Eventually, there will be EV charging all over the place. Like gas stations, we’ll get to the point where every small town along most highways gives you a few options to choose from. When that time comes, it will make sense to put up signs pointing people to the charging … [continued]
I came across an interesting post the other day on social media that (mostly) checks out. As Chinese EVs get cheaper and cheaper, U.S. manufacturers are starting to freak out. BYD in China just dropped this ad saying "Electric Cheaper Than Gasoline".This BYD car starts at $11,100 USD and they … [continued]
One of the big reasons to get away from the city is to see the magic of the night sky in all of its glory. Away from the bright lights, you can see things like the Milky Way, the zodiacal glow, and even a cool spot in the sky called … [continued]
There’s a country song from the 90s that makes it pretty clear that there’s no such thing as “too much fun.” Too much fun is sort of like having a significant other that’s too attractive, or having too much money. Or, it’s like having a car that’s too fast. There … [continued]
To many readers, what I’m about to get into might sound bizarre. After all, EVs often copy (at least in part) things that Tesla pioneered. So, why would anyone want an EV with an unnecessary start/stop button? But, for me, it’s not that simple. I’ve driven some Teslas, but I’ve … [continued]
A recent article at Heatmap explains a simple way grid operators are coping with the increased loads and inputs they face today. With more and more appliances and vehicles going electric, more power is needed. At the same time, record growth in renewable energy projects using wind and solar help … [continued]
Some recent check-ins at an EV charging station in Roswell, New Mexico, reveal a big problem: copper theft. This is something I’ve covered before, but it’s the first time I’ve seen anything like this at a DC fast charging (Level 3) station. Sadly, this is a story happening all over … [continued]
I recently came across a post from a friend who likes to go out and check on charging station progress in New Mexico. This time, he was sharing images from a new station in Truchas, New Mexico. Sadly, what we’re seeing here echoes a problem that was put on display … [continued]
There are two big things that draw people to e-bikes: price and ease. An e-bike gives you some of the benefits of a car, like showing up to work without being sweaty, without anywhere near the cost of a car. While a great commuter bike goes for $2000+, that’s basically … [continued]
Recently, Electrify America told us all in a press release that the company has put in new power modules at many stations to improve reliability. This makes a lot of sense, because there were many signs that power modules were the culprit. Everything from popping sounds to damaged vehicles (extremely … [continued]
