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I got Nothing as usual except the road user charges [biggrin][biggrin][biggrin]
What states and territories are doing to help Australians buy electric cars
Always missing the party [biggrin][biggrin]
What states and territories are doing to help Australians buy electric cars - ABC News
On Saturday, we had a demonstration and test of a "Swincar" at my place. This was to test the suitability of the vehicle for use in electromagnetic surveys.
The vehicle is aimed at a similar market to quadbikes, hence the tank mounted at the back, for weed control etc. Unlike a quadbike, it does not require a helmet, and does feature safety harness. During the demonstration the agent inadvertently demonstrated that it is possible to roll it, albeit without injury or damage - as with any vehicle, if you drive it like an idiot, you can crash it.
Attachment 177712The driver in this picture is the 13yo son of a colleague of mine.
See Electric off road vehicle for leisure activities - Swincar
My 21st Marathon, Marathons are exactly 42.2km not a metre longer or shorter. Great Ocean Road one is 45km so it is NOT counted [biggrin] 1st half of the Marathon was good. Second was honestly a bit tough. I wanted to stop but I am a stubborn bugger. 13 people tried and failed. I have yet to give up[biggrin]
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Pleased for two reasons. Wangaratta via Whorouly South was a 600km round trip. It cost $18ish to fast charge in Euroa. That showed me a phone service can be a PITA[biggrin] VODAfone NO Bloody coverage made starting the charge a few seconds longer. Called the Chargefox who started it for me. Took all of a minute[biggrin]
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I just looked at the invoices. I lied "Usage Amount incl GST Charging for 43mins, 14.99kWh @ $0.40/kWh $6.00" on the way back as I charged for free at the Painters Island Caravan park where I rolled out a swag at a powered site[biggrin]
Day before "Charging for 54mins, 30.25kWh @ $0.40/kWh $12.10"
I thought the RACV 10kwh Solar PV at Euroa RACV Chargefox charges was interesting. It is DC only for Fast charging. The time I was there saw 6 others charging. A Lexus plug in hybrid ( Brand New Lexus Dealer from Wodonga) Three Nissan Leafs, A Tesla 3 and another MG. First MGev other than mine I have seen
The Diesel price was spicy. Noting oil prices have backed off over 30% last week which should bring fuel prices down this week??
On another front the MG is now over 16000km old. First service due at 20,000 or April. I think April will get it first.
An Oil leak on my Disco needs a look. Who wants a bet on which costs me more[biggrin] Just kidding I do not bet.
Noticed there is also Fast Chargers in Shepperton and Wodonga. Not suggesting two hours drives is the prefect driving distance between charging.
Quote:
Originally Posted by goingbush
"Hey Sarge, all very nice but there ain't no room to put me clobber, wossat it comes with a trailer?
Yer puttin' me on".[bigrolf]
Australian Army is highlighting OIL as a huge security risk for us. I dont mind thinking an Hydrogen/Electric tank, trucks and kit like that just might be on a drawing board already[biggrin]Quote:
Originally Posted by 4bee
"Foreign oil dependence a 'massive vulnerability' as defence experts call for EVs, green transport
" Link
Mind you Armchair experts are usually full of methane[bigrolf]
Quote:
Originally Posted by NavyDiver
But but but, methane is a byproduct of crap. Ah, I see where you are coming from>
Bloke at Probus was telling me today that his trip to the Snowy mountains cost only $48 in his Model 3 Long Range.
I said yes but your car the size of a Mazda 3 cost $90K.
Regards PhilipA
And how much did he spend on food and coffee waiting for the car to charge.Quote:
Originally Posted by PhilipA
Quote:
Originally Posted by PhilipA
That is the dilemma people are having to face but it does seem to be overlooked in many conversations. $90k does still buy a lot of fuel even into the future.
Assuming that was a return journey from Canberra>>>>>>>> <<<<<<<<<Snowies.
Me-I am cruel. I stopped I Euroa for a few bits not spending at the Service centre where the chargers are well out of town. Local bakery and coffee shop benefited from my two stops [biggrin] I like local businesses myself. All the petrol and diesel types seem to be adding to the McDonalds and three other food places I skipped.Quote:
Originally Posted by 101RRS
RE the Snow. There is multiple Charge points at Mount Hotham, Mansfield and Mount Bulla and Fast chargers at Falls Creek which would easily make even my short assed range a option. A long range version might not be required?
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No snow chains for mine yet. I might try it for some fun in the snow with out the I.C.E. [biggrin]
NSW is free fast chargers via NRMA charging points. Lucky buggers. I don't mind the price myself. It will have to go up when every one gets a EV of course. Its clear the fast charging points are getting more and more use every time I visit Ballarat and this weekends trip.
It would be a fair to point out there is 20 + petrol or diesel browsers and just 4 Ev Charge points at the places in Euroa. Add the 30 minutes to an hour at the EV charge points means a log jam is likely as more Evs hit the road.
Had a quick look at the new BYD. its about 50K from EVDirect.com.au | BYD Atto 3 - Electric Cars
480km range maybe. 7 year warranty. and a guitar on both doors :) Crazy?
The battery tech is possibly a step up. I am still waiting for a Disco replacement- Such is life
