Re: [EVDL] Easy EV Comparison - The Enemy is Us?

2015-06-07 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Got it. On emissions, in California it's tailpipe that's important, so from that standpoint, Tesla is still far superior. If you want to go behind that, it gets murkier (particularly if you want to use lead acid batteries). Sent from my iPhone On Jun 7, 2015, at 12:33 PM, Ben Goren via EV

Re: [EVDL] Tesla M-T ???

2015-06-04 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
What EV is better than a Tesla? One person I know that has a Tesla has owned cars of all types, many of them luxury ones. He says that his Tesla is the best car he has *ever* owned. So what do you think is better? Sent from my iPhone On Jun 3, 2015, at 2:41 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: WA Loves Electric Cars, But Gets Very Few

2015-05-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Are there any additional policies you have in mind to help level the playing field? Sent from my iPhone On May 6, 2015, at 10:17 AM, Ben Goren b...@trumpetpower.com wrote: On May 6, 2015, at 9:13 AM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Presumably more choices will mean more

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: WA Loves Electric Cars, But Gets Very Few

2015-05-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
...@trumpetpower.com wrote: On May 6, 2015, at 10:27 AM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Are there any additional policies you have in mind to help level the playing field? It's not something I've given much thought to...and, honestly? Anything I'd suggest would be politically

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: WA Loves Electric Cars, But Gets Very Few

2015-05-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
6, 2015 1:09 PM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Presumably more choices will mean more cars. One size never fits all. My guess is that most ZEV owners (and many ICE owners) have a 2nd vehicle that is not a ZEV unless their lifestyle, tastes and habits match their ZEV

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: WA Loves Electric Cars, But Gets Very Few

2015-05-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
or not for this market. There are plenty of EVs for sale in Wash. and I certainly want to see their sales increase. Ideally speaking, I'd rather see real cars rather than compliance cars. Just an emotional response. Peri -- Original Message -- From: Mark Abramowitz via EV ev

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: WA Loves Electric Cars, But Gets Very Few

2015-05-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I don't get this. Why on earth would anyone want any less ZEVs out there, no matter why they are there? We need as many ZEVs out there as we can get, as quickly as possible. Sent from my iPhone On May 6, 2015, at 6:40 AM, Peri Hartman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I was wondering

Re: [EVDL] virtual power plant

2015-05-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On May 5, 2015, at 7:50 AM, len moskowitz lenmoskow...@optonline.net wrote: Mark wrote: Did they both offer similar warranties? SunPower offers a better loss-of-efficiency-over-time warranty. Len Moskowitz Thank you. SC folks claim they have the best warranty in the space, but

Re: [EVDL] virtual power plant

2015-05-04 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On May 4, 2015, at 5:25 PM, len moskowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: They both came in at $4/watt installed, with SunPower offering a higher capacity system for our limited roof size. That was the main difference between them. Did they both offer similar warranties?

Re: [EVDL] virtual power plant

2015-05-04 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On May 4, 2015, at 4:48 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I don't think that's a valid assumption in this case. Tesla is including a ten-year warranty, meaning they're going to have to typically be nearly as good after 9 years and 364 days as they are new (presumably within some

Re: [EVDL] its your car, not theirs

2015-04-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Apr 29, 2015, at 5:56 PM, Ben Goren b...@trumpetpower.com wrote: On Apr 28, 2015, at 11:55 AM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On Apr 28, 2015, at 11:43 AM, Tom Martin via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: The state in turn sent you a 'Certificate' of title. The auto you

Re: [EVDL] its your car, not theirs

2015-04-28 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Apr 28, 2015, at 11:43 AM, Tom Martin via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: The state in turn sent you a 'Certificate' of title. The auto you bought and paid for is the property of the state. Huh? The Certificate of Title establishes *you* as owner of the car. Not the state.

