at, over 30k maybe higher due to demand.

I like the ev element. Hopefully I'll own both at the same time!

So, I wonder if or when someone will see if the R1 total lift and tail gate is just as long as the R2. Then just fab the R1 to fit the R2. The new Element it will be. Would I buy it then...... No, I'll stick to my tortoise fast Element knowing I can go to 300 miles on a tank of gas(Ok let's be honest 265-280) fill up and go. R2D2 will need hours to charge. It's cool though give it that!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

R2D2 LOL 😆 that is an interesting thought I can just modify the tail gate how I like it. R1s is super cool but too big to be called the new element IMO

@_craig_macc

3 ай бұрын

@@StephenAldaco you around JR and Miguel oh I'm sure a liftgate could be modified lol

No tailgate! No way

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

I AGREE!!!

I love the idea of not being dependent on gas and foreign oil but the horrible environmental impact of the lithium mining fields in South America plus lack of charging options for longer ranges makes fully electric vehicles unattractive to me.

No suicide doors, no tailgate, back seats aren't REMOVABLE. Does it have Elements rubber floors or carpet? A Hybrid would be excellent but full EV? Not yet. The tech and US infrastructure isn't there yet. I'm not seeing an Element, it's boxy, yes, but that isn't enough to replace my Element.

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

At this point, I think a hybrid is the best option. If they had a hybrid and an EV option for the element, that would be awesome.

Doesn't look it would be possible to stand up in it, at all. I can stand in my E

I have element 08 very good condition DC area. Will sell soon. It is a one of kind. Music & cars. No likey the new stuff No everything is not going electric. There are still gas vehicles for sale.

This is not an element.. this is an suv with stowed seats.. the element was based on a mini van.. the front seats to back seats are not alligned equily. Why even mention the element name?

This is awesome!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I agree! Give me that tail gate!

Very nice

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

I agree I guess I should mention I also want clamshell doors too haha

It's an ev no solar charge on board no hybrid gas electric. Limited range trash ev. For that price you can fully rebuild 2 element exp awd with all the aftermarket mods.

That in no way looks like an E🤔

The new Honda Element by Rivian sounds intriguing! We sent you an email, check it out.

Bro these fighting words

Not even close to the element 😢

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

Rest in peace ☠️

Not even close. Doesn't have the height in the rear that an element has, nor is the opening in the rear anywhere near as height, no tailgate, no suicide doors. Seats don't function the same. It's looks more like a typical SUV to me.

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

Yes the bigger the rear opening, the better. 😮

Team Gas! Why, first of all I don't think that there's anything practical about solar cars, to long to charge, takes to much electricity to charge and what part is biodegradable? Yes, I love my portable batteries, but these cars aren't going to survive. I think Ford did a better job making a copy cat Element, but it just isn't the same. 🤪

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Are you talking about the ford bronco? I feel like some of these electric cars can charge in 30 mins guess it depends on your driving habits 🤔

@daricefrost664

3 ай бұрын

@StephenAldaco yes, the Ford Bronco. I like the outside look of it, but I haven't seen the inside.

I have an original 2009 honda element. Going on 190000 miles and never had an issue. You cannot compare any new vehicle to the honda element. You want to impress me with a new car. Make the honda element exactly the way honda left off and people will buy it. Anything with too much electronics will not last very long. A few months ago i purchased a new 2024 honda hrv sport BUT kept my honda element because i trust itll last far beyond any car out there. HONDA, make the element again with no electronics or safety features and i will buy one!

@kyrstenr-meyer741

28 күн бұрын

Safety features are important.

@kyrstenr-meyer741

28 күн бұрын

Coming from someone who recently survived a bad car crash.

Nah, no thank you!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

Fair enough!

@artat777

3 ай бұрын

@@StephenAldaconot that it’s Not cool I Just don’t see it as a Honda Element comparison.

Nah! No Go.

BLASPHEMER!

@StephenAldaco

3 ай бұрын

😫🙌

Yeah. No.

Not even close to Element. Not interested at all. I will never buy electric. I like my clamshell. I like my doors!

@StephenAldaco

3 күн бұрын

I like the clamshell too.

I have owned 2 this ain't it

These things are terrible.

Team Gas, fossil fuels are cleaner and better supported. Lithium batteries are dangerous and not cost effective. Mileage being traveled. Gas and go. Convenience of gas. Electric freezes in the winter can’t run the car.

The element is a kind of ridiculous car…boxy, horrible gas mileage, and a little ugly. Electric is the future.