Here in the U.K. motorway service stations all have charging points. That’s where most people need them to be.
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Gas stations don’t want people to spend time there. they want you to get gas and a drink and move so that the pump space can be freed up for the next customer. They depend on high volume, high speed customer traffic to make money. They don’t usually have any space to spare. Someone taking 15 minutes or more taking up a spot would slow down the turnover.
That's why I want a plug in hybrid, instead of full electric. In the US, there just isn't enough infrastructure yet5 to support electric vehicles. Imagine trying to schedule a road trip, and hoping that your info on charging stations is accurate.
You went with a ‘used’ model? Naturally curious why used v.s. new. You mentioned you ordered new originally. No pics yet? I personally wouldn’t purchase a used EV, but I’m also more particular over others.
Rav 4 Prime perhaps? Depending on the length of your drive/commute, you wouldn’t even have to use the combustion engine if you didn’t want to.
That can be a concern, but there are plenty of apps to assist you. They tell you which are working, in use and what type they are.
Most cars also have built in information about the local chargers as well.
Perhaps it is not a bad idea. The problem is that the business cannot do it at a loss of revenue; somebody has to pay for the electricity. For example, in the interior of Alaska where I live winters are extremely cold and long. All vehicles are winterized as follows: 400-watt block heater, and oil pan heater (a 45 to 65-watt electric pad), and a battery heater (an electric blanket, or pad, or even a trickle charger). The employer provides electrical outlets for the employees to plug their vehicles during work hours. In this case the cost of electricity for the employees is deducted from their wages. Some of the government employees pay for $200.00 to $500.00 per year for parking. The parking fees are collected regardless if you are working or absent from work.
I have always been a Ford Explorer guy. They have a plug in hybrid I will be looking at next year. I work from home and rarely drive more than 10 miles a day, if that. And the Ford has a 15 mile electric only range. If I plug it in every night, I will rarely use the gas. Theoretically.
I am also a devoted Ford fan. (Loads of ownership of Mustangs, SHO’s/Ecoboosts, ect.) I also have the Ford Lightning on pre-order.
Anyways, since you have basically a nonexistent commute, I can see why a shorter range would be ideal, however; just make sure that you do use/burn the fuel in the vehicle. Some people like yourself, they may never have to put fuel in the vehicle, fuel has a tendency to deteriorate or breakdown if it’s old enough, causing problems. Just something to think about.
Yep. I do occasionally take longer trips, maybe once or twice a month. I estimate I can burn from a 250 mile range gas tank every three months. Filling up once evey three months sounds good to me.
Yeah, then you wouldn’t have any issue with fuel-burning. But you’re like in the perfect scenario, where you’re not really affected by the fuel prices, (because you don’t really drive anywhere), and yet you’ll save money, because your commute is so short, you won’t really be spending any money on fuel either way. So it’s a win-win. I’d go with the plan you have in place.
He said a better spec, colour and 7 grand cheaper. Sounds like a good deal especially with a warranty.
Got it. I didn’t see where they said those details or I just missed it. Thanks for the info.
That's what sucks about EVs - pre-order. You can't just go on a lot and pick one. I'm thinking next summer, so I have to see what leads times are and pre-order accordingly.
It was. The downgrading of new cars because of chip shortages was a deciding factor. It’s only done 6k miles. So the previous owner has taken the biggest depreciation hit. The fact that it’s a nicer colour and better spec than the one I ordered was nice as well.
I really am. The acceleration is so quick compared to what I’m used to. Because it’s a light car it pulls away very quick for an EV.Great stuff, you must be chuffed. I can’t wait to see it
But the driving is so easy. The only issue I have is when I pull away from a stop, my left had reaches down to pull the gear lever back to second. But I’ve driven manual for 30+ years, so will take some getting used to.
I’ll do some nice images soon, but here’s a couple for now.
that is a nice color combo. I never really liked the window line but that works well with it.
The window line makes sense if you sit in the back, but I suspect the back seats will get very little use. My Golf never saw much back seat action! 😱
Wow. Looks really nice. Two tone is very sporty.
That thing will definitely not fit in the small storage locker behind you!
Looks really nice mate, never seen a red and black combo before. Can’t beat German design when it comes to cars
. Will be cool to see the interior when you do some more pics.It’s crazy. Everything is made to order with EV’s. I found one at a dealership new, but totally random. With the way the economy is and lagging manufacturing, it just doesn’t have any signs of settling.
However, I do think that the ‘new order’ of buying vehicles will no longer be on lots, it will be made to order, which we’re already seen that happen right now with major dealerships, which in turn, it’s saving these dealerships money by not needing as many employees, and it’s proving to be more efficient for the consumer. The only vehicles you’ll see on lots I suspect in the future, will be ‘tester’ vehicles.