Re: [EVDL] Toyota FCV runs on Musk's bull$$it

2015-04-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
is converting the methane to hydrogen and using it in a fuel cell. It seems like the hydrogen conversion is still likely to create CO2. How does the hydrogen cycle reduce air pollution from using methane? Mike On April 23, 2015 7:28:17 PM MDT, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org

Re: [EVDL] Tell Toyota what you think of their Fool cell vehicle

2015-04-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Sent from my iPhone On Apr 24, 2015, at 9:01 AM, Lawrence Rhodes via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: It will always be twice as expensive in fuel to run a fuel cell vehicle. This statement puzzled me. What about future pricing of fuel for a BEV would cause the price to rise so much? Or do you

Re: [EVDL] Toyota FCV runs on Musk's bull$$it

2015-04-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
to hydrogen) you can't assume that hydrogen will all be created from methane. It just won't, and the percentages are dropping and will continue to do so. Mike On April 24, 2015 12:35:18 AM MDT, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Sure, that question has merit. I only answered

Re: [EVDL] Toyota FCV runs on Musk's bull$$it

2015-04-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
That's hilarious! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 23, 2015, at 3:19 PM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: You should also watch Toyota’s new video which says the car can run on Elon Musk’s “bull$$it ”comments and show how they can take cow manure, and process it to hydrogen.. all

Re: [EVDL] Toyota FCV runs on Musk's bull$$it

2015-04-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Apr 23, 2015, at 3:57 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Um...why not just use that methane as is? I mean, we already do -- every vehicle with a CNG or LNG sticker on it is burning methane. To reduce air pollution. That's why CARB adopted the ZEV mandate.

Re: [EVDL] SDCs

2015-04-07 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Apr 7, 2015, at 7:17 AM, Electric Blue auto convertions via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I dont care what gas cost, never hugged a tree nor will. I have NO political affiliation, will not condemn any politician, nor point a finger, cus, thers always 3 pointing back You just hate

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: $199mo 2Yr Honda Fit EV Lease, nil-improvements, few2get r:82mi

2015-03-26 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Talk about cynical! Sent from my iPhone On Mar 26, 2015, at 4:18 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Milking the same-o 1100 lease-only compliance-car EVs as long as possible for ice-sales-credits ___ UNSUBSCRIBE:

Re: [EVDL] EV postal

2015-03-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
What you expect them to do with your data? You have a lot of expertise on EVs, but there's a lot more to getting an agency to try something than that, particularly one like the USPS. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 23, 2015, at 7:54 AM, Electric Blue auto convertions via EV ev@lists.evdl.org

Re: [EVDL] Will replacement USPS mail-trucks be Electric?

2015-03-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Mar 21, 2015, at 11:37 PM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Lawrence Rhodes via EVev@lists.evdl.org wrote: This is a report about the program. The average daily use was 10 miles perfect for Lead EV's charged every day. Mark Abramowitz via EV wrote: This seems to confirm

Re: [EVDL] [SPAM?] EVLN: Will replacement USPS mail-trucks beElectric?

2015-03-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On Mar 21, 2015, at 11:55 AM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Mark Abramowitz via EV wrote: According to a presentation that I saw UPS give about a week ago, they have a number of EVs out there, though they have had some issues

Re: [EVDL] Battery Swap - the stupid idea that wont die...

2015-03-17 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I think perspective will change as batteries begin needing replacement. I also think that there are a number of different possible business models for how a swap might work, including some that we haven't thought of yet. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 17, 2015, at 7:05 PM, Ben Goren via EV

Re: [EVDL] Please edit TO lists - use only the list

2015-03-14 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Mar 14, 2015, at 3:54 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Exactly. This is the by-product of the software changes that had to be made almost a year ago. The whole sad story is here : It clear as mud to me from the link why this list has these problems. I belong to

Re: [EVDL] Please edit TO lists - use only the list

2015-03-14 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Mar 14, 2015, at 3:54 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: But don't get me started on what the net was like around 1996-2000. I could go on for furlongs. :-( And I thought that those years was when it began deteriorating...

Re: [EVDL] Battery Swap - the stupid idea that wont die...

