[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'I')t's worthwhile taking a breather at this point and accepting the fact that while the EV mania has ended and the concept is dead, the hangover from it will last many years.

[theluckycountry]

Yes I know Adam, you're not happy, but there nothing I can say to help you.
But here, this young fangirl has some lies to make you feel better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT9tR6W9nWs

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'Y')es I know Adam, you're not happy, but there nothing I can say to help you.

[mousepad]

I wish the environmental idiots would realize that traffic is a major source of pollution and try to reduce traffic as an environmental goal. But instead, they promote ev as cheap transport.

Why are politicians so dumb? Why are PEOPLE so dumb as to vote for dumb politicians? It's all very puzzling to me.

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mousepad', 'I') wish the environmental idiots would realize that traffic is a major source of pollution and try to reduce traffic as an environmental goal. But instead, they promote ev as cheap transport.

[theluckycountry]

Heads should roll over the electric car fiasco
Policymakers have wasted billions chasing a net zero pipe dream. It is time they were held accountable

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('', '2')7 July 2024
Profits at the German auto giant Mercedes plunged on Friday as sales of its slick new range of electric vehicles (EVs) went into freefall. Porsche abandoned its sales targets for battery-powered cars amid waning demand from customers. Ford is losing nearly $50,000 (£39,000) on every EV it sells, while Tesla’s profits dropped 45pc. Meanwhile, battery manufacturers such as Germany’s Varta are getting wiped out.

Over the last few days, it has become clear that the EV industry is on the brink of collapse. Hundreds of billions of euros, dollars and pounds have been pumped into this industry by political leaders and the subsidy junkies that surround them – and it is surely time they were held to account for the vast quantities of taxpayer cash that has been wasted.

In the last few days alone, there has been a steady stream of bad news from auto manufacturers. Mercedes, the company founded by Gottlieb Daimler that pioneered petrol driven cars, is struggling to replicate that success in the battery version. Group net profits were down 21pc on Friday, mostly on falling sales of its new range of EVs. Earlier in the week, its great rival Porsche watered down plans for its electric models.

Across the Atlantic, Ford reported that profits were down by 35pc in the latest quarter amid losses in its EV unit. And Tesla slashed prices and offered generous financing deals to try and revive flagging demand.
Tesla's global sales go into reverse
Lion’s share of EVs are made in China

[theluckycountry]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mousepad', 'W')hy are politicians so dumb? Why are PEOPLE so dumb as to vote for dumb politicians? It's all very puzzling to me.

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', '
')We have known for 20 years and more that Chinese is crap but no one calls it out, they probably don't want to be labeled "racist."

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', '
')The politicians aren't really dumb, just look at how much Elon Musk is contributing to Trump. He's bought and paid for, always was. If, IF he gets in his promises about dropping all the government funding will be ignored. They just tell the Adam's of this world what they want to believe and then the Adam's rush out on polling day and vote for them. The fox in the henhouse

[mousepad]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('AdamB', '
')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mousepad', '
')Why are politicians so dumb?

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mousepad', '')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('AdamB', '
')$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('mousepad', '
')Why are politicians so dumb?

[mousepad]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('AdamB', '
')So...it IS the voters fault then, as to why we have dumb, or not dumb, politicians who can't deliver results for their constituents. I agree.

[theluckycountry]

There ya go Adam, someone finally likes you. And all you had to do was suck-up their ars* for a few posts

Perhaps we can get back on topic now.


US EV Charging Company Acts to Curb ‘Charging Hogs’

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('', 'A')ugust 16, 2024

A U.S. electric vehicle charging company is developing new technology to deal with EV ‘charging hogs’ who let their electric cars linger at public chargers. Two of the many issues that dampen the electric vehicle charging experience are long lines and extended wait times. In many cases, these wait times are caused by drivers who linger at public EV chargers to let their EVs charge to 100%.

