When do you think you will buy a 100% pure electric vehicle?
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Not sure, but hoping mine is easy to steal.
Just tell me where to park it. I'll make sure the insurance is current
I made a small investment in Rivian because I figure even if the consumer trucks/suvs never take off I cannot imagine Amazon wanting to go back to not being involved in making their own electric delivery vehicles long term any more than I can imagine them wanting to outsource all of their automation robotics. I guess it's possible they completely scrap Rivian and start from scratch, but the idea of Amazon making its own EV trucks seems like a long term can't miss. Maybe I'm an idiot though, not exactly a commercial trucking expert.
In LA I've seen the Rivian trucks for about 1.5 years but the SUVs started showing up just a few weeks ago. With gas typically $5-$6.50 they really aren't "luxury" compared to many other full size gas hog SUV here.
It's funny what things you think you'll worry about, what things you think you'll love/hate, etc before buying a new type of vehicle.
- AutoPilot-This is not Full Self Driving ($15k) this is basically adaptive cruise with lane centering. It's ok, nothing real special compared to other systems I've used. It's more aggressive than my Kia's system, which is plus. My biggest disappointment with this is that it doesn't handle lane changes well. So if I need to go around someone to pass, I turn on my turn signal, lane centering stops, I go over to the passing lane, and lane centering doesn't turn back on unless I set it to turn on. The adaptive cruise continues, which is good. Keep in mind that this is true lane centering, not lane departure.
- One pedal driving-It didn't take long to get used to this and it's glorious. There are a lot of times where I won't use the break pedal once to stop in an hour of driving.
- I was worried about fit/finish. No issues at all. The front end is prone to bugs.
- Our model has the new cameras, which are very good. However, Tesla decided to get rid of the lasers, which makes parking guidance unreliable. Tesla says this will be cleared up in the future but I'm not sure how.
- I really like using Android Auto or Apple Carplay in other cars. Besides Waze, I really don't miss that option.
- Tons of storage since the battery runs flat on the bottom.
- I wish it had HUD. I do love the huge screen though and the UI makes a lot of sense once you get used to it.
- The power is crazy nuts. A family SUV that runs 12 second 1/4 mile times is mind blowing to me. No shifting just instant power that throws you back in your seat.
- Insurance is insane. I went from Geico to Progressive and it's somewhat reasonable again.
- Having a white Model Y is similar to owning a Silver Camry, they are everywhere.
- I like the minimalist interior but I would like 2 or 3 assignable buttons. I don't want to talk to the car to get the wipers turned on or have to hit the screen 3 times to find it. They are set to auto but sometimes they are not sensitive enough. They do make aftermarket buttons that will accomplish this.
- The customer service at the Urbandale service center has been as good or better than the service I received at Lexus, which I consider the best in the business. The good thing is that besides wheel rotations, I hope to not be visiting often.
- I installed a camera in my Kia but I like that the Tesla comes with one and it includes all cemras when recording.
I pulled the 50amp trailer wiring fuse when the issue was first talked about, don't have my old 6x12 anymore anyway so it hasn't been a big deal to me, other is the wiper blades getting stuck with snow build up (happens to a lot of vehicles though).
The funny part about that whole ordeal is there are a lot of vehicles that are really that easy to steal. Contractors here earlier this year has a brand new rental Ford F150 stolen from them overnight and all the thief needed was a pocket knife in the ignition.
It might be a great looking car, but it reminds me of an oversized station wagon. Would look better with some faux wood side panels.
Well if you're waiting for an F150 lightning the prices are falling and dealers have them on the lot. It's getting more tempting to me but I still think I'd rather have a hybrid still. Now if that EV Tacoma hits the market soon I'd have to look long and hard at that one.
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Ford cuts prices on its electric F-150 Lightning pickups by as much as $10,000
Ford said lower mineral costs and an expected production boost allowed it to cut the electric truck's prices.
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Got a rental last week for my rental car.
My answer was 10+ years or never and I am more convinced that will be the case and other forms of fuel will surpass electric vehicles eventually (i.e. hydrogen).
I guess if you own one as a commuter vehicle and charge it at work or at home - fine.
