Recent content by alegory575

The debate over the 80-20% charging rule is useful to have, especially for those looking to get the most life out of NMC batteries.

The trade-off between price and battery chemistry is always the main thing to consider for entry-level vehicles.

It would be a huge step forward if bidirectional charging becomes standard and easy to use without needing extra hardware.

It’s always frustrating when key technical details like battery choices don't get officially addressed and end up as rumors instead.

LFP batteries do tend to be more sensitive in the cold, so it's a valid question regarding how much it actually impacts long-term health.

Emporia is pretty solid, the app has tons of features and the NACS cable management is clean. If you hardwire it, just make sure you use a high-quality breaker that handles continuous loads without overheating. I actually had my tools out ready to DIY this exact unit, but the fear of messing up...

That is a beast of a system you've built over the years. To solve the charging issue without taxing your SimpliPhis, you should look into a smart EVSE like the Zappi or Emporia that features 'Solar Match' logic. I had my system installed by Wolf River Electric here in Minnesota, and they were...

If the company goes under, you’re basically looking at an "orphan" vehicle. While 3D printing handles the plastic bits and trim, you’ll be hunting junkyards or eBay for specialized items like the main traction battery or the drive unit controllers. The RepairPal partnership is great for labor...

The "under 20k" thing feels like a total bait and switch once you add the stuff a normal person actually needs. idc about manual windows but no awd in a rural area is kinda sketchy for a daily driver. tbh you’re probably looking at a 20-30% range hit as soon as the temp drops below freezing...

Yeah ngl, that combo kills it for me too. Morning, Friday, downtown-ish LA… idk who that’s actually for besides people already nearby grabbing coffee.