Interesting watch from Ali Abdaal on a 1,400 mile UK road trip in his Tesla Model 3, particularly on range and charging when well into Scotland.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iw425d9irZ4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iw425d9irZ4
[Technology] OK - so how many NSCers have an Electric car
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schmunk
Why oh why oh why?
- Aug 8, 2005
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I'm definitely keen to do it, but when I changed my car 18 months ago and did the price comparison I just couldn't justify it. At that time there was a massive gulf in cost.
Once the gap narrows (and also the range increases) I will definitely buy electric, hopefully that is in 2-3 years time when I change again.
Once the gap narrows (and also the range increases) I will definitely buy electric, hopefully that is in 2-3 years time when I change again.
Lenny Rider
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- Sep 15, 2010
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Getting an electric hearse and limousine in Feb.
That's exactly my thinking. Plus the way the advances in technology are accelerating, the price vs quality vs usability equation should have swung by a decent whack.
329 miles quoted range = 300 miles in reality = 200 miles when it's cold/rainy is exactly why I'm not buying yet. 350 miles pretty much guaranteed and I'm in.
dolphins
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Thanks Bozza - I'm considering getting a Model 3 so this was very interesting...
worthingseagull123
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- May 5, 2012
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Not yet.
Ranges and charge times are unacceptable and they are poor value for money.
Ranges and charge times are unacceptable and they are poor value for money.
Made my first Amex trip in the Model 3 today. Charged for 40 mins at Oxford services and will do the same on the way back. It’s 300 miles each way. No hassle at all.
beorhthelm
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if the chargers at Oxford services are busy, or out of use, whats plan B? is it easy to find others nearby?
Icy Gull
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For those of you who really care about the planet and have expressed interest but are carping at the price this may just be the car for you, if it comes to the UK 
Currently expected to be 6000 Euros
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/content/news/coming-soon-citroen-ami
Currently expected to be 6000 Euros
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/content/news/coming-soon-citroen-ami
Icy Gull
Back on the rollercoaster
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I knew this new fangled electric nonsense would have issues! 
Failing displays (which look like stick on giant ipads
) on 2012-2018 Tesla models
https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/...-model-s-x-touchscreens-bricked-failure-nhtsa
Failing displays (which look like stick on giant ipads
) on 2012-2018 Tesla modelshttps://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/...-model-s-x-touchscreens-bricked-failure-nhtsa
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Sorry just seen this. Yes, a lot of normal garages now have electrical charging points. It doesn’t have to be a Tesla supercharger but they are the quickest.
The display in the car tells you in advance how many charging bays are empty and would alert you if there were any issues. I haven’t had to queue at one yet.
Rinkmaster
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Got rid of my car when I qualified for my bus pass. Trips away are now quite nice as I can actually look at the scenery instead of worrying about what is on the road.
For those of you who really care about the planet and have expressed interest but are carping at the price this may just be the car for you, if it comes to the UK
Currently expected to be 6000 Euros
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/content/news/coming-soon-citroen-ami
These are cool. For cities. I already have something ridiculous for commuting short distances.
Neville's Breakfast
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Shouldn’t the poll options be numbers ?
Cesar Chavez
Active member
Nissan Leaf. Used for local trips and work commute when I go into the office. Free charging at work, plus free charging at local community centre. Also can power up at home, have solar panels to offset cost. Figured saving in petrol and lower maintenance costs would cover lease costs. Can also use high occupancy lane ‘solo’ so time savings as well.