2015-03-14 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Market cap, particularly in the case of Tesla, has nothing to do with whether or not they are a major manufacturer. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 14, 2015, at 11:22 AM, Larry Gales via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Well, the market capitalization of Tesla is 24 Billion, so I would consider

Re: [EVDL] EVtimeline: Lots of 'Apple Titan/iCar EV' noise no solid details

2015-02-15 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I think that anything that gets people to talk about EVs in our future is a good thing, whether or not the actual product is currently vaporware. The iPod was once vaporware. Whether or not they end up with such an animal, it points the way for people to look at what the future will/can bring.

Re: [EVDL] OT Nice write up about Air pollution study in East.

2015-02-01 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Quite fascinating. Looking forward to some interesting data. Will CO will be looked at? What about data on surface inversions? Sent from my iPhone On Jan 31, 2015, at 6:18 PM, Bill Dube via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Very OT but I thought is might be of general interest. We are measuring

Re: [EVDL] OT: batteries for solar PV off-grid (cost 10, 000 times more)

2014-12-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Yes, for that cost I'd agree. But that option was off the table for the OP (who has now reconsidered). If you are excluding the grid, storage may have more value than more generation capacity. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 23, 2014, at 10:29 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote:

Re: [EVDL] OT: batteries for solar PV off-grid (cost 10, 000 times more)

2014-12-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I have to disagree. Ask him on a day where his panels are producing more than he can use what extra value he is getting from them. Then ask him on a day where he is not getting enough from the panels how much it would have been worth to have batteries. If you are taking yourself off grid, not

Re: [EVDL] OT: batteries for solar PV off-grid (cost 10, 000 times more)

2014-12-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
the grid is out. No safety problems back powering the grid like that. Or if I need to run the well pump after a dark time, switch it over to grid. If it does make sense, look for someone marketing a clean way to do this sort of thing. On Tue, Dec 23, 2014 at 10:41 AM, Mark Abramowitz

Re: [EVDL] OT: batteries for solar PV off-grid (cost 10, 000 times more)

2014-12-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
a dark time, switch it over to grid. If it does make sense, look for someone marketing a clean way to do this sort of thing. On Tue, Dec 23, 2014 at 10:41 AM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I have to disagree. Ask him on a day where his panels are producing more than he

Re: [EVDL] Pound-foolish batteries for solar PV off-grid

2014-12-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Burning wood emits *lots* of air pollution, particularly particulate matter, but also including potent carcinogens, NOx (also a greenhouse gas), CO (*dangerous* in closed spaces), and more. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 22, 2014, at 9:16 AM, Michael Ross via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I am

Re: [EVDL] PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gascars.

2014-12-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Dec 22, 2014, at 9:34 AM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Remember that the power companies are totally obsessed with money. They don't give more than lip service to anything except the cost of energy. It might be coal, or oil, or natural gas, or nuclear, or wind, or solar...

Re: [EVDL] Pound-foolish batteries for solar PV off-grid

2014-12-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Dec 22, 2014, at 10:00 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: And surely some of that carbon takes years to return to the atmosphere if not forever and so that can help our short-term problem better by not burning it (yet)... The cleanest kilowatt of energy is the kilowatt

Re: [EVDL] OT: batteries for solar PV off-grid

2014-12-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Dec 22, 2014, at 12:51 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: A 20-year T-bill right now is only paying about 2.5%, and will take about 28 years to double. Even if it takes 20 years to pay off the battery system, I still come out ahead with that as opposed to buying T-bills. I

Re: [EVDL] Pound-foolish batteries for solar PV off-grid

2014-12-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Dec 22, 2014, at 2:08 PM, Michael Ross via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Particulates probably are not anything like the pollen the trees generate while alive. Wow. Never heard anyone compare pollen to particulates. Pollen may cause you to have allergies and impact you for a short period,

Re: [EVDL] PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gas cars.