Unlike fossil fuel-powered cars, which can receive a full tank of gas with no issue (in a minute or two), electric car batteries function optimally at 20–80%. “Filling up” your EV regularly (charging up to 100%) can speed up the battery’s rate of degradation and reduce its lifespan. Consequently, charging to 80% kills two birds with one stone by aiding in the preservation of EV batteries and improving overall charging experiences for all drivers. (positive spin on bad news story)

Electrify America is now experimenting with a novel solution that would cut off such drivers once their EVs are fully charged. One of the largest EV-charging companies in the country, Electrify America has built a network of public chargers to serve the nation’s growing electric vehicle fleet. As a result, the charging company serves thousands of EV drivers across the country and is in a unique position to deal with charging hogs.

The company has instituted a limit that automatically cuts off EV charging once the vehicle is 85% charged and instructs the driver to unplug their car or pay an idle time fee of 40 cents per minute for using the spot. This will ensure that drivers who typically linger at chargers leave once their EVs are optimally charged and keep lines moving faster. Tesla vehicles also have a similar feature that limits charging to 80% when they plug into a Supercharger station with many users to limit congestion.

But while Tesla drivers can use a vehicle control to override the charging limit, Electrify America’s limit cannot be avoided, and every driver who uses an Electrify America station will be limited to 80%. The move could go a long way toward improving charging experiences for America’s growing community of EV drivers.

[theluckycountry]

Mercedes-Benz’s reputation tarnished by overly defensive response to electric vehicle fire

Yes another EV fire in an underground carpark. More than 40 vehicles completely destroyed and hundreds of others badly damaged.

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('', 'A') joint investigation is underway Aug. 8 to determine the cause of a fire involving a Mercedes-Benz EQE electric sedan in the underground parking lot of an apartment complex in Incheon. Officers from the police, fire department and the German luxury carmaker have gathered to investigate the vehicle fire.

Mercedes-Benz Korea is fast losing its reputation and trust among Korean customers due to the company’s “overly defensive” response to a disastrous fire caused by its EQE electric vehicle, industry insiders say. The incident, which broke out in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Incheon earlier this month, caused widespread damage. More than 40 vehicles were completely destroyed in the fire, while hundreds of other cars were also badly damaged.

The incident has sparked growing public concern about electric vehicles. The German luxury carmaker has faced criticism for failing to announce any countermeasures in response to the latest disaster. While the company has decided to donate 4.5 billion won ($3.28 million) to affected residents, it has not issued an official public apology.

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'T')here ya go Adam, someone finally likes you.

[theluckycountry]

Oh I like this one

Tesla Owners Are Putting Wet Towels On Supercharger Handles To Get Higher Charging Speeds



By: Iulian Dnistran

The trick is reportedly most useful on older, V2 Supercharger stalls, but it can also come in handy on the newer V3 units
https://insideevs.com/news/718718/tesla ... ing-speed/

EVidiots finding workarounds to get a decent charge rate. How stupid does a person have to be to put up with all this crap when you can just drive into a Gas station and drive off 5 minutes later with a WEEKS worth of power onboard. They really bought into the "Green New Deal", and the Deal was, you buy one of these at twice the price of a normal car, then bend-over and take it up the tailpipe for 8 years.

It's only going to get worse for them too, this is the tip of the iceberg. Charging rates will go up to cover all the vandalism. And when was the last time you saw a gas pump vandalized? Never probably, but these EV chargers get their cords cut off all the time for the copper content. I'm surprised they don't make you bring your own! I think the worst aspect will be that when the manufacturers close their doors you'll be stuck with no parts, no maintenance facilities.

A fool and their money are soon parted.

China’s Abandoned, Obsolete Electric Cars Are Piling Up in Cities

[theluckycountry]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'I') think the worst aspect will be that when the manufacturers close their doors you'll be stuck with no parts, no maintenance facilities.

[theluckycountry]

Keep your eyes open Adam, I know you can only afford to buy cheap EV's but I'm sure you'll be able to add one of these to your stable of junkers in the months ahead. You can just leave it out on the lawn, impress all your RedNeck neighbors

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'O')h I like this one

Tesla Owners Are Putting Wet Towels On Supercharger Handles To Get Higher Charging Speeds

[AdamB]

$this->bbcode_second_pass_quote('theluckycountry', 'K')eep your eyes open Adam, I know you can only afford to buy cheap EV's......