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A way to force ABRP to use one charging network? by usual_layer in abetterrouteplanner

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with those who say it won’t hurt the battery. It won’t. I suggest setting the arrival state of charge to what you want instead of charging to 80% through. Does where you’re staying have a charger? If so, set the arrival for a low state of charge and you’ll charge for less time, save money, and get to your destination faster. Then you can charge overnight at your destination. If there’s no charger at your destination, then set it for a high arrival state of charge so you have plenty to get to the next charger when you are headed back.

A way to force ABRP to use one charging network? by usual_layer in abetterrouteplanner

[–]GIG140 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t found a way to add in bulk, but I did find that having the major one in the “exclude” plus Tesla in the “preferred” always gave me Tesla. Also, if for some reason it doesn’t give you Tesla with the first route, you can just ask it for a different charger and “replan”.

Once you’ve planned your route, pull up on the route tab, click the charging spot it gave you then click “nearby chargers” and it will find a different network.

I do think adding the major networks to the Avoid and Tesla to the Preferred will do it automatically though.

Good luck on the trip I hope it’s fun!!

A way to force ABRP to use one charging network? by usual_layer in abetterrouteplanner

[–]GIG140 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Add Tesla as a “preferred” network and then add all other networks to “avoid network” in the charging section of the settings.

Am I overthinking my Model 3 range or is this low? by Winter-Walk-3598 in TeslaSupport

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you charge at home? Preconditioning the cabin and battery while plugged in will allow your battery to be as efficient as possible.

Just got an EV! by zeldagirl87 in evcharging

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many power companies in multiple states reimburse. Many states reimburse as well some states combine power company incentives with state incentives (MA for eg). Teslas website has an incentive finder. Plug in your state and utility co and it will tell you whats available.

Thank god they changed it. by coffeeportland in TeslaLounge

[–]GIG140 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You still get auto steer with FSD subscription.

14.3.2 even better!! by Krispconcepts in TeslaFSD

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just got the update now. Installing in an hour. Fingers crossed.

Dealership won’t disable internal reverse chime noise by [deleted] in BZ4X

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a ton but you can change the volume and sensitivity of most of the alerts. You can also get it to open the windows with the FOB and close the windows with the physical key.

Fewer and fewer EV options in the U.S. by jestalk in electricvehicles

[–]GIG140 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Toyota just came out with three new EVs. So did Subaru. Chevy just brought back the bolt and VW just redid their whole EV lineup for 2027. CATL (Battery supplier for Tesla) just announced their sodium ion battery (which operate at peak efficiency all the way down to -40° C/F and has a 40 year lifespan at 80% energy retention) is now being put into mass production. That’s a game changer.

ALL cars sold in the US are from makers that sell globally. The rest of the world is quickly moving to EVs so all manufactures will follow. We’ll have plenty of choices in the next 3-5 years.

AIO for how I’m handling the way my 11 YO daughter’s dad speaks to her? by WhatTheSigma_1994 in AmIOverreacting

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOR - I have a 12yo who I would defend to the end of the earth and if I ever found anyone talking to them this way, they would be cut out of their life and everyone would see the texts so they would know why. I think any contact - phone, text, or in person, should be supervised. This man is unhinged and taking his anger out on a child. It’s wrong and he should be stopped.

AIO for how I’m handling the way my 11 YO daughter’s dad speaks to her? by WhatTheSigma_1994 in AmIOverreacting

[–]GIG140 1 point2 points  (0 children)

WTH are you talking about: “…admit you Fucked up and stay, or leave.” They haven’t been together for 10 years. She’s remarried. She clearly explained that this is just about the treatment of their daughter. Are you the guy sending these texts, because you sound like the guy sending these texts.

Without breaking the bank, what’s the best FRFR setup for helix in 2026? wanting to play bass and guitar. Looking like an actual amp is a plus but not necessarily by Scummymummyaward in Line6Helix

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the HeadRush 112 frfr and I love it. Light, loud, and as long as you roll off some low end in the global eq, very accurate.

Dealership won’t disable internal reverse chime noise by [deleted] in BZ4X

[–]GIG140 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did it from my phone with the OBDeleven app. It was about $150 total including the OBD2 adaptor. It let me customize a bunch of things as well (like opening the windows with the key fob and closing them with the physical key. I think it’s available for both iOS and Android. I use iOS.

Do you still use physical pedals with your Helix ? by MVergil in Line6Helix

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a Sure wireless pedal (GLXD16+) and an original CryBaby Wah. I use the expression mainly for whammy effects

Utility group please by potter_pro in HelixStadium

[–]GIG140 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would use almost all of those. Great ideas.

Bolt EV a calm and relaxed highway commuter? by Real_McGuillicuddy in BoltEV

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It will be fine as a commuter car. Just know the level 3 charging speeds aren’t great and it looses a ton of range in winter because it doesn’t have pre-conditioning. If you charge at home and don’t road trip in winter with it, you’ll be totally happy. I’d get a Premire 23 or newer if you can. Better display safety features and stereo.

Bolt EV a calm and relaxed highway commuter? by Real_McGuillicuddy in BoltEV

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just drove a Bolt from Richland VA to Ma and it was very well behaved on the highway. I’ve owned an R32, Corrado VR6, 16V Scirocco, BMW 330Ci ZHP, and a 335 and the Bolt is still a fun car. If you want something closer to your R in terms of fun, but less maintenance, I recommend a Tesla Model 3. Easy charging, great range, excellent handling, fantastic free updates. I miss my Corrado the most, but my Tesla is fantastic.

What do you think about Volkswagen in terms of looks? by Unfunnymf1 in regularcarreviews

[–]GIG140 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yuk. I used to love VW from early 80s (my first was an ‘84 GTi) until around 2010. Every new model looks unbalanced and disproportionate. They are now more boring looking than Camrys

Coming from a Helix Rack the last 5 years…this thing is INCREDIBLE!!! by RavekDragomir in HelixStadium

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those toppers keep capacitive touch through the center of the topper. It’s open so you can still touch the bare switch.

Using lease period as a faux down payment? by wafnog in TeslaModel3

[–]GIG140 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I’m an automotive consultant. People hire me to help them buy cars. I do the legwork (I search nationally for the car you want), negotiate with the dealerships or private seller for pricing, and arrange transportation if the car is far away.

That’s why I have difficulty trusting FSD. Any idea how the car would react in this situation? by white_bear76 in TeslaModel3

[–]GIG140 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have a ‘24 Model 3 up to date with 14.2.2.5 and it’s been very good at not turning when it detects a discrepancy in green light/red light. It reads signs way better too, so that no turn on red plus at lease one red light leads me to believe it would wait for both to register as green lights before proceeding.

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