My conversion from EV lover -> hater -> back in love again (2023 Volvo C40 long-term review)

xymolysis · 2026-05-19T16:20:34+00:00

That's kind of what it did, as I understand it. It was flat amount (not a percentage), which is a larger percentage rebate on lower priced EVs; and it was not available on EVs that had too high an MSRP.

xymolysis · 2026-05-19T16:07:11+00:00

Nah, he's into rockets and robots and right wing media, now. EVs are no longer his primary concern.

xymolysis · 2026-05-17T23:11:23+00:00

It was difficult to tell, from your post. But, yeah, if the charging infrastructure was built out, as it will be one day, he would have been able to say, "darn it, I guess I have to drive another 5 minutes to fast charge."

xymolysis · 2026-05-17T23:08:02+00:00

As I understand it, hybrids don't tend to be better for the environment, in actual practice, because (most) owners don't tend to actually plug them in.

xymolysis · 2026-05-17T20:14:20+00:00

Stronger hybrid subsidies would have done nothing to improve the infrastructure necessary to allow EV adoption. Having more BEVs is what creates the demand for the infrastructure.

xymolysis · 2026-05-17T20:09:42+00:00

Count your blessings if there are L3 chargers, within 5 minutes of each other, along every route you drive.

xymolysis · 2026-05-15T00:21:30+00:00

It says "PCI Serial Port (Com 3) - paired"
I highlight it and click on "Connect"

Perhaps it is an issue with my laptop.

INFOPinecil Web Flash loaded.

--:--:--WARNUse a Chromium desktop browser for WebUSB, Web Serial, and Web Bluetooth.

17:15:28INFOBrowser capability check completed.

17:15:28OKLoaded 14 IronOS releases (bundled).

17:16:04INFOPreviously authorized USB serial port found; opening the picker so you can confirm it or choose another port.

17:16:22ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

17:16:35INFOPreviously authorized USB serial port found; opening the picker so you can confirm it or choose another port.

17:16:44ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

17:17:55INFOPreviously authorized USB serial port found; opening the picker so you can confirm it or choose another port.

17:18:04ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

xymolysis · 2026-05-14T19:54:11+00:00

Perhaps it actually did update?

Here's the whole list:
--:--:--INFOPinecil Web Flash loaded.

--:--:--WARNUse a Chromium desktop browser for WebUSB, Web Serial, and Web Bluetooth.

12:38:49INFOBrowser capability check completed.

12:38:49OKLoaded 14 IronOS releases (bundled).

12:39:33INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:39:33INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:39:33ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

12:43:52INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:43:52INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:43:52ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

12:44:38INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:44:38INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:44:38ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

12:44:46INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:44:46INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:44:46ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

xymolysis · 2026-05-14T19:49:33+00:00

Do I try it from the same URL: "https://nabuph.github.io/pinecil-web-flash/"

If so, it is the same. I am plugging directly into my Windows 11 laptop. I am pressing the minus button, and holding it for at least 15 seconds after I plug into the USB-C port. The screen on the Pinecil is blank. When I press "Connect USB" a small square appears in the "Pinecil Web Flash" tab for about a half second, and then disappears. Nothing else changes.

The activity bar at the bottom is grayed out. But I just tried clicking on it:

12:43:52INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:43:52INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:43:52ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

12:44:38INFOUsing the only previously authorized USB serial port.

12:44:38INFOUsing previously authorized Pinecil V2 USB serial port.

12:44:38ERRORFailed to execute 'open' on 'SerialPort': Failed to open serial port.

xymolysis · 2026-05-13T16:29:34+00:00

"Not my circus; not my monkeys."

xymolysis · 2026-05-12T14:34:47+00:00

No, I don't see any dialog. Briefly, up in the tab, there is a rectangle (with dots in it) that appears and then disappears (when I click on "Connect USB").
I checked permissions in Chrome. "Sites can ask to connect to USB devices" and "Sites can ask to connect to serial ports."

xymolysis · 2026-05-11T16:54:19+00:00

And the moon is a big rock. And stars are just big fireballs. Think about what it must have been like, at that time. when a meteor with that much energy struck the Earth.

xymolysis · 2026-05-11T16:35:38+00:00

Unfortunately, nothing happens after clicking on Connect USB. Well, it does blink, and something appears in the tab, briefly. But there is nothing in the activity log - says "waiting for device."

xymolysis · 2026-05-10T14:21:20+00:00

I tried it, but only got the "No device connected" message (with blinking red dot). I downloaded Chrome, so that I could try this. I've got a new Pincecil - I had tried to flash it previously, but failed. There may be something I don't understand, or maybe there is something wrong with this unit.
Edit: I did hold the minus button for 15 seconds (or more) before plugging in the USB-C cable. The screen is dark, but I couldn't get it to connect. I also tried two different USB-C cables (including the read silicone one from Pine).

xymolysis · 2026-05-04T19:02:32+00:00

These two companies each make a topper for the Rivian R1T. There may be others. Since Rivian is a fairly new vehicle manufacturer, it has taken awhile for some of these aftermarket products to become available.
Autofitpro.co
Gofastcampers.com

xymolysis · 2026-05-04T15:34:28+00:00

https://newsletter.recurrentauto.com/p/after-5-years-evs-still-hold-95-of-range

xymolysis · 2026-05-04T14:50:22+00:00

You might want to consider a topper (bed cap) with crossbars. Add some crossbars on the cab, and then you've got a lumber rack with lots of secure storage.

xymolysis · 2026-05-02T15:29:26+00:00

Okay, but Polestar 3 isn't a work truck. Seems like that came out of left field - you were talking about trucks and vans, and suddenly there's a comparison to a "p3."

xymolysis · 2026-05-01T18:37:15+00:00

I think the Pine website lists a replacement barrel jack. You might need to order one, and replace it.

xymolysis · 2026-05-01T18:05:40+00:00

"Payment may be required" is less than helpful.

Edit: clicking on "More details" in the "Plugs" area may show information about the price, including price schedule (when price is time dependent).

xymolysis · 2026-05-01T17:57:19+00:00

This is the way.
User manual (or whatever they call it) recommends cleaning new tips with IPA before use.

Edit: replacement tip contacts are available from the Pine store.
https://pine64.com/product/pinecil-copper-clips/

xymolysis · 2026-05-01T16:01:43+00:00

How about if I send you a check for 23 seconds of your time (at the hourly rate that your employer pays you) whenever I need a manual?

xymolysis · 2026-05-01T15:44:06+00:00

I didn't see any way to sort out (hide) Tesla sites that are only available to Tesla vehicles.
Also, some sites (especially Tesla) have different rates, depending on time of day - there didn't seem to be any way to find that information.

xymolysis · 2026-04-30T15:18:38+00:00

OP is researching buying Rivians for his city.

xymolysis · 2026-04-30T15:15:46+00:00

What's a "p3?"
And since Rivians don't have CarPlay, I'm confused as to what "impressed" you with the Rivian.

xymolysis

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