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Old 01-07-2013, 04:35 PM   #19 (permalink)
EG-NRG
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Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Europe
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Earth - '01 Ford Mondeo
90 day: 32.91 mpg (US)
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Originally Posted by VeeDaub View Post
I get pretty bad mileage as the car never heats up
1) Under bonnet insulation
2) Plastic engine cover (surprisingly effective)
3) Grill block
4) Block heater
5) Front belly pan
6) Overnight space blanket?


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My car constantly gets broken due to the safety of my area
Maybe spend your money improving car security? Even if you're not zoned, you may be able to rent a space from a neighbour. Insurance is a rip off. Lower your claim risk factors if possible.


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EV insurance costs
I don't know the Canadian data, but based on reported averages in the UK it's been suggested that it's around 20% more to insure an EV than the equivalent ICE driven car - but this may be BS.
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