As a driver without a plethora of charging options - it was awful. If I was doing any sort of extensive driving - I would have spent too much time finding charging stations and charging the car when I needed to spend time doing business.
My answer was 10+ years or never and I am more convinced that will be the case and other forms of fuel will surpass electric vehicles eventually (i.e. hydrogen).
I guess if you own one as a commuter vehicle and charge it at work or at home - fine.
As a driver without a plethora of charging options - it was awful. If I was doing any sort of extensive driving - I would have spent too much time finding charging stations and charging the car when I needed to spend time doing business.
My wife's lease was up so we went to Honda (she keeps getting CRVs) this past weekend. Not just for pure electric, but for hybrids as well, they are way behind other car manufacturers. They have the Accord and CRV and that's it for hybrids. I'm not sure they even sell their fully electric car they used to have.
We lucked out that somebody had a red CRV Hybrid Touring they had ordered and backed out on 2 hours before we got there so snatched it up.
I'd love a PHEV for my vehicle as I drive more and it's the vehicle we take everywhere as a family. BUT, I've leased 3 straight Highlander Platinums so will be going with either the Highlander Hybrid or Grand Highlander Hybrid next spring. Not quite as good as PHEV but I've loved the Highlanders too much to move.
We lucked out that somebody had a red CRV Hybrid Touring they had ordered and backed out on 2 hours before we got there so snatched it up.
I'd love a PHEV for my vehicle as I drive more and it's the vehicle we take everywhere as a family. BUT, I've leased 3 straight Highlander Platinums so will be going with either the Highlander Hybrid or Grand Highlander Hybrid next spring. Not quite as good as PHEV but I've loved the Highlanders too much to move.
Well if you're waiting for an F150 lightning the prices are falling and dealers have them on the lot. It's getting more tempting to me but I still think I'd rather have a hybrid still. Now if that EV Tacoma hits the market soon I'd have to look long and hard at that one.
Ford cuts prices on its electric F-150 Lightning pickups by as much as $10,000
Ford said lower mineral costs and an expected production boost allowed it to cut the electric truck's prices.
I was all in here but I think I’m a few years the tech will be better and they’ll have solid state batteries with a lot more range.
Positive news for those worried about charging availability. The companies working together are GM, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes and Stellantis.
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New electric vehicle charging network being built by major automakers could lure more buyers to EVs
The announcement Wednesday that seven automakers will build a large North American electric vehicle charging network should pull people off the sidelines to at least consider switching from gas-powered vehicles.
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I bought a 2018 Honda Clarity PHEV. Awesome Car. 40+ miles range on Electric and 40+mpg on gas. Lots of back seat space and truck space (Way more then the Prius Prime). However they stopped making them in 2021. It really is a nice car. I think they discontinued the traditional Hybrid Insight as well.
They are making a fully electric Honda Prologue in 2024
Positive news for those worried about charging availability. The companies working together are GM, BMW, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes and Stellantis.
New electric vehicle charging network being built by major automakers could lure more buyers to EVs
The announcement Wednesday that seven automakers will build a large North American electric vehicle charging network should pull people off the sidelines to at least consider switching from gas-powered vehicles.
Any of our bright EE's out there want to develop a plug adapter, make $100B and donate heavily to the ISU AD?
Woof
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Tesla’s secret team to suppress thousands of driving range complaints
About a decade ago, Tesla rigged the dashboard readouts in its electric cars to provide “rosy” projections of how far owners can drive before needing to recharge, a source told Reuters.
There's a lot of things coming out about them from that big leak a few weeks ago. Many more deaths than ever reported, thousands more accidents, higher recall rate than all other car brands combined, etc.Woof
Tesla’s secret team to suppress thousands of driving range complaints
About a decade ago, Tesla rigged the dashboard readouts in its electric cars to provide “rosy” projections of how far owners can drive before needing to recharge, a source told Reuters.
As Ford loses billions on EVs, the company embraces hybrids
Ford's hybrid hype runs counter to recent messaging from the Detroit automakers, which have touted the performance and popularity of all-electric favorites.
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