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EricMears

ASavvyBuyer said:

An article I spotted on the IAM website about an EV test drive.

There would seem to be one 'error' in the article whereby Barry seems to be implying that the IAM don't recognise the existence of automatic gearboxes.  I'm sure that's more a reflection of his personal views than a description of IAM policy.

His acronym that includes a "G" is probably based on the idea that at every 'change' the driver of an automatic car would have to decide whether or not to move the gear lever from 'D' to a lock down position.  I don't think many drivers (including IAM members) would do that every time.

JKenH

How new cars can prevent crashes

Not specific to battery cars but relevant in the context of recent discussion of Tesla FSD.

.....the European Commission has drawn up a list of advanced safety features it says must be fitted to all new cars by 2022. This edict will apply in the UK too, even after Brexit. The new mandatory features include six ADAS systems: automatic emergency braking, drowsiness detection, distraction recognition and prevention, intelligent speed assistance, lane-keeping assistance and a reversing camera or detection system. 

However, from 2021, a newautomated lane-keeping system (ALKS) may become legal. If it does, drivers will be able to send text messages or watch a video while the car drives itself in certain circumstances. 

https://www.whatcar.com/news/how-new-cars-can-prevent-crashes/n22156

JKenH

EricMears said:

ASavvyBuyer said:

An article I spotted on the IAM website about an EV test drive.

His acronym that includes a "G" is probably based on the idea that at every 'change' the driver of an automatic car would have to decide whether or not to move the gear lever from 'D' to a lock down position.  I don't think many drivers (including IAM members) would do that every time.

Hardly necessary with e-Pedal.

Martyn1981

Recently Tesla cut their price of the S to $69,420 in what seems to be a two finger salute to Lucid who will in two years time sell a base version of their car for $70k (after deducting the US tax credit). But what was mostly missed, and I think I mentioned briefly, was how much the price of the S has fallen over time. This article suggests about 50% when you take the improvements into account and compare like for like.
This isn't just a Tesla 'thing', the cost of BEV's is falling, it's just that they are a tad expensive, and of course new, so still a 'sticker shock' as the yanks might say. So good news for all.

The Tesla Model S Value Proposition Is Astounding

To fully appreciate how significant this value is, we need to go back in time to 2012, when the Model S first came onto the automotive scene. Back then, the base price for Tesla’s lowest cost vehicle, the Model S 60 kWh, was around $70,000 (not including possible tax credits). It was rear-wheel-drive, had an EPA-rated driving range of 208 miles, and had a 0–60 mph time of 5.9 seconds.

There were a few additional options that could be added for additional cost. The “Technology Package” for $4,500 was widely viewed as a “must have” option and included a broad bundle of functions,

Now let’s look at the current “base” Model S you can buy today for $69,420 (hehehe *giggle* *giggle*). It is all-wheel-drive, has an EPA-rated driving range of 402 miles (almost double the range of its 2012 predecessor), and has a 0-60 time of just 3.7 seconds (over 2 seconds quicker than its 2012 predecessor). It also has a much higher top speed of 155 mph (for those who care about such things). On a side note, it’s wild to think that 3.7 seconds from 0–60 mph is now considered the “slow” version of the Model S.

On top of these improved performance specs, the list of additional (extra cost) options that I listed for the 2012 Model S 60 (that in the aggregate tacked several thousand dollars onto the price) are now standard on today’s Model S. Also, the tech hardware and overall refinement (e.g., the seats) found in the current Model S are far better than its 2012 predecessor. The $70,000 Model S of today is waaaay better than the $70,000 Model S of 2012. 

On the performance-oriented end of things, back in 2013, a fully loaded Model S P85+ (which was rear-wheel-drive, had a range of 265 miles, and had a 0–60 mph of 4.2 seconds) cost just under $130,000 ($128,420 to be precise). Today’s “Ludicrous” Performance Model S destroys the 2013 P85+ in every metric, for almost $30,000 less. Even the current “non-performance” Model S will handily outperform the P85+, at almost half the price! Almost HALF!

ASavvyBuyer

Just received a link for this site.

EV Charging Onsite

All of the luxury cottages in our EV charging collection below have EV charging points onsite, so you can relax in the comfort of your cottage while your vehicle powers up for tomorrow's adventures. Please check the individual cottage for details of what type of charger they have, and whether it is complimentary or chargeable.

Coastalwatch

ASavvyBuyer said:

Just received a link for this site.

EV Charging Onsite

All of the luxury cottages in our EV charging collection below have EV charging points onsite, so you can relax in the comfort of your cottage while your vehicle powers up for tomorrow's adventures. Please check the individual cottage for details of what type of charger they have, and whether it is complimentary or chargeable.

Thanks ASB. It's very laudable and good to see charging points being installed in all sorts of places.
When staying at a B&B recently we simply charged through a granny cable overnight after negotiating a fee agreeable to both parties. Presumably that's also an option when hiring a cottage!

JKenH

Used Car of the Year Awards 2021: Electric cars

With demand for used cars on the rise, you’ll want to know which are the best buys. That’s where our annual Used Car Awards come in. These are our favourite electric cars...

https://www.whatcar.com/news/used-car-of-the-year-awards-2021-electric-cars/n22034

Martyn1981

I think this article highlights the problem of Gov support for PEV's and fleet buyers, as 14% PEV sales is decent, but 5% BEV's is comparatively poor. The poor charging infrastructure is also mentioned.

Portugal Has 14% Plugin Vehicle Market Share, Tesla Model 3 On Top

While the overall automotive market in Portugal still in the doldrums (-39% year over year/YoY), plugin vehicle registrations hit a record month in September, with 1,844 plugins being registered there. As a result, the plugin electric vehicle (PEV) share hit a record 14% last month (5% full electric vehicles), and the 2020 result is now at 11% (5% full electric vehicles).

JKenH

What Car? Real Range: which electric car can go farthest in the real world?

This article is a few months old but interesting nevertheless. 

https://www.whatcar.com/news/what-car-real-range-which-electric-car-can-go-farthest-in-the-real-world/n18159

EVandPV

JKenH said:

What Car? Real Range: which electric car can go farthest in the real world?

This article is a few months old but interesting nevertheless. 

https://www.whatcar.com/news/what-car-real-range-which-electric-car-can-go-farthest-in-the-real-world/n18159

Their 146 miles for the Zoe R110 is as a wee bit pesimistic. I get 160 from mine easily at 'normal' driving speeds and people are getting nearer 200 by taking easy.
And if they had used Octopus Go, the cost per mile would be nearer 1p for most of those cars.