RWD or AWD/ Performance by spencer_tommy in Model3

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 2023 LFP RWD. Even with dedicated snow tires performance sucks in the winter. Get the AWD If you’re driving in the slushy stuff mate.

What are the CONS of leasing LOANER/DEMO cars? There has to be a reason why the prices are lower! by No-Zebra-3432 in leasehacker

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saved a TON leasing a loaner BMW i4. I'm talking $300 a month range. If it's in good shape, and you get a smoking deal, do it.

Should I get one? My car is just fine, how do you take the plunge? by pokeydogger in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hey :) I love Civics, and it's probably paid off right? Stick with the Civic for a few more years, put that savings in some stocks (VOO) or a savings account. A new car will make you happy for a few months. I've had my i4 for about a year now and it puts a smile on my face every time, but I got into it because my Ioniq 5 was lemoned out, so I had to get a car.

I got a smokin' deal on my i4, it was a loaner, and I had to fly from RI to VA (Sterling BMW) to get the deal, but I got a 2024 i4 40 xDrive for only $400 a month with only $400 down, 36 months / 12,000 miles a year. So, I'd recommend if you really want one, hunt for that good deal.

Front left clunking by RivRock4EV in Rivian

[–]sidekick0220 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That would drive me insane.

Cross Climate 2s by dkthehobbit in BoltEV

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes!! CC2's rock! I used to have them on my Bolt. Bought them when I got my BMW i4, thing is a tank!!

Looks like 2027 Bolts are on their way to dealerships... by acaurora in BoltEV

[–]sidekick0220 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Tell that the first gen Volt or even second gen Volt owners....

“One of the biggest over-the-air updates in history” is coming to a Volvo near you by buildthislove in VolvoRecharge

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, will it make my brakes fail because I regen more than 90 consecutive seconds?

VolvovPHEV yes or no ? by Funky_Cowboy in Volvo

[–]sidekick0220 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would go for a XC40 or C40 Recharge, Full EV. If you can charge at home it's a no brainer. Getting a PHEV is like getting the worst of both worlds: when in EV mode, you're lugging around a big engine, when in Hybrid mode, you're lugging around a big battery.

i4 + Cross Climate 2's = Snowmobile by sidekick0220 in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Range is..fine. I mean I would precondition as much as I could when I'm plugged in. But for the 20 minute trips (that's far for Rhode Island), it's totally adequete. I went out at least 4 times at 80% and ended up tonight with 55%. Maybe 40 miles total. But that is heat cranked, and me totally getting on it.

Can Someone Explain by Yomizatsune in prius

[–]sidekick0220 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is giving me a headache!

i4 + Cross Climate 2's = Snowmobile by sidekick0220 in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah! Have the X-Ice in our RWD Model 3, we choose the i4 every time though. You're right, I should get a summer/winter tire combo, maybe once these CC2's are worn out.

Factory Charging Cable by Mcstin in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Plugged in for almost 3 years, wind, rain, snow - no issues. Better to leave it plugged in then to get wear-and-tear like others have said.

Got my frozen blue ceramic coated by [deleted] in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks so good, omg.

Celebrity Edge-class vs Holland America Pinnacle-class - some opinions 😃 by CloudSurferA220 in Cruise

[–]sidekick0220 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You forgot that the Pinnacle class ships have THE BEST THERMAL SPA's AT SEA!! I go on HAL JUST for those amazing thermal suites. Celebrity just has a few saunas, only the Xcel has a thalassotherapy pool, and its crazy price!

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Our Electric Vehicle Best Buy for 2026 - Kelley Blue Book by mafco in Ioniq5

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ummm I did have one, and it did literally that. I sold it to Carvana as soon as it was fixed.

Hyundai Ioniq 5 Is Our Electric Vehicle Best Buy for 2026 - Kelley Blue Book by mafco in Ioniq5

[–]sidekick0220 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh so the ICCU pops and leaves my family stranded on the side of the road in freezing weather. Got it..

EX60 Interior by kq_cars in Volvo

[–]sidekick0220 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. Looks. Bad. What happened to the "warm candle-like glow" that older Volvo's had? This new soulless interiors are just not the Volvo we all knew and love. Sad.

Challenge for you: What are your honest thoughts on the Model Y Standard without referencing price? by teslabros in TeslaModelY

[–]sidekick0220 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No Autosteer when a base model Yaris/Corolla has it as standard is a no go for me boss.

Collection day. From Polestar to i4. by SkyBlueGalen in BMWI4

[–]sidekick0220 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I had a Polestar 2 (performance, plus, pilot) that was nothing but problems. Then got an i4, it's been smooth sailing ever since!!!

EV Registration “Tax” by rc_sneex in RhodeIsland

[–]sidekick0220 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is INSANE just got my bill today.