# EV Small Talk **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the EV Small Talk category](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-ev-small-talk-category/181)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.electricforum.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2016, 2:56am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/about-the-ev-small-talk-category/181 "2016-12-18T02:56:49Z")
Humor, Politics, Industry --- ## [How many miles has your EV got on the clock?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-many-miles-has-your-ev-got-on-the-clock/6222)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2025, 1:21am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-many-miles-has-your-ev-got-on-the-clock/6222 "2025-05-27T01:21:17Z")
As more and more people switch to EVs we would be very interested to learn how many miles your EV has on the clock. Please post your vehicle type and miles on the clock below. --- ## [Rules for Off Topic Chat](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rules-for-off-topic-chat/5559)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2015, 10:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rules-for-off-topic-chat/5559 "2015-11-12T10:14:31Z")
The rules for off topic chat are simple:- 1 Keep it Civil 2 No Personal Attacks 3 Have Fun 4 WILL be Moderated to the SITE RULES So what's on your mind? --- ## [Posting Images](https://community.electricforum.com/t/posting-images/4961)
**Author:** [@Old\_Houseboater](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Old_Houseboater)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2023, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/posting-images/4961 "2023-05-02T23:17:23Z")
We have had complaints about the inability to post pictures. 1 Jpg format works good. Reduce the size of your pictures to the 640 X 480 range 2 If using Photo Bucket as your host: … --- ## [Rules & Guidelines](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rules-guidