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Hmm...my 4cyl ICE went from 40mpg to 38mpg after 100k miles. Does that mean my engine's SoH dropped to 95%? Seriously, this debate is as long running as EVs of all types. Plug and drive (not at the same time by the way). In the end, the minor change that results from regular use during the...

If you are big on range, be wary of the current iteration of the Wrangler/Grand Cherokee 4xes. On battery alone they are good for about 20-26 miles depending on platform, from about 14-15kWh usable (pack is supposed to be either 17 or 18, not entirely sure). Not exactly great unless you are...

This is purely my own opinion, based upon my own experiences so take it for what its worth to you. Brake fluid service seems to be the most heavily pushed by non-US manufacturers. I've had vehicles with between 150k and 200k with the original brake fluid and had no issues beyond the fluid...

I wouldn't say it has nothing to do with battery temperature, but in absence of any proof to back up my claim, I get where people are coming from. Just seems odd that it would refuse to stay in my preferred mode (when I could get it to switch) for more than a few seconds until I turned the A/C...

So here's a weird one for everyone. I've noticed on several occasions that the car will randomly drop out of the selected drive mode (I use Unbridle[d] almost exclusively) and prevent selecting a different mode for a variable amount of time. Yesterday I noticed what I thought could be the...

I doubt this will be a popular opinion so bear with me. I had a 2005 Cavalier that only had one mode that allowed recirculate (it was a dial control, no separate control for Recirc). Because I liked using recirc in modes other than vent, I just reached under the dash when the recirc door was...

I am lucky enough to have a power company that doesn't differentiate between time of day and power generated. I get essentially a one-for-one exchange with my local coop. What I cannot tell you is how much I've generated vs what I've used (I know I've generated more than I've used since months...

I have to share my Grizzl-E duo between three plugins currently so my MMe tends to only get plugged in once a week, usually starting around 50-60% and topping off at 100%. I tried doing the charge % limiting, but spent too many years chasing F on my gassers to break that habit. My LEAF and...

If it is cold enough for the heat to work (on or not), yes, I often feel like there is a draft coming from under the dashboard. No obvious leaks, but no evidence of water infiltration at least. Early job 1 (Jan 21 I think) model if it matters.

Oh look, an EV fire! Let's roast (pun intended) all EVs for being unsafe! Yeah, sure, and ignore the half a dozen or so crispy critters (aka ICE vehicles) you see on any of the numerous US interstates during a given month that have suffered a catastrophic fuel- or electrical-sourced combustion...

A little late to the party (as usual) and probably a little off topic, but looking at the OP's first photo, am I correct in assuming that Ford stopped putting that ridiculous divider in the frunk? I don't see the mount points for the various panels. (yes, I have already removed mine; one of...

I've gone through way too many car purchases in the last 12 years (am ashamed of the number so I won't list it here), but one thing I've learned over that time is that dealers are always looking out for themselves. If you don't have it in writing, and more specifically, if it isn't a legal...

Love this topic. It has only been beaten to death 10k+ times on every battery-powered (hybrid, BEV,EREV, etc.) vehicle forum since they first appeared, no offence to OP or the countless others who have proposed this question. This is exactly why I strongly disagree with manufacturers who have...

Good info. I've viewed quite a few of the EV related videos from the Weber series and have always been impressed with their level of detail.

Probably not the scope of this survey, but if by classic you mean like the first-gen 64-66 models, oh hell yes I'd buy it again! Latest gens look nice (had a '19 Bullitt), but my rather large frame doesn't work well with the seats.

I've subscribed to Sirius/XM in its various guises for years and one thing doesn't change - if you have any inactive radios on your account, you are fair game. Spam emails, phone calls, post mailers, etc. I've got three active radios currently and I still get hounded to either upgrade my...

Respectfully disagree. Heavier gauge wiring is much more challenging to sever, or at least it has been in my experience. Trying to cut into the wiring I used for my system with a pair of cutters was far more difficult than cutting, say, stereo wiring. Not saying all heavier wire is...

I recently upgraded from a Siemens VersaCharge (~2012/13?) to a Grizzl-E Duo and have to admit I prefer the larger gauge cords. Although more easy to trip over, they are (or at least appear) much less likely to be damaged by falling objects, or being trampled on, etc. As for bells and...

Hot, sweaty, with an overwhelming sense of emptyness...or were you referring to the dating line?

Pale Rider, although I'm sure we've (the car and me) have been called a few less polite terms post-red lights. 🚨🏎