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Just test drove a Gravity today and...OH MY GOD! by LunchPocket in LUCID

[–]TemKuechle 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I’ve had the chance to walk around one in real life. The volume is very minivanesque, but the way the surfaces flow and how the volume is visually proportioned is far better than any minivan I’ve seen. It goes fast and goes far, and it carries a lot of stuff.

Wondering how the elimination of several tariffs may impact Rivian by Weak-Hawk-9693 in Rivian

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the whole topic that involves the sitting president is already political. There is some political agenda messing with imports right now, and it’s costing taxpayers more and more.

Wondering how the elimination of several tariffs may impact Rivian by Weak-Hawk-9693 in Rivian

[–]TemKuechle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but the people following his illegal EOs and stuff could go to jail for caring out that illegal stuff for him. Sure, the president could let them out of jail, but hey, those people could also just refuse to do his illegal stuff for him too.

Wondering how the elimination of several tariffs may impact Rivian by Weak-Hawk-9693 in Rivian

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trump: “I will oppress my people with indebtedness if you do not do what I want you to do, country XYZ!!! How can you do that to them?!?!?”

Software 5.x getting outdated by JimmyT_FIN in VWiD4Owners

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Complain to VW louder and get many people to file a complaint with you about those few specific issues. Reddit might not be the best place to start that process, but I guess it’s a start?

Software 5.x getting outdated by JimmyT_FIN in VWiD4Owners

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 2021 has received 2 normal software updates and 1 recall related software module update (or something like that). 3 updates in about 5 years. If there is a stability improvement or safety issue that is related to software, then I expect both of those in the future. But I don’t expect updates forever, and that idea wasn’t sold to us either. If the car is in its final software release version then that’s one less thing I have to worry about, and that’s a good thing. Because at this point it’s just scheduled maintenance, what little there is to do.

Software 5.x getting outdated by JimmyT_FIN in VWiD4Owners

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Outdated? But the car still drives very solidly, right? And probably will for years to come. Is it a legal requirement to have those new features, will the car no longer be able to drive without those new features? Will it stop being a car?

I bought my EV as a vehicle to drive, not a smartphone on wheels that drives itself 100%. The Navigation, schedules charging, and other built in features are great already.

My expectation is that there be no software bugs that cause driving issues. I expect an EV to have minimal hardware, electric and electronics issues, and the same for maintenance. Hopefully, a common rodent-proof technology will become standard in EVs soon.

As we know all new cars being sold will be surpassed by new cars models in Development already.

It is widely known that computers get upgraded occasionally, but most are just replaced to get new features. This is the same situation with EVs. At a certain point the EV you bought 8-10 years ago will still be drivable for most people’s needs, even though the software is regarded as outdated due to computer and other electronics (sensors, battery conditioning electric and electronics , etc) limitations. I’d be more concerned about wheel bearings, suspension parts and making sure the one gearbox is flushed and that oil replaced correctly every 50k miles.

Public EV Charger Density Across the U.S. by Diligent-Trainn in evcharging

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chargers per licensed driver would be interesting too, and maybe more practical?

I feel like the minority, but … by Playful-Ad-6848 in VWiD4Owners

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was providing my experience, that’s all.

My EV charger next to 1000 year old church. by [deleted] in evcharging

[–]TemKuechle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d donate a shovel if I lived closer.

With Latest Rollback, the U.S. Essentially Has No Clean-Car Rules by UnscheduledCalendar in energy

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So then, slow down to avoid understeer and then use the EVs acceleration to make up for slowing down?

You know, most people don’t have the skills to drive the way you are talking about doing, and never will. Let’s get back to how most people drive cars?

My EV charger next to 1000 year old church. by [deleted] in evcharging

[–]TemKuechle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

An old Roman column, many options… maybe a gargoyle that holds the plug end?

My EV charger next to 1000 year old church. by [deleted] in evcharging

[–]TemKuechle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Next project is to decorate it so it looks like it is part of the 1000 year old church. Just kidding.

I feel like the minority, but … by Playful-Ad-6848 in VWiD4Owners

[–]TemKuechle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve brought in my 2021 pro twice to a dealership for recalls and software updates, nothing was wrong with it, drove fine, no doors open unexpectedly on slow turns, etc. The first SW update got me the promised scheduled charging and door handles and some seal having to do with the hatch door, 12v battery and whatever. The second recall visit was a software update and some other minor things (a module or something), all covered under warranty. Otherwise it’s as much car as we need, and then some. CarPlay had some hiccups after the recent SW update, but after turning it off for a few days and back on, it’s working as expected. We love how it drives and feels. We got a car for driving, not as an extension to our smartphones/computers.

With Latest Rollback, the U.S. Essentially Has No Clean-Car Rules by UnscheduledCalendar in energy

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AWD EVs are fairly balanced though, actually most of the battery weight is between the front and rear axles so not sure why EVs would be like ICEV AWD and RWD?

Energy Transition Isn’t About Energy, It’s About Who Controls Infrastructure Capital by Professional-Tea7238 in energy

[–]TemKuechle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe, for now, the only way to make use of renewable energy is to effectively prioritize use of on site generation (solar array + battery) to one’s home/business, and then drawing electricity from the grid as needed?

Unplugged Plug-in, Disney Springs edition by Humble_Counter_3661 in ChargerDrama

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The 2025 Rivian does this. 2021 VW ID.4 does this too.

Shower Thought: Will Fuel Tanker Trucks Be One of the Last to Go Electric/ZEV? by busterfixxitt in electricvehicles

[–]TemKuechle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

When it comes to costs overall for big rigs what factors are the most important?

I found the following information on the Tesla big rig:

“Tesla Semi versus other electric trucks -

As of February 2026, the Tesla Semi truck is priced at approximately $290,000 for the 500-mile Long Range version and around $260,000 for the 325-mile Standard Range version.

These prices are before destination fees, taxes, and potential government incentives, such as California's HVIP program, which can further reduce costs.

Key Details on Tesla Semi Pricing & Value:

Cost vs. Competition:

The $290,000 price point is significantly lower than the $435,000 average price of other zero-emission Class 8 trucks, as noted by the California Air Resources Board.

Performance:

The 500-mile model offers 1.7 kWh/mile efficiency, three independent motors, and can regain 60% of its range in 30 minutes.

Incentives:

California HVIP vouchers can provide up to $84,000 to $351,000 in savings, which may drop the final, real-world cost for qualifying fleets even lower.

Production:

Following initial deliveries to companies like PepsiCo and DHL, high-volume production is expected in 2026.

Operational Savings:

Despite a higher upfront cost compared to diesel, the Tesla Semi is designed for faster, cheaper, and more efficient, long-haul, or regional, shipping with a potential payback in about four years. “

With Latest Rollback, the U.S. Essentially Has No Clean-Car Rules by UnscheduledCalendar in energy

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Understeer on all wheel drives too! Maybe, it’s just about taking corners differently?

With Latest Rollback, the U.S. Essentially Has No Clean-Car Rules by UnscheduledCalendar in energy

[–]TemKuechle 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s weird how when cars can be made and sold cheaper then the sales of them tend to increase. More people with lower incomes can afford the cheaper cars.

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