2014-12-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Can you give me some references where I might find more information about this plant, like their permit to operate or PSD permit (this is an attainment area, right?)? This sounds kinda like the perpetual motion machine equivalent in the air quality field, but I'm always open to hearing about

Re: [EVDL] PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gas cars.

2014-12-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Googled Basin Electric Power Cooperative emissions psd permit north dakota, but on quick look it's not obvious if there's more than one in North Dakota. When I get more time... You wouldn't happen to know the name of your nearby power plant? More interested in claims of zero NOx, SOx, and PM

Re: [EVDL] PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gascars.

2014-12-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
What ends up better depends on the use. Efficiency of one type is not the be all, end all. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 21, 2014, at 1:10 PM, Peri Hartman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: There's nothing sacred about using CO2 for fracking. In fact, water is typically used now. There

Re: [EVDL] PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gas cars.

2014-12-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
, Mark Abramowitz via EV wrote: Can you give me some references where I might find more information about this plant, like their permit to operate or PSD permit (this is an attainment area, right?)? This sounds kinda like the perpetual motion machine equivalent in the air quality field

Re: [EVDL] Coal Ash? (Was:PNAS report cites study that EV's pollute more than gas cars.)

2014-12-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
iPhone On Dec 21, 2014, at 4:18 PM, Bill Dube billd...@killacycle.com wrote: What about the nasty coal ash that is typically left over when they burn coal. Great piles/pools of it are stored forever it seems next to coal fired plants. Bill D. On 12/21/2014 4:11 PM, Mark Abramowitz via

Re: [EVDL] Spark EV owners care-less about fashion-police's ugliest-car ranking

2014-12-19 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I agree that it's silly, but the piece really has nothing to do with EVs or how they look. These kinds of lists have been around for years, well before there were *any* production EVs. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 19, 2014, at 6:34 AM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On

Re: [EVDL] Portable EVSE: Turning over a new Leaf...

2014-12-14 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Dec 14, 2014, at 6:24 AM, Chris Tromley via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Honda in particular sees itself as an engine company. EVs are seen as a threat to the status quo. Where can I find that information? ___ UNSUBSCRIBE:

Re: [EVDL] Street-light EVSE

2014-12-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I agree. IMHO, best way to address this is to send data demonstrating buyer reasons for not purchasing an EV. I'm sure there's data out there. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 5, 2014, at 10:52 AM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Now that's just a flat-out cheap shot.

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: Old Indianapolis ice bus gutted converted to an ebus r:130mi

2014-12-01 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Expect to read lots of other great things from this company from other things that they're working on. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 1, 2014, at 12:17 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: http://www.pe.com/articles/bus-755333-buses-electric.html RIVERSIDE: Old buses turned into

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (Retractible Cords)

2014-11-25 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Nov 25, 2014, at 7:44 AM, paul dove via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Except for the fact that much of the population lives in Apartments and high roise building and have neither option. In California, many apartment dwellers with an assigned parking spot can now install their own charging

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-25 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Not unlikely, though it seems to be that since the original RAV-4EV, investment for the most part has gone into cost reductions rather than range increases. IIRC, the range of the RAV4-EV was about 120 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 24, 2014, at 9:53 PM, Peri Hartman via EV

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-25 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
if you are not simply a used car buyer like myself. I won't spend $12K on a car, but I can see the day coming when I might be able to get a used EV that is worth having. Maybe I should be looking at Leafs On Tue, Nov 25, 2014 at 11:13 AM, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-25 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
At some point it may be the petroleum industry in the paid charging infrastructure side - but now it's not. Also, at least here in California, most filling stations are NOT owned by the oil industry. They've mostly divested. That said, this is where their products get sold, so many of your

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-25 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Interesting. I wasn't aware that Li-ion batteries were not recycled. But I think that you *will* see that in the future... If they can make money at it. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 25, 2014, at 12:40 PM, Lee Hart leeah...@earthlink.net wrote: Mark Abramowitz via EV wrote: I agree with what

Re: [EVDL] Charter change?

