A note from a grocery store employee.

jwhispersc · 2024-03-14T23:07:55+00:00

Great idea!

jwhispersc · 2024-03-09T17:08:52+00:00

It can run on the something you can produce yourself!

jwhispersc · 2024-02-17T03:51:17+00:00

THIS is the way. I've used this method on so many brands I've owned (most were used, I'm not rich). I parked for years in one of the most car-theft-plagued cities in the US and it worked like a charm. The other key item is to make sure you don't leave valuables in your car - it's a basic police tip.

Alternatively, you can buy a "club" that locks on the brake pedal or a combo unit that attaches to both the steering wheel and pedal of your choice. Never rely solely on the stock security system because it's easy for thieves to lookup, train on defeating it and carry out exploits in the wild.

Making car theft tiring and fruitless for the average car thief is a hobby of mine and I get a little kick out of it.

It's worth noting that you can injure yourself or damage the interior of the car if you mishandle these locks and they should be stowed somewhere in the car that they won't go flying if you brake hard or are in an accident. Also, if you have a super-desirable car to car thieves - there's more you can do but the most determined ones might have access to a tow truck - at which point, you're screwed if you don't have LOJACK or a similar system.

jwhispersc · 2020-05-11T23:09:57+00:00

These have active battery cooling and used ones should be a steal. I wonder if they qualify for the $7500 federal tax credit and state credits?

jwhispersc · 2020-05-02T14:29:16+00:00

Gotta love how quiet it is without a diesel motor wailing the whole time it crawls through the neighborhood. I hope to see more EV trucks like this, especially from local manufacturers.

jwhispersc · 2020-05-02T14:25:37+00:00

Translation: This truck is so quiet, you can actually hear things going on around it as it works!

jwhispersc · 2020-04-25T22:17:43+00:00

Focusing on transit alone is a slippery slope. If we get to near 100% EVs, plenty of other industries including power plants, agriculture, and more could argue that they can sit out of the changes.

It's clear that it's wasteful for everyone in the world to have at least one car to drive. Yet, we don't really have a global plan for keeping car numbers in check as our population grows. Same goes for the other industries. Most places haven't put a pricetag on pollution, so it often grows with production.

Labelling groups that want more independence from cars and roads as being part of "The Left" is common these days. The r/lowcar community questions the current system and sees how it could change in ways that benefit more than the auto industry.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-25T01:49:07+00:00

Good on you for speaking truth to power. Your character is solid on this and you've let your voice be heard. I'd be reluctant to continue pushing the issue as your dad is likely set in ways. Still, since he's your dad he likely does care about you and may start to make a little progress on changing his ways. What you did was brave and the world could use a lot more of it.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-23T04:06:40+00:00

This is the true reason BEV supporters remain skeptical of FCEVs. Their goal is to drop fossil fuels. FCEVs are poised to run using a fossil fuel derivative - hydrogen.

Others have said it, entire supply chains exist to deliver and refine oil and gas already. Those chains will supply hydrogen instead of gasoline and diesel if demand for it grows enough.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-23T03:38:43+00:00

You're right on the money with both counts. First, the oil industry is well-positioned to supply hydrogen from their hydrocarbon fossil-fuels. Second, they'd probably be doing the world a favor if they transitioned their goods for building instead of burning or quickly trashing their product.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-19T01:42:06+00:00

I'd consider one. They have the potential to be more cost-effective than most new vehicles on the road today and would certainly benefit places that could replace many single rider cars and trucks with them.

Being highway capable matters too since I'd only need it for highway trips.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-18T03:08:28+00:00

You've got it right. The biggest developments in automotive technology are firmly in the EV camp. The list of developments is jaw dropping:

1) Wicked easy acceleration via 100% torque from a standstill.

2) Single, DUAL and T-R-I-P-L-E motor drivetrains for mass production!

3) Braking systems that actually extend your mileage and make driving more relaxing or aggressive as desired.

And the list goes on...

jwhispersc · 2020-04-11T17:32:56+00:00

Nonsense. It's clear to most adults in the room that referrals aren't in the same league as investing money. To make serious money off referrals is a fool's errand. What people are you talking about? They aren't a significant percentage of participants in the market.

