Let’s be honest: for a long time, if you wanted a serious electric vehicle in Omaha, you really only had one option.
You know, the one named after the inventor of the AC motor. The one you have seen silently zipping down Dodge Street or parked in rows at the Hy-Vee charging stations.
But 2025 changed everything. The secret is out, and it’s wearing a bowtie.
While the headlines were busy obsessing over Elon’s latest tweet, a quiet revolution was happening right here in the Midwest.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV didn’t just show up; it kicked down the door.
In 2025, the Equinox EV skyrocketed to become the best-selling electric vehicle in America that isn’t a Tesla, racking up nearly 58,000 sales and proving that you don’t need a spaceship to go electric—you just need a great car.
Here is why drivers in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa are saying “Tesla Shmesla” and making the switch to the Chevy Equinox EV.
Table of Contents
1. The “Service Center Anxiety” Cure
Here is a scenario that keeps Tesla owners up at night:
It’s January. It’s -10°F. Your heat pump is acting up.
If you drive a Tesla, your service options in our neck of the woods are… complicated.
You might be trekking to the single service center in Lincoln or crossing the river to Council Bluffs, hoping they have an appointment open before the spring thaw.
When you buy an Equinox EV from H+H Chevrolet, you know exactly where to go. We are right here.
You aren’t just buying a battery on wheels; you are buying into a network that has served Nebraska and Iowa for almost a century.
You have a question? You call us at H+H Chevrolet.
You need a tire rotation or a check-up? You bring it to the people you know.
That peace of mind is worth more than any “Full Self-Driving” promise.
2. Built for I-80, Not Just Silicon Valley
California winters are cute. They have rain.
We have “wintry mix,” black ice, and wind gusts on I-80 that can push a semi-truck into the next lane.
The Equinox EV was clearly engineered with the real world in mind.
- Cold Weather Comfort:
We’re talking available heated seats, a heated steering wheel, and—crucially—remote start and cabin pre-conditioning.
You can warm up your Equinox EV while it’s still plugged in to your garage, saving your battery range for the road.
- eAWD Capability:
The available eAWD system provides confident traction whether you’re navigating unplowed side streets in Papillion or merging onto a snowy I-29.
- Range You Can Trust:
Designated with an EPA-estimated range of up to 319 miles on FWD models.
In independent testing by Edmunds, it actually beat that estimate, traveling 356 miles on a single charge—significantly further than the Tesla Model Y Long Range in the same test.
Rest assured, you can easily handle the Omaha-to-Lincoln commute or a weekend trip to Des Moines without sweating the battery gauge.
3. The Price Tag: Nebraska Sense vs. Hype
In the Midwest, we appreciate value. We don’t mind paying for quality, but we hate overpaying for a logo.
The 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range starts north of $40,000.
The 2025 Equinox EV? It starts at $35,000.
Chevrolet delivered on the promise of an affordable, long-range EV. The Equinox EV’s base price remains one of the most competitive in the market.
It offers the tech, the space, and the range of a luxury EV without the luxury markup.
4. It’s Just a Great SUV
The problem with some EVs is that they try too hard to be “futuristic.”
They hide the gear shifter in a touchscreen, remove the instrument cluster from behind the steering wheel, and bury simple climate controls in deep digital menus.
The Equinox EV is different. It’s a fantastic SUV first and an electric vehicle second.
It keeps the physical controls where you need them, so you can keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.
It also has a spacious cargo area for your Costco run or hauling sports gear to the complex.
And its sharp style turns heads in Dundee while it is rugged enough for life on a gravel road.
The Verdict?
In 2025, thousands of drivers voted with their wallets, and the results are in.
You don’t have to follow the herd to the nearest Supercharger anymore.
The Chevy Equinox EV is the new champion for the rest of us.
It’s reliable, it’s affordable, and it’s backed by the team right here at H+H Chevrolet.
Ready to see what the hype is about?
Stop by H+H Chevrolet today.
Let’s get you behind the wheel and show you why the future of driving looks a lot like the SUV you already know and love—only better.
Disclaimer: Sales rankings based on 2025 US auto sales data. Range estimates based on full charge and subject to weather, terrain, and driving technique. See dealer for current pricing and incentive details.
References:
- Equinox EV Sales – kbb.com
- Edmunds Range Testing – edmunds.com
