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Old 05-20-2009, 07:05 PM   #80 (permalink)
Big Dave
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Some comments on the Aptera:
1. For me there will have to be a single-seat version. Otherwise it is just another vehicle with airline economy-class misery.
2. For nation-wide use it needs a powerful heater and AC.
3. For my purposes, I’d go with the IC version. I knock down 300 miles a day – too much for an electric - quite often.
4. If they ever sell the Aptera nationwide, we’ll find out quick enough how they handle in snow.
5. Despite the efforts of motorcycle rights groups, numerous states have helmet laws for motorcycles, including trikes.
6. It is a gorgeous vehicle.
No real show-stoppers. When the right one is available, I’m interested.
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