New to the EV world…

[Nabco]

Hi everyone, thanks for letting join. I’m a car guy, current ”fleet” is a 1930 Model A Deluxe Coupe completely stock, we are the 3rd owners, my father-in-law was the second, C5 Corvette (100% show car), Hummer H2, Mini Clubman S, HHR SS, and a Chrysler Town & Country

My wife and I have fallen in love with the Mach e, will probably purchase a 2023 Premium, anything we should know before pulling the trigger.
TIA, Nick

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[hawkeye3point1]

anything we should know before pulling the trigger.
TIA, Nick

Besides the reading up on the normal EV transition learning curves, my recommendation is to test drive on bad roads and Highway overpasses with expansion joints. You will feel the road more than most family cars. Just so it does not come as a surprise post delivery.

 

[Mirak]

Do you have any specific questions?

The only general advice I can give you is that public charging frequently remains a pain in the butt. If you will be mostly charging in your garage, it's a joy. If you plan to use it for frequent road trips, don't expect the charging to be anywhere near as convenient as filling up with gas.

Oh, and does value matter to you? The Tesla Model Y, for all its faults, is indisputably a better value at present after the most recent price reductions.

 

[Maquis]

Some evening when you have nothing better to do, pour your beverage of choice and browse this forum. You’ll learn a few things, have a few laughs, and likely come up some specific questions that the more-seasoned members can answer.

 

[Jimrpa]

Hi everyone, thanks for letting join. I’m a car guy, current ”fleet” is a 1930 Model A Deluxe Coupe completely stock, we are the 3rd owners, my father-in-law was the second, C5 Corvette (100% show car), Hummer H2, Mini Clubman S, HHR SS, and a Chrysler Town & Country

My wife and I have fallen in love with the Mach e, will probably purchase a 2023 Premium, anything we should know before pulling the trigger.
TIA, Nick

Ignore all the naysayers, pull the trigger and enjoy your new car!
(Keep in the back of your head a tiny, little reminder that you are an early adopter of Ford’s first mass-market EV so there may be an occasional little hiccup. Nothing to worry about though!)
Have fun and welcome to the club!

 

[generaltso]

Premium, anything we should know before pulling the trigger.

You’ll get less range In winter.

 

[The Black Horse]

if you can afford it - buy the extended range battery.

 

[Guss-E 2021]

Is it just the look of the car or are wanting to dump the world of gasoline?

 

[The Black Horse]

Also, buy this car because you like the car not all the tech that comes with EV's.

You seem like a car guy so this won't be a problem. I'm more of a tech nerd and feel let down by the cars ui, systems, over the air updates, all that tech bs.

The build quality, drive, looks, styling, handling, etc are all AMAZING though.

 

[Fremont Kid]

Do you have any specific questions?

The only general advice I can give you is that public charging frequently remains a pain in the butt. If you will be mostly charging in your garage, it's a joy. If you plan to use it for frequent road trips, don't expect the charging to be anywhere near as convenient as filling up with gas.

Oh, and does value matter to you? The Tesla Model Y, for all its faults, is indisputably a better value at present after the most recent price reductions.

I'll add a few items. First, investigate with a reputable electrical company whether your home electrical supply will need to be upgraded. Preferably use a company which has installed EV chargers. Keep all contracts and receipts for #6 below. The Ford Mobile Charger at 240V pulls 32A which means you'll need at least a dedicated 40A circuit breaker. Ensure you have an acceptable location to mount the charger and can park the MME close enough for the 20' cable to reach.
Second, survey this blog site for acronyms , which are plenty. Examples, MME = mustang mach-e, and OTA = over the air (software updates). I include others below.
Third, regarding OTA, be sure your EV can be within WiFi range to receive OTA updates. Also, users can set this and other preferences so they meet your needs and don't disadvantage you. Check with your Ford dealer, check this blog site and see internet articles. Example, I set the OTA to occur beginning at 3:00 a.m. Critical updates can result in the EV being inoperable during download, thus stranding you until the download completes. Granted, this is not often but setting your preferred time is a simple way to manage this risk.
Fourth and fifth, monitor EV range performance (4) during different weather conditions so you know the range, and learn of the chargers(5) where you want to take longer trips. This may mean you join several charging networks. Ford has partnered with Electrify America (EA - acronym) but there are many others. Most require membership/accounts to activate their chargers. You want to ensure your EV has sufficient charge to return home.
Sixth, investigate the tax credits and/or purchase rebates available to you. Purchasing the MME and living in Illinois, the federal $7,500 tax credit, federal $1,000 charger installation, and state $4,000 rebate, are available to me. A Possible $12,500 value. The state rebate has conditions so learn those that apply to you.
Seventh - and last for now: You own enough cars to understand performance features. The MME with extended range (ER) battery - 91kW - weighs 5,000 lbs but I think drives quite smooth and nimble. See if you can test drive to determine if you'll like it. Also, living in Ohio, you may want all wheel drive (AWD). I decided I needed it for snow and ice. I met another MME owner from WI who opted for rear wheel drive (RWD) feeling the weight would help keep the car on the road.

 

[phil]

Hi everyone, thanks for letting join.

Alright, who let this guy in??

Good luck with your purchase.

 

[MellowJohnny]

On a scale of 1 - 10, how much "range anxiety" do you think you have?

My SR AWD Premium gets about 200km (~ 125 mi) at 90% in the winter, and given I see you are in Ohio, we are living in roughly the same climate. Also, as of right now, the Mach-E does not pre-warm the battery prior to DC fast charging, and cold batteries don't like fast charging speeds. So if you road trip in the winter (and the EV definition of "winter" is basically anything below 70F) with a SR pack you may be frustrated. On the plus side, with winter tires it is an excellent car for winter driving.

If that scares the pants off of you, the ER may be the way to go.

 

[phil]

On a scale of 1 - 10, how much "range anxiety" do you think you have?

If that scares the pants off of you, the ER may be the way to go.

Most cases of range anxiety can be successfully treated with meditation techniques or a mild sedative. An Emergency Room visit should not be necessary.

 

[Nabco]

Do you have any specific questions?

The only general advice I can give you is that public charging frequently remains a pain in the butt. If you will be mostly charging in your garage, it's a joy. If you plan to use it for frequent road trips, don't expect the charging to be anywhere near as convenient as filling up with gas.

Oh, and does value matter to you? The Tesla Model Y, for all its faults, is indisputably a better value at present after the most recent price reductions.

Thanks, actually took a look at the Model Y today, I don’t think it has enough cargo room, need to be able to fit 2 50 gal tubs in the back that hold our e-bikes.

 

[Nabco]

if you can afford it - buy the extended range battery.

Thanks, not sure I need it, this vehicle would be used primarily for trips under 200 miles, not sure it’s worth spending the additional $8600

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