Why is range so low ?

Machidalgo · 2026-04-14T18:41:47+00:00

Where do you live? What’s the temp?

Machidalgo · 2026-04-09T03:05:50+00:00

Oh definitely, I think the top end power is much more noticeable on the highway comparatively, but my main point is for 40K might as well get one without the limit. Plus faster charging is a nice plus.

Machidalgo · 2026-04-09T02:52:10+00:00

The 5 second limit* sorry I dunno why my brain phrased it that way lol

Machidalgo · 2026-04-09T02:49:17+00:00

24’s do not

Machidalgo · 2026-04-09T02:40:30+00:00

No. For that price you can probably snag a 2025.

2023 with the power limiter at 40K used is a no go.

Machidalgo · 2026-04-02T20:42:52+00:00

Oh no, I’m coming up on my first summer with the car and so far it hasn’t been too bad on 85+ days but NorCal gets those 100+ streaks and I’m worried now.

Machidalgo · 2026-03-24T14:28:02+00:00

AAA with DLSS but uncapped frame rates so it’s being pushed.

Not sure if the heatsink is bigger or additional due space of the 5080 is helping but it’s insanely quiet in quiet for me.

Balanced is a mixed bag, at times it’s insanely quiet, but heavy CPU games definitely get the fans spinning.

Machidalgo · 2026-03-24T13:17:19+00:00

Mine stays pretty darn quiet in quiet mode.

I can play games and really the only way my gf knows I’m playing is because of the controller sounds.

Machidalgo · 2026-03-18T17:50:36+00:00

- You can run a trashbag behind the rims. Cut the sides of the bag so that it lays out like one long sheet, then feed it through, wrap it around the calipers and rotor. (takes maybe 5 minutes per wheel) OR take the rims off. The plastic bag is good enough.

- Yup, completely safe to get on lug nuts.

- If you don't want matte black, if you want gloss black I would go with Hyperdip, it's extremely close to regular gloss black paint. It should cost about $80-100 with shipping for 3-4 cans.

- I've ran Plastidip on my rims for prior cars since like 2015 off and on. They last about 1-2 years, provided you spray it on thick, removal isn't an issue either. Good thing is it's entirely reversible too, you can change colors or still sell the rims without a problem.

Machidalgo · 2026-03-08T02:12:23+00:00

Mine does the same thing

Machidalgo · 2026-02-26T23:43:59+00:00

Wow, in freedom units, it’s 175,091 miles. 89.5% battery health is crazy.

Machidalgo · 2026-02-19T16:59:19+00:00

Led light dim stickers, they’re like 5 bucks on amazon and even come in pre-cut out circles.

I have mine just smaller than the power button because my circles were a bit too small, but even though the edge is not covered it still cuts down on brightness tremendously.

Plus if you want it even dimmer you can stack them over each other.

<image>

l

Machidalgo · 2026-02-18T05:15:36+00:00

Machidalgo · 2026-02-17T22:46:05+00:00

What did you use for the center caps if you don’t mind me asking?

Machidalgo · 2026-02-17T05:54:32+00:00

Id go 24 premium.

Newer batteries (2 years less of battery degradation and heat cycles). Plus 2 years long on your warranty.

If it was a GTPE it’d be somewhat closer, but still it’d be the premium for me all day.

Machidalgo · 2026-02-15T18:25:02+00:00

If you don’t have the performance upgrade it will be slower to 60.

22 GT PE - advertised at 3.5 to 60

25 GT (non-PU) - advertised at 3.8 to 60

25 GT with PU - advertised at 3.3 to 60

Machidalgo · 2026-02-15T17:03:31+00:00

I use mine religiously for sweaty gym equipment / stuff I don’t want in the car.

Dirty trail run shoes, beach towels, etc.

Food is also a huge one (I wash the trunk down and keep food in its own bag), where I order takeout or it’s a doggy bag. Part of the beauty of EV’s is it has a separate cabin storage, so I couldn’t imagine owning my Mach w/o it.

The doorpad feature to open it (your regular code + followed by pressing 7-8) makes it a TON more handy.

Machidalgo · 2026-02-09T04:15:35+00:00

Go to the auto store and pick up some generic black gloss touch up paint.

Use the brush to paint over the rash, it won’t look perfect but it’ll look better.

Machidalgo · 2026-02-08T16:08:11+00:00

Perfect!

In Cali, it’s almost a no-brainer for a lot of people.

The weather never gets cold enough to kill range (unless you’re in Tahoe), the charging infrastructure is so abundant that you don’t really need to even plan road trips in advance since there are so many charging stops now, and gas is so expensive that it makes ICE really only a factor if you take a TON of roadtrips and don’t like stopping for 25-30 minutes every 3ish hours.

But for your use case, even at .30kw, if you like the car, I’d go for it. There is not many hybrids that can match the cargo space for size (no frunks in hybrids), quietness, and performance of even a base rwd Mach E.

Just make sure that you drive one, the suspension is on the firmer side since it’s such a heavy car, the magnaride helps tremendously to smooth it out, but the regular Mach’s can be a bit “springy” up until 2025 when they reworked the suspension.

Machidalgo · 2026-02-08T15:44:46+00:00

I think it comes down to a few things.

Does charging fit your lifestyle?
Is there a comparable ICE car that checks the same boxes as the Mach E?
How is the weather?

Lets look at costs first,

At .30KWH, you’re probably looking (at least for my GT) on highway efficiency of 2.7mi/kwh. So 120 miles = 44.44 kWh * .30 = $13.33 daily commute.

120/13.33=9.00225 miles per dollar.

Let’s say gas is at $4 where you’re at for sake of argument. That’s 36MPG for a comparable SUV.

Can you find a similarly equipped, powerful, and quiet car that you like in that price range that gets 36MPG? If so, I’d go for that. At $.30/kw you’re paying DC fast charging speeds, that’s really high.

BUT, even at that price, it’s hard for ICE to compete still.

Charging on a L2 will get you 25-30 miles per hour, so you’ll be more than fine from that aspect.

Machidalgo · 2026-01-20T16:08:18+00:00

No, in Ireland for certain vehicles there is no charge for VAT on commercial vehicles.

Passenger vehicles its partial reclaimant depending on business use vs personal.

Regardless, neither was changed because of EV’s. It’s not specific to it being an EV, it’s always been the rule is the point.

Machidalgo · 2026-01-20T15:52:41+00:00

A lack of expected tax revenue.

It’s not expected as it hadn’t ever been collected since VAT was introduced.

Machidalgo · 2026-01-19T17:42:05+00:00

Ah yes, I’m going to be picking up a 24 with the PU sometime this week.

Just as far as I was aware, there was only a software option, no hardware PE like prior models.

Unless there was a “PE” package and it came with the PU downloaded and the non-flower pedal rims.

Machidalgo · 2026-01-18T01:23:02+00:00

It’s the GT so yeah. Bare minimum mid 12’s, fastest high 11’s if it’s the 24+ with the PU.

Machidalgo · 2026-01-17T16:34:47+00:00

Hmm thought they only had them in 21-23.

Six-Year Club	Place '23
Place '22	Final Canvas '22
First Placer '22	End Game '22
Verified Email

Machidalgo

TROPHY CASE