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Old 05-31-2010, 11:13 PM   #82 (permalink)
TheSGC
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I have received my updated controller, installed the front suspension and been testing out my EV over the past week.

Today I drove 17.1 miles, mostly 35-50 MPH and I was impressed! With all these ruddy MA hills, my 96 volt EV did quite well. Tomorrow I will hopefully start full time commuting, unless it is torrential rain. I don't really feel like doing a first EV commute run in the pouring rain, but I am itching to drive!

According to US Battery, my batteries should reach full potential after 50-75 cycles, so nearly two months of driving. My estimated range should be about 30+ miles, but I won't be sure for over a month. I don't have plans to drive farther than 17 miles one way, but you never know.
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