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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 03-28-2024, 07:56 PM
Replies: 966
Views: 72,463
Posted By ME_Andy
The EPA changed their method of fuel mileage...

The EPA changed their method of fuel mileage calculation since the time of the Metro. (2007)
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-26-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,510
Posted By ME_Andy
Seconding the comment above- there's a good...

Seconding the comment above- there's a good chance the 120V charger that came with the car also works on 240V (although it's not labeled). Works for my Bolt. Google it
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-03-2023, 05:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
I didn't see the "combiner" video but that's a...

I didn't see the "combiner" video but that's a cool idea, could save people some $$. Luckily I don't need it because my garage already has 240V.
Forum: EcoModding Central 07-02-2023, 11:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
Bought a $70 adapter so we can charge our Bolt at...

Bought a $70 adapter so we can charge our Bolt at 240V. I didn't realize until recently, you don't actually need a dedicated charger unit. Thanks aerostealth for the video on that. Here's the...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 06-03-2023, 12:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,219
Posted By ME_Andy
Batteries in some of the very first Model S are...

Batteries in some of the very first Model S are starting to fail. Google it.
Forum: Off-Topic Tech 06-01-2023, 10:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,067
Posted By ME_Andy
Xist will fix it for you.

Xist will fix it for you.
Forum: EcoModding Central 05-20-2023, 07:17 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
When I saw that the Silverado EV will get 450...

When I saw that the Silverado EV will get 450 miles of range, I put a reservation in. Wonder how many reservations they have already and how long it will take?
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 05-16-2023, 11:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 736
Posted By ME_Andy
Need recommendations: fun, electric 2-seater

I'm looking for suggestions for a fun electric vehicle. Basically it will be a short-range grocery getter and child delivery vehicle so it needs to be safe and compatible with a child seat.

Three...
Forum: Saving@Home 03-04-2023, 10:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,851
Posted By ME_Andy
Building raised garden beds to outlast me

Here's a pic of some raised garden beds I built that I'm kind of proud of. Not for the craftsmanship at all but because I think it's a good, practical idea. They're really simple to build and the...
Forum: The Lounge 02-18-2023, 10:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,766
Posted By ME_Andy
Amazing that you could do that on a phone.

Amazing that you could do that on a phone.
Forum: The Lounge 01-23-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1,466
Views: 100,484
Posted By ME_Andy
Maybe check your bank statements over the past...

Maybe check your bank statements over the past year or so and check if it would have been possible ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Forum: The Lounge 01-22-2023, 10:04 AM
Replies: 1,466
Views: 100,484
Posted By ME_Andy
New landlords in Austin are getting screwed right...

New landlords in Austin are getting screwed right now. In my neighborhood, a mortgage is about $3000/mo but houses are renting for $2100.

Anyway, I pretty much agree with everything redpoint has...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-12-2023, 11:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,576
Posted By ME_Andy
Me too!

Me too!
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 01-12-2023, 11:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,576
Posted By ME_Andy
I think they're all going to sell as many...

I think they're all going to sell as many electric trucks as they can produce so it doesn't matter too much. Supply limited, in other words.
Forum: The Lounge 01-03-2023, 02:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,210
Posted By ME_Andy
I believe a Cruze as well as a Honda Fit would...

I believe a Cruze as well as a Honda Fit would meet all of your requirements. It's rare but there are hatchback Cruzes.
Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 12-29-2022, 10:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,483
Posted By ME_Andy
How much of that is due to EVs becoming more...

How much of that is due to EVs becoming more common? Probably not much, yet. I think the USA is still only ~5% EV.
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-17-2022, 10:32 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
Thanks IZ! We took care of some of the basic...

Thanks IZ!

We took care of some of the basic things that will help us appreciate the vehicle for a long, long time, hopefully:

- Window tint (also helps with efficiency)
- Seat covers
-...
Forum: EcoModding Central 12-13-2022, 12:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
We bought a Bolt! It's a massive upgrade from the...

We bought a Bolt! It's a massive upgrade from the Leaf. Having 250 miles of range compared to 80 miles is a big deal for my wife, and we'll be using it for more roadtrips. Never could do that with...
Forum: DIY / How-to 11-10-2022, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,142
Posted By ME_Andy
I'm pretty sure it was for cost savings. Most...

I'm pretty sure it was for cost savings. Most people who care about carbon footprints probably aren't buying 12 quarts of oil :rolleyes:
Forum: EcoModding Central 11-06-2022, 03:05 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 129,323
Posted By ME_Andy
You've got the skills and the interesting...

You've got the skills and the interesting projects to probably become a full-time YouTuber, if you want to. I'll subscribe.

So, what's the drawback of a 70-mpg, 1400 hp vehicle? High emissions?...
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 10-30-2022, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,512
Posted By ME_Andy
Or you could buy a Bolt for, like, a third the...

Or you could buy a Bolt for, like, a third the price. ��*♂️
Forum: EcoModding Central 10-27-2022, 09:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,275
Posted By ME_Andy
I did the first oil change on my Cruze in 17...

I did the first oil change on my Cruze in 17 months. Not bad! The oil life monitor said I could have waited a few more months, but I'll err slightly on the side of caution.

My old standby oil,...
Forum: Hybrids 10-26-2022, 10:53 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 16,688
Posted By ME_Andy
Fuelly shows a couple gas Mavericks over 40 mpg. ...

Fuelly shows a couple gas Mavericks over 40 mpg.

https://www.fuelly.com/car/ford/maverick/2022?engineconfig_id=478&bodytype_id=&submodel_id=
Forum: Aerodynamics 09-21-2022, 11:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,645
Posted By ME_Andy
I saw some pics of the new 2023 Prius. Guess...

I saw some pics of the new 2023 Prius. Guess what, the silhouette looks shockingly similar to a Lucid.
Forum: Fossil Fuel Free 09-08-2022, 08:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,026
Posted By ME_Andy
The author of this excellent blog post agrees...

The author of this excellent blog post agrees with you. As do I.

https://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/05/02/car-strategies-to-cut-your-costs-in-four-or-more/
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