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Back in 20 I drove a company hybrid ford fusion from Philly to Lebanon on $6 of gas and I had all the echo stuff turned off and drove like my asshole self
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JeepinMaxx
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I think if I was going hybrid, I would go with the Wrangler 4XE because from what I understand - most of the drivetrain is the same as the regular Wrangler (like axles, transmission, suspension). Just with an electric motor/generator between the engine and the transmission.
Also, this may have changed, but I think you can choose between electric only, engine only, or hybrid depending on your needs.
So if I hate the hybrid part, I can just run in engine mode (although it would be under powered hauling an extra 1000 lbs of battery and hybrid parts around)
Eventually they won't let us buy fuel and I'd have to resort to running a still and using home made ethanol...
Also, this may have changed, but I think you can choose between electric only, engine only, or hybrid depending on your needs.
So if I hate the hybrid part, I can just run in engine mode (although it would be under powered hauling an extra 1000 lbs of battery and hybrid parts around)
Eventually they won't let us buy fuel and I'd have to resort to running a still and using home made ethanol...
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10:10 I would have a gas moonshine still if that actually happened
YJScrounge
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A new level said:
Twas very close to that in the late 70's. We were going to produce it from oranges. But then drinking happened and Oh Well...
JeepinMaxx
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Horn said:
I have a buddy in upstate NY that runs a generator for his cabin off a wood gasifier!
joe98tj
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A post from the tj forum about the grand cherokee:
"Annnnnd the Grand Cherokee 4XE recall advising people to STOP CHARGING their vehicles or they may catch FIRE has completely wasted the extra investment in the plug in hybrid vehicle.
Wife has a pretty good bit of buyer's remorse with the 4XE now because the SW update that makes the gas engine run long enough to heat the oil past the gasoline evap point already impacted the electric range of the vehicle. As I understand it, the gasoline contamination of the oil was becoming an issue because folks were only running the gas engines briefly and never getting them hot enough, long enough to evaporate gas contamination of the oil, resulting in reduced lubrication and oil life. Definitely not bueno in a turbocharged 4 banger. Jeep's solution was to change the software to shut off the electric motor and FORCE ICE use to get it up to temp and prevent thinning the oil out. There is a class action lawsuit on that issue.
So, basically, Grand Cherokee 4XE owners now have asspensive turbo 4 cylinder SUVs.
I'm looking into the state's lemon law as an avenue to force a buyback and she says she'll pick up a new wrangler. We'll see how that plays out.
The Grand Cherokee IS still a very comfortable vehicle to ride in and that turbo 4 is pretty peppy even if it does sound like it's gonna come apart at full throttle.
Meanwhile, Hertz has decided to divest themselves of all their Chevy Bolt SUVs. I'm going to test drive one and see if I can't get it cheap. Hertz completed all the recall battery swaps on their fleet, so that should be done. IF i fit in it and don't hate it, I'll see if I can find one that had the battery replacement done recently to maximize battery life.
We do have a possible move coming up due to her career (mine is nearly over, so if she moves, I'm going to telework if the boss allows it or, retire early if he balks). Won't buy anything soon if that move materializes."
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"Annnnnd the Grand Cherokee 4XE recall advising people to STOP CHARGING their vehicles or they may catch FIRE has completely wasted the extra investment in the plug in hybrid vehicle.
Wife has a pretty good bit of buyer's remorse with the 4XE now because the SW update that makes the gas engine run long enough to heat the oil past the gasoline evap point already impacted the electric range of the vehicle. As I understand it, the gasoline contamination of the oil was becoming an issue because folks were only running the gas engines briefly and never getting them hot enough, long enough to evaporate gas contamination of the oil, resulting in reduced lubrication and oil life. Definitely not bueno in a turbocharged 4 banger. Jeep's solution was to change the software to shut off the electric motor and FORCE ICE use to get it up to temp and prevent thinning the oil out. There is a class action lawsuit on that issue.
So, basically, Grand Cherokee 4XE owners now have asspensive turbo 4 cylinder SUVs.
I'm looking into the state's lemon law as an avenue to force a buyback and she says she'll pick up a new wrangler. We'll see how that plays out.
The Grand Cherokee IS still a very comfortable vehicle to ride in and that turbo 4 is pretty peppy even if it does sound like it's gonna come apart at full throttle.
Meanwhile, Hertz has decided to divest themselves of all their Chevy Bolt SUVs. I'm going to test drive one and see if I can't get it cheap. Hertz completed all the recall battery swaps on their fleet, so that should be done. IF i fit in it and don't hate it, I'll see if I can find one that had the battery replacement done recently to maximize battery life.
We do have a possible move coming up due to her career (mine is nearly over, so if she moves, I'm going to telework if the boss allows it or, retire early if he balks). Won't buy anything soon if that move materializes."
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redjeep
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I checked out the Hertz site. You can get a Bolt for $17k with 20,000 miles. They have about a 250 mile range. Not bad if that distance works for your commute.
The Chevrolet Bolt can complete a quarter-mile in 15.1 seconds at 93 miles per hour (mph). The Bolt has a 200-horsepower electric motor and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Here are some other specs for the Chevy Bolt:
Top speed: 93 mph
Acceleration: 0–30 mph in 2.9 seconds
EPA rating: 120 MPGe
Charging: Level 1 charging at 120 volts provides 4 miles of range per hour, while Level 2 fast charging at 240 volts provides 26 miles of range per hour
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The Chevrolet Bolt can complete a quarter-mile in 15.1 seconds at 93 miles per hour (mph). The Bolt has a 200-horsepower electric motor and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Here are some other specs for the Chevy Bolt:
Top speed: 93 mph
Acceleration: 0–30 mph in 2.9 seconds
EPA rating: 120 MPGe
Charging: Level 1 charging at 120 volts provides 4 miles of range per hour, while Level 2 fast charging at 240 volts provides 26 miles of range per hour
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https://interestingengineering.com/transportation/world-first-solid-state-ev-mercedes
‘World’s first’ solid-state EV from Mercedes hits roads to deliver 620-mile range
The solid-state battery pack allows for a 25% increase in range without adding size or weight compared to current lithium-ion batteries.
Significant range improvement
The prototype EQS is projected to deliver an impressive 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) of range, based on WLTP testing. This represents a more than 25% improvement over the current EQS 450+ model.
While WLTP figures typically exceed EPA estimates, the vehicle is still expected to achieve a remarkable 527 miles under EPA standards, which easily rivals the range of the Lucid Air.
This extended range is attributed to Factorial Energy’s innovative solid-state battery technology, which replaces the traditional liquid electrolyte with a solid one.
This allows for higher energy density and enhanced safety, while also promising significant weight reductions.
Mercedes-Benz states that the solid-state pack delivers 25% more range within the same size and weight parameters as current lithium-ion batteries.
“Further weight and energy efficiency is achieved through passive battery cooling,” said Mercedes.
The company states the solid-state battery pack has the potential for a 40% range increase in future iterations.
‘World’s first’ solid-state EV from Mercedes hits roads to deliver 620-mile range
The solid-state battery pack allows for a 25% increase in range without adding size or weight compared to current lithium-ion batteries.
Significant range improvement
The prototype EQS is projected to deliver an impressive 620 miles (1,000 kilometers) of range, based on WLTP testing. This represents a more than 25% improvement over the current EQS 450+ model.
While WLTP figures typically exceed EPA estimates, the vehicle is still expected to achieve a remarkable 527 miles under EPA standards, which easily rivals the range of the Lucid Air.
This extended range is attributed to Factorial Energy’s innovative solid-state battery technology, which replaces the traditional liquid electrolyte with a solid one.
This allows for higher energy density and enhanced safety, while also promising significant weight reductions.
Mercedes-Benz states that the solid-state pack delivers 25% more range within the same size and weight parameters as current lithium-ion batteries.
“Further weight and energy efficiency is achieved through passive battery cooling,” said Mercedes.
The company states the solid-state battery pack has the potential for a 40% range increase in future iterations.
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America comes up with the idea, Germany perfects it, then Japan makes it reliable…
