Thread: EV general discussion

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.

IMG_5168a.jpgThe 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 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
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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 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

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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
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 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.

Originally Posted by goingbush

Speaking of Fuel Cells, US Military can see the massive advantages of EV



GM Defense Shows Off New, Military-Spec Chevrolet Silverado ZH2 | Carscoops

"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".

Originally Posted by 4bee

"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".

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

"Foreign oil dependence a 'massive vulnerability' as defence experts call for EVs, green transport

" Link

Mind you Armchair experts are usually full of methane

Originally Posted by NavyDiver

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

"Foreign oil dependence a 'massive vulnerability' as defence experts call for EVs, green transport

" Link

Mind you Armchair experts are usually full of methane

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

Originally Posted by PhilipA

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.

Originally Posted by PhilipA

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

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.