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Old 01-08-2008, 04:06 PM   #22 (permalink)
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Good question, many answers...

My take:

1) If it were just for pure commuting to work and back:
  • 2-seater with the cargo capacity of 2 large suitcases
  • 60 mph consistent speed ability
  • 150-200 mile range with 7-day cold soak in 15-degree F weather between charges
  • $5000 (If it's going to replace a vehicle with no car payments, then yak know).

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I'd be similar on the assumption that it would only be for commuting :
  • 2-seater with the cargo capacity of 1 large suitcase and the ability to quick-remove the passenger seat (more cargo!) for solo commuting.
  • 65 mph consistent speed ability
  • 100 mile range with the ability to plug into standard-issue 120 volt AC plug for overnight charging.
  • $10-$15K. I might be willing to go up to $20K if there were incentives to mitigate this cost.
  • 3 Wheels is OK (2 front, 1 back).
  • "Compact Car" level of insurance payment.

Sooooooooooo, a cheap EV Aptera would be Ok by me.

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