Product Reviews Archives - EV Rider

Do $20 Cooling Vests Work? Florida Summer Testing

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:01:00 +0000

Do cooling vests, like the one I am wearing in the video, actually work? Let’s find out. Product Link: Iaigogo cooling vest I have been using this cooling vest for several months now, primarily while doing yard work and mowing,...

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Is Your EV Charger Cable Too Short? Here’s The Fix

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:31:00 +0000

Use THIS LINK and discount code 25EVDBILL for 25% off the EVDANCE charger extension cable If you’ve ever been traveling and run across a level 2 EV charger cord that’s too short—or maybe even at home—this episode of EV Rider...

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How To: LED Car Interior Lighting Accessories

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:31:00 +0000

If you’re looking for a few easy, inexpensive ideas to spice up your EV, this episode is for you. Now that I’ve put more than 66,000 miles on my 2022 Mustang Mach‑E, I felt the time was right to add...

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New Android Auto With Improved Maps, Video To Debut

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:29:55 +0000

Google Maps, in-car video streaming and widgets are about to get a big overhaul in most EV brands. Google has announced a major Android Auto update is coming that will do a better job of seamlessly integrating your car’s screen....

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Review: Apexel 20-60x Optical Zoom Smartphone Lens

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:31:00 +0000

Can a smartphone come anywhere close to DSLRs or mirrorless cameras when it comes to long-distance optical zoom lenses? We’re going find out in this week’s episode of EV Rider. Related: Apexel TeleCular 20-60x optical zoom lens product page on...

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Aoocci C6 Pro Transforms Motorcycling

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:08:00 +0000

Having a widescreen rear-view camera display along with tire pressure monitoring, dashcam recording, route tracking, wireless Android Auto, Apple Car Play, additional trip readout, GPS compass and fast Android and iPhone app playback elevates motorcycle entertainment and safety when used...

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1,400-Mile Review: Rippl Apex Rides Motorcycle Shorts

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:31:00 +0000

I’m in the constant hunt to improve motorcycling comfort so when I finally came across a pair of underwear with memory foam specifically designed for motorcycle seats I decided to spring for a pair. But do they work? Let’s find...

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Review: Add Android Auto/Apple Car Play To Your Motorcycle

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:31:00 +0000

The days of going without Apple Car Play or Android Auto during motorcycle rides are over. I’ve been using an Ottocast Android Auto/Apple Car Play unit for more than a year now, so when the company reached out to me...

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Review: Enphase Is Fast, Rugged, Smart Home Charger

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 10:35:00 +0000

This week EV Rider is reviewing one of the fastest and most comprehensive home charging set-ups available from a brand that’s gained a strong reputation in the EV charging industry. Chances are you’ve run into an Enphase charger somewhere along...

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Cool Gadget Review: Newo Mini Air Pump

Bill Bortzfield — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:35:00 +0000

This week on EV Rider I’ve got a look at what’s gotta be the smallest, slickest tire pump I’ve ever used. Newo Mini Air Pump: Use code EVRIDER at checkout for 10% off When it comes to EV motoring, tires...

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