2014-11-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Fortunately it's been awhile since I had to use rental cars agencies regularly, but I don't like to rely on them unless I absolutely have to, so can't blame anyone for not doing this. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 23, 2014, at 5:31 PM, Ed Blackmond via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: . On

Re: [EVDL] evdl.org Charter Update Change

2014-11-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Nov 24, 2014, at 12:53 PM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: be there no-grumbling/dissension after the update. Good luck with that one! ___ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
And with parking meters charging, becoming bigger and also taking credit cards, I see a potential future in the merging of the two. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 24, 2014, at 6:16 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On Nov 24, 2014, at 5:39 PM, Cor van de Water via EV

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-24 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Complaints about the cost of charging from the general public is already happening. I heard complaint at a recent conference from some EV owners. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 24, 2014, at 7:00 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On Nov 24, 2014, at 7:16 PM, Ben Goren via EV

Re: [EVDL] Mullen 700e a Coda-EV by any other name

2014-11-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Hope the market likes it. I really liked the first Coda, and thought that it could be a great mass market car, at the right price point. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 23, 2014, at 8:17 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote:

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, (L1 CORRECTION!)

2014-11-23 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Thanks for posting that. The previous poster's numbers given say virtually nothing about the market. The bulk of the charging is, as you point out, at home. Those not at home were, in great part, publicly subsidized. Neither says anything about the market. California sales numbers *do* say

Re: [EVDL] Charter change?

2014-11-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Interesting, while the current charter may have seemed obsolete a few years ago, changes in technology make it now seem as relevant as ever. I think you should leave it, though I really like the hobbyist aspect of this list. If your goal is is that, you ought to make changes to reflect that.

Re: [EVDL] Charter change?

2014-11-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Such as the guy that wanted to incorporate diesel? I don't remember the detail, but while that turned my own stomach, I am also fascinated by the many ways in which EV is done by hobbyists. So while I agree with what are suggesting, it seems that the question is really about whether it's the

Re: [EVDL] OT: status the newswires are changing, $till being manipulated

2014-11-21 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Resending, as it seems that the server ate it. - Hi Bruce, I greatly appreciate the news stories you bring, and hope you continue your good work for a long time to come. While I disagree with your opinion about fuel cells, I respect your right to those opinions. But, you ought to

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: Mercedes Sez There's No Money In Selling EVs

2014-11-12 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Nov 12, 2014, at 8:04 AM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Tesla isn't profitable (yet). Not correct. They've shown positive earnings the last 2 quarters, which makes what they've done quite extraordinary in such a short period of time. You might argue that the cars themselves are

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: Mercedes Sez There's No Money In Selling EVs

2014-11-12 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
: Looking at a stock ticker, their trailing twelve month EPS is -$1.35 and they don't have a PE ratio. I think they are turning the corner, but I wouldn't generally describe them as profitable yet. Mike On November 12, 2014 12:50:02 PM MST, Mark Abramowitz via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: CEO Mary Barra Tells GM Employees To Embrace Reform Or GTFO

2014-11-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Nov 5, 2014, at 6:13 AM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Perhaps I'm missing something, but I'm having a hard time seeing any good news for GM's EVs in this news piece. I do. I think Mary Barra is demonstrating some real leadership here, and letting the

Re: [EVDL] [RAV4-EV] 1st Gen Rav4-EV suspension and aerodynamic mods

2014-11-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Resending, as list software held it up. Original To: person has now joined the list. David, I'm cc:ing the EVDL list on this reply to your note below. I would recommend that you subscribe, and get recommendations there, in addition to what those on this list may have to offer. There are a

Re: [EVDL] EV-spirits: Use a Halloween Costume for the EV-cause

2014-11-01 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Admittedly I don't read a lot of traditional media. But I do see a lot of EV- related media. So I'm puzzled by your reference to lots of anti-EV rhetoric. Where are you seeing it? I'm not. In fact, I see lots of positive things everywhere about EVs. I also see people much better informed about

Re: [EVDL] Large pih conversion vehicles ...