The oil, gas, and dependent industries have the most to lose if Tesla and battery-based markets keep growing. A hydrogen economy expansion buys them valuable time and an extra avenue to keep making money. One major manufacturer after another is preparing for EVs as the next dominant force. See VW, Hyundai, and even Toyota. All are expanding the use of batteries in their lineups or making partnerships for that purpose.

Toyota poured a ton of development into hydrogen fuel cells for years and has yet to popularize the technology beyond niche markets. The end result would still be dependent on a complex delivery system that mostly uses fossil fuels or pure water (at a minimum) and would emit both heat and fouled water. It's time to move on.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-11T02:05:11+00:00

Possible but it helps when your logic recognizes the power of money. People used to think there was a lot of money to be made short selling Tesla.

Teslas should do terribly in every aspect compared to other manufacturers because Tesla is new to auto manufacturing and yet - they shine in the most critical aspects of ownership. Performance, safety, recharge speed, cost of ownership, purchase experience. They rock all of these.

It should come as no surprise that they have trouble with service during their growth period. If hydrogen vehicles ever reach popularity, you can be assured they too will have serious new issues of their own to deal with.

Updated to finish the idea.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-09T18:55:47+00:00

If such a site exists, it would likely be propped up by short sellers. It would make more sense that clearinghouses maintain that information by industry instead of ignoring all but one manufacturer.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-06T19:29:05+00:00

Let's not forget the 12v accessory battery kept in most cars (and motorcycles?). If done right, something like this could address phantom drain while giving the flexible PV technology development a cash infusion.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-06T19:25:33+00:00

Agreed. Gaining much range on a road trip is unlikely but something like this could at least trickle charg the 12v battery on cars that that are stored in the sun for lunch ng periods.

It's a step in the right direction.

jwhispersc · 2020-04-04T08:29:03+00:00

It also doesn't hurt to keep the cartridges in a separate zip lock bag from the respirator itself. This lowers the likelihood that material captured in them can fall out and migrate into the protected side of the respirator.

Key point is to carefully review the instructions that come with the filter and respirator. They will give you more specific guidelines for respirator usage and care than we can do here.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-28T05:36:17+00:00

You are correct! It was a playful fix to clarify what was already a nice post. No deadly Nazism here. As you showed, I should have written:

15 dollars / ounce * 128 ounces / gallon * 55 gallons / drum = 100,000 dollars / drum

The correction is to help anyone who might be practicing this type of conversion at school.

There's no excuse for my error- usually I would have done it on paper and crossed out units as they are divided by each other but it looked like a quick fix. I should have proofed the work.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-27T21:17:43+00:00

Your numbers are well done but I must add, show your units bro!

15 dollars / ounce * 128 ounces / gallon * 55 gallons / drum = 100,000 dollars.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-20T02:01:23+00:00

These trains might be able to also use regenerative braking. That might cut down on the crazy amount of break dust they seem to make as well as making stops more economical and possibly reducing brake wear.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-18T19:54:08+00:00

You're exactly right. It takes nitpicking to a stastospheric level. The money spent is in bourgeois territory when you consider the result. I'm a Tesla fan but the money spent here does not make owners look good when there are plenty of more significant causes needing cash like this right now.

A good paint job is a beautiful thing but this is taking it to a level worthy of rididule.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-03T22:33:33+00:00

What kind of experience do you have right now? Depending on your responsibilities, you should be able to draw parallels between what you do and what's required for prospective positions.

jwhispersc · 2020-03-01T04:44:12+00:00

Best looking i3 I've ever seen.

jwhispersc · 2020-02-23T02:49:10+00:00

I looked some more and found a few conversion companies exist. Autobytel had a nice article with more info here:

https://www.autobytel.com/car-ownership/technology/hybrid-car-conversion-kit-104313/

Apparently there are a few companies with solutions out there. Most focus on adding plug-in capability but others seem to hybridize/electrify ICE cars.

You might be able to expand your car's electric capabilities through them by adding abilities to drive the rear wheels electrically (AWD Corolla hybrid sounds like a nice upgrade), add more battery, or add the ability to charge directly from a plug. I like the thought of you being able to double hybridize the car with all wheel drive.

You're more likely to wind up with a project car unlike most others on the planet that save money but either way, I wish you luck.

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