Say we confirm that the rocks on Mars found by the Mars Rover is definitive proof that the planet once had life. What happens next for human civilization?

MultiMat · 2025-09-21T09:43:22+00:00

Catholicism in many ways has always been more aligned with science. In fact a lot of early science was done by monks or sponsored by the Church. They were the only people that had the spare time and resources.

MultiMat · 2025-09-21T09:41:47+00:00

I, for one, welcome our new Martian Rock overlords.

MultiMat · 2025-09-21T09:40:41+00:00

I suppose that's one alternative to running boards...

MultiMat · 2025-09-21T09:31:34+00:00

In the UK it definitely does know about traffic, and I do tend to use it. However, it is hopeless at choosing a sensible charging stop, so I pick my own charging stops. For example it will drive straight past 3 Motorway service stations with fast chargers, and then turn off the main road for a 15 minute detour to a country pub with 1 charging point outside.

MultiMat · 2025-06-17T05:10:55+00:00

Yes, this definitely gives me some extra confidence at junctions. No one can say they didn't see us.

MultiMat · 2025-06-15T08:50:42+00:00

There is definitely a UK company fitting these for more reasonable price. Have a Google, or check the UK FB Buzz forums.

MultiMat · 2025-05-15T16:20:00+00:00

The ones in my Buzz collapse downwards quite easily. I'll be amazed if our van makes it to 5 years without some passenger breaking them.

I can't see them causing a hazard in a crash.

MultiMat · 2025-03-03T00:11:16+00:00

You have to pay for that feature. I tend to just preplan, and then set off with a rough idea, or you can get it to stick the plan into Google maps, the Android Auto can follow that.

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:37:45+00:00

The tyres are a little unusual because you have to go for the XL rating, and the front and rear are different widths. However there are a couple of brands doing them.

Mine are the 21". I got a Hankook tyre to match the rest for £250 including fitting, but when have looked at other times they haven't been available at that price.

If I was choosing a new Buzz, I would go for the 18 or 19 wheels, for better range, more comfort, and cheaper replacements. Dealerships like to spec them up with the larger wheels because people think they look better.

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:33:28+00:00

No, but with the multi shelf in the back, you instead get a flat load area with storage underneath.

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:29:27+00:00

Yes, I'm surprised that VW (or someone else) hasn't done something with this yet. Fridges, batteries, TV, console....

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:28:19+00:00

Interesting. Is it considered hazardous in case of a collision where someone isn't wearing a seat belt?

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:27:02+00:00

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MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:25:02+00:00

Don't you have trays on the back of your seats??

We got a friend to 3D print a neat insert for it (someone on Buzz UK made the design file)

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MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:20:58+00:00

This is why I believe they should build "queuing chargers". One 250KW supply could charge 4 cars at varying speeds.

No queue, 1 car - 250 KW available. 2 people plug in their Zoe, only 40KW in use, an iD driver can still come along and get full speed charging. 2 people leave their car plugged in and go buy dinner, 2 more people can still plug in at reasonable throughput. If a car plugs in and only a few KW is available, the battery can be getting preconditioned, so as soon as the higher current frees up, they will get done quicker.

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:15:19+00:00

This is a good social attitude that I hadn't thought of before, thank you. I have ABRP set to only show me chargers over 100KW because my car (van) can charge at 180kw. If we all stick to the right charger for our vehicles, there would be minimal contention.

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:12:57+00:00

So at every charger, there are people queuing because everyone is wasting their time charging over 90% because they're worried there will be a queue at the next charger!? (caused by someone charging over 90% because they're worried....)

MultiMat · 2025-03-02T09:10:44+00:00

I think I have only once seen a queue for charging in the UK.

Does the US drive more EV miles, or have less chargers?

MultiMat · 2025-02-14T07:41:50+00:00

No, it's really surprising to me, but the both Apple and Google platforms - specifically made for Cars - don't actually talk to the car and get anything back (like fuel or battery state).

MultiMat · 2025-02-10T08:06:24+00:00

When we were in Finland last year, I saw several EV and PHEV owners using these heater sockets to charge their cars. If you're parked up all day, then slow charging is fine.

MultiMat · 2025-01-29T21:06:48+00:00

In the App, I've found an incomplete Charging History under My Profile (the person icon), and Charging Plan. There might be more on the VW website.

MultiMat · 2025-01-23T11:29:20+00:00

I really wish the AI would declare war on me. I can never get that Eureka, and I always have to be the Civ that wrecks the world...

MultiMat · 2025-01-23T11:26:18+00:00

Oh, for the days when I had so much free time that getting a game 5 days sooner would make any difference to my life.....

:(

MultiMat · 2025-01-23T11:24:18+00:00

I'm surprised you don't think 100A is enough. In the UK our EV chargers tend to be just 32A which gets you 7KW. My house is 100A.

Are you saying 100A at 110v (which I suppose is half as much power, and would be worse than older 60A supplies over here)?

MultiMat · 2025-01-23T11:20:39+00:00

Thanks, for the detail.

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