2014-11-01 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Perhaps in part longer term, you might want to take a look at the technology assessments prepared by the California Air Resources Board (and, in part, the South Coast Air Quality Management District). They look at all vehicle categories. The bottom line is that over time, most if not all

Re: [EVDL] EValert: !Don't buy a salvaged Tesla EV to repair drive! (video)

2014-10-02 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Careful, the mothership is watching you from space! Sent from my iPhone On Oct 1, 2014, at 1:55 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On 1 Oct 2014 at 11:01, Rick Beebe via EV wrote: If they're happy with the inspection they'll reactive the car. Control freaks.

Re: [EVDL] Electrifying Large Vehicles converting buyers to a higher mpge design

2014-09-18 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Sep 16, 2014, at 6:46 AM, Michael Ross via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: I predict the truck owner will notice the PIH. The ICE will be less potent to compensate for the extra cost of the PI part. There's certainly precedence for a rapid fleet turnover - all were gasoline, then there was a

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: CA Initiatives Ca$h-in A Clunker Buy An EV

2014-09-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Sep 6, 2014, at 1:25 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Provision supposition $70+k buyers don't need financial incentives Almost, but not quite. The current incentives to buy a ZEV will remain in place, so there is still an incentive to buy a ZEV. The new bill gives some real

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: CA Initiatives Ca$h-in A Clunker Buy An EV

2014-09-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I reread my post, and see it wasn't clear. Here it is again, hopefully clearer: Almost, but not quite. The current incentives for higher income people to buy a ZEV will remain in place, so there is still an incentive to buy a ZEV. The new bill gives some real incentives for low income people

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: CA Initiatives Ca$h-in A Clunker Buy An EV

2014-09-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
We already do have incentives open to everyone, so not inconsistent with your view. Mostly it's not the high income folks that have the clunkers we want off the roads. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 6, 2014, at 11:34 AM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On 6 Sep 2014 at

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: CA Initiatives Ca$h-in A Clunker Buy An EV

2014-09-06 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Sep 6, 2014, at 12:57 PM, Ed Blackmond via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Call me cynical, Cynical. :-) but based on the results of California's various incentive programs, the intent seems to be to make the carpool lanes as congested as possible, by allowing people who can afford the

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: As EV battery prices fall ?More range or lower 100mi EV cost?

2014-08-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I wonder how many could have bypassed using a car altogether, and ridden a bike or taken a bus. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 29, 2014, at 9:14 PM, Dennis Miles dmiles33...@gmail.com wrote: 85% of driven trip miles were under 39 miles. Also, 99% of driven trip miles were less than 100 miles

Re: [EVDL] California may reapportion $2500 EV tax credit

2014-08-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Huge potential to speed fleet turnover to ZEVs, as well as reduce costs. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 30, 2014, at 10:29 AM, Mark Abramowitz ma...@enviropolicy.com wrote: Huge potential to speed Sent from my iPhone On Aug 30, 2014, at 9:20 AM, Peri Hartman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org

Re: [EVDL] California may reapportion $2500 EV tax credit

2014-08-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Huge potential to speed Sent from my iPhone On Aug 30, 2014, at 9:20 AM, Peri Hartman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: http://grist.org/list/this-california-bill-will-make-electric-cars-way-less-pretentious/ If passed, the bill would phase out the state’s current clean-vehicle rebate

Re: [EVDL] EVDL vs Air, Climate, Energy, Water Security Well-to-Wheels Report

2014-08-22 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
My apologies. Here's a link: http://cafcp.org/cafcp_publishes_well--wheels_report Sent from my iPhone On Aug 22, 2014, at 1:44 PM, John Lussmyer cou...@casadelgato.com wrote: On Fri Aug 22 13:13:47 PDT 2014 ev@lists.evdl.org said: -- next part -- An HTML

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: Vehicle-apartheid! RI law punishes EV hybrid drivers

2014-08-20 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Oddly, the link to the bill referred to includes none of the language being discussed in some of the articles. The language only authorizes the state motor vehicles folks to makes regulations for special plates. It doesn't even requires them to do so. Arguably it could apply to at least some

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: 100+ U.S. National 'Drive Electric Week' Events Planned 9/15-21

2014-08-18 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Aug 18, 2014, at 4:34 AM, Chris Tromley via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Somehow I missed this, but I must respond. Mark's post is a particularly egregious manipulation of the truth. Whoa! On Sun, 8/17/14, Mark Abramowitz ma...@enviropolicy.com wrote: Subject: Re: [EVDL] EVLN: 100+

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: 100+ U.S. National 'Drive Electric Week' Events Planned 9/15-21

2014-08-18 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Aug 18, 2014, at 7:51 AM, Chris Tromley ctrom...@gmail.com wrote: On Mon, Aug 18, 2014 at 8:37 AM, Mark Abramowitz ma...@enviropolicy.com wrote: On Aug 18, 2014, at 4:34 AM, Chris Tromley via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: ​In the article I read from the LA Times, there isn't any

Re: [EVDL] Conversion advice

2014-08-11 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Amen. Sometimes there's a tendency to let the perfect be the enemy of the good, as the saying goes goes. Lots of great things happen from the accumulation of lots of good things. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 10, 2014, at 8:58 PM, EVDL Administrator via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: On 10

Re: [EVDL] As an aid when recommending an EV to someone else,

2014-08-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Frankly, I don't bother too much with numbers for folks. I just tell them that EVs need speed governors to tone down the acceleration. People get the message. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 4, 2014, at 7:20 PM, Ben Goren via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Don't forget another important

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: UCDavis' EV-Explorer shows how a Plug-in Save$ You Money

2014-08-05 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Here's another tool. http://www.viamotors.com/vehicles/quote-request/ Sent from my iPhone On Aug 4, 2014, at 12:14 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Are you driving the right car for an oil crisis?

Re: [EVDL] EV versus Gas range..

2014-08-03 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Aug 3, 2014, at 3:30 PM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Oh, and Murphy's law says that every time you are late and have to go 100 miles, the gas in your tank will be near empty and so your GAS car has range anxiety! You HAVE to find a gas station. The EV leaves on

Re: [EVDL] EVDL biz: H2 and FCEV discussion

2014-07-31 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Hi Martin, Nice post. See below. On Jul 31, 2014, at 9:25 AM, Martin WINLOW via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Hi Mark, I'll lay my cards on the table and say that I am distinctly anti H2 - *as a short to medium-term serious contender for the replacement of petrol and diesel-powered

Re: [EVDL] Tesla might Supercharge EVs to regain 400mi in 15min for7 credits

2014-07-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Worth repeating. Also, I believe NREL has released charts with the various assumptions, and results. You'll find national power mix, CA power mix, H2 from SMR, H2 from renewables, etc.. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2014, at 10:30 PM, Mike Nickerson via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote:

Re: [EVDL] Tesla might Supercharge EVs to regain 400mi in 15min for7 credits

2014-07-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Don't presume that all the automakers have similar interests to put themselves at an advantage over their competitors. And don't forget there are other interests in there, too. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 29, 2014, at 12:40 AM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Dennis Miles via EV

Re: [EVDL] EVDL biz: H2 and FCEV discussion

2014-07-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Unless you demand purity, IMO the future (actually being done currently, too) are hybrid versions of both, depending on application and state of the technology at that particular time. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 29, 2014, at 10:35 AM, Peri Hartman via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Let me ask

Re: [EVDL] EVDL biz: H2 and FCEV discussion

2014-07-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I hope no one suggested that the focus of the group be FCEVs. This is one of my favorite lists, in part due to your great news posts. But I'm curious about your comment there are billion$ of dollar$ being spent to kill [EVs]. Where are you seeing this? The last few years I've seen a huge

Re: [EVDL] EVDL biz: H2 and FCEV discussion

2014-07-30 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Jul 30, 2014, at 8:19 AM, Chris Tromley via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: When FCEVs appear to be on a similar energy-footprint basis (i.e. energy-viable) as EVs we can revisit the issue. How would you define this very specific criteria? Comparable to those charging on the national average

Re: [EVDL] Tesla might Supercharge EVs to regain 400mi in 15min for 7 credits

2014-07-29 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
need to comment, do I? MW On 27 Jul 2014, at 13:44, Mark Abramowitz via EV wrote: On Jul 27, 2014, at 12:49 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: % ? Setting the bar higher than what fcvs can do ? % [ref http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVLN

Re: [EVDL] Tesla might Supercharge EVs to regain 400mi in 15min for 7 credits

2014-07-27 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Jul 27, 2014, at 12:49 AM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: % ? Setting the bar higher than what fcvs can do ? % [ref http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVLN-Tesla-CEO-Sez-A-More-Expensive-500mi-EV-could-be-quite-soon-tp4670504.html EVLN: Tesla CEO

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: Time to Dump the Pump Go EV, BP Sez 53.3 Years of Oil Left

2014-07-10 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
How does the program at Rio Hondo College compare? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 10, 2014, at 1:01 AM, Dennis Miles via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Over here, at Electric Vehicle Technical Institute Inc., we are very Pro EV and also Education Pros at teaching you the technology of Electric

Re: [EVDL] What serious EVs are available, at what price how do they compare?

2014-07-07 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
I don't know if your metric is the right one to use, but for the Tesla, I think that using the 85 kWh battery as a more robust solution is what I would use. Using your method of calculation, it also compares favorably. ~356 ($94390/265) Sent from my iPhone On Jul 7, 2014, at 9:53 AM,

Re: [EVDL] EVLN: VHS vs Betamax automakers' chose different paths

2014-06-29 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Gee, what a bad article. Betamax v. VHS is a bad analogy because both roads (so to speak) are going to be important. It's not a technology war, nor are both technologies incompatible. They're both electric drive as well as complimentary. Second, it's probably not accurate to say that Nissan is

Re: [EVDL] EV potential - Postal Service and 7 MPG average

2014-06-29 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Great info I wasn't aware of - explains a lot. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 29, 2014, at 1:37 PM, Lee Hart via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: EVDL Administrator via EV wrote: It appears to me that EVs have not yet been a success in postal delivery. I can't understand why not. Anyone with other

Re: [EVDL] Postal Service EVs

2014-06-29 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Must've been mid-90s when I had a little involvement. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 29, 2014, at 3:56 PM, brucedp5 via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Current USPS mail truck ice http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grumman_LLV The opec.org oil-embargo fuel-shortage

Re: [EVDL] Hydrogen/EV thoughts

2014-06-26 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Jun 26, 2014, at 12:09 AM, Cor van de Water via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Mark, I asked you to give background for your absolute statement that an unproven technology is the only solution I did not, and have never said that. I said: It is just not feasible to meet clean air

Re: [EVDL] Hydrogen/EV thoughts (relax)

2014-06-26 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Jun 26, 2014, at 7:32 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Folks, EV's and Hydorgen fuel cell cars are NOT in competition. (except in Toyota's fantasy dreams).. There is no need to get worked up. EV's are far, far better for local travel and daily commuting ...

Re: [EVDL] Hydrogen/EV thoughts (EV emissions)

2014-06-26 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
On Jun 26, 2014, at 8:20 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Are you saying that the main problem with battery electrics is also that most of the power it uses is not renewable? Careful: Studies have shown that about HALF of EV buyers also have SOLAR or sign up for 100%

Re: [EVDL] Hydrogen/EV thoughts (EV emissions)

2014-06-26 Thread Mark Abramowitz via EV
Thanks. ITS does lots of interesting stuff. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 26, 2014, at 10:24 AM, Robert Bruninga via EV ev@lists.evdl.org wrote: Careful: Studies have shown that about HALF of EV buyers also have SOLAR or sign up for 100% solar/wind from their utilities. Very interesting and

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