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    Will Piston Engines Get Clobbered by Electrics?

    There is a reason why I drive plug-in hybrids. For reoccurring, Huntsville to Nashville appointment: Drive up on gas using ~25-45% battery -...
    Post by: bwilson4web, Feb 16, 2019 at 10:57 AM in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News
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    Will Piston Engines Get Clobbered by Electrics?

    Curious about long distance EV travel, the BMW i3-REx is the only test article I have. The lesson's learned: Fast DC charging - needs to be in...
    Post by: bwilson4web, Feb 15, 2019 at 11:51 PM in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News
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    Does the Prius Prime ICE always start?

    Well if you run the gas tank dry, it won’t start. Then you’ll risk other problems. Make sure you have a tool to disconnect the 12V ground. Bob Wilson
    Post by: bwilson4web, Feb 15, 2019 at 6:06 PM in forum: Prime Technical Discussion
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    Will Piston Engines Get Clobbered by Electrics?

    You've got the right idea but the numbers are worse: 45 min full charge versus 4.5 min to get 2.3 gallons of gas $15 for fast DC charge versus $6...
    Post by: bwilson4web, Feb 15, 2019 at 4:56 PM in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News
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    Will Piston Engines Get Clobbered by Electrics?

    I can only discuss my BMW i3-REx: Charging Activity # Post Date Session Info Charger Info Plan Amount Tax Paid Pmt Amt 1 JOSH (983) - DC Fast...
    Post by: bwilson4web, Feb 15, 2019 at 11:17 AM in forum: Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News