089 - Solar and Battery, time for an EV
About this episode
Exploring the intersection of solar energy, battery storage, and electric vehicles, this episode features a discussion with a listener contemplating an EV purchase. The conversation delves into the benefits of solar power for charging, the practicality of various EV models, and the challenges of dealership experiences. With insights on battery longevity and charging efficiency, the hosts emphasize the importance of understanding one’s energy needs and the evolving landscape of electric vehicles. Personal anecdotes and listener interactions add depth to the exploration of going electric.
Toyota Prado
"...second car. We're currently that we've got a 2022 Toyota Prado, which is obviously diesel and a 2016 Golf GTI 40..."
Volkswagen Golf Gti
"...oyota Prado, which is obviously diesel and a 2016 Golf GTI 40 years. And that's been a great car. But I know..."
Byd Shark 6
"...'s be clear. Yeah, that's right. Although the BYD shark, I know people bag it, but I've been. Who bags?"
Tesla Model Y
"...for something more the size of a model three or a model Y maybe or a pole star or or, or the seal, actually..."
Hyundai Ionic
"...V about three years ago. It was a used 2029, 2019 Hyundai Ionic. Okay."
Delorean DMC-12
"..., I mean, without the, without the benefit of the DeLorean or otherwise, do you see this has been your last ..."
Volkswagen Id Buzz
"... love the car. And mate, we're going to drive the ID buzz later in the year. I think I think we put that in..."
Nissan Leaf
"Yeah. So I guess to start with, I've had a Nissan Leaf for about five years. Great little thing."
Zeekr Zika 7X
"...ay Alan pointed out in his message to me that the Zika 7X, he says, he's got it right, he can charge a 22 k..."
Ford Explorer
"Yeah. And the Explorer one, you've got to bring your own cable. Right."
Porsche Man
"That's coming. We're going to make him a Porsche man. That's what's going to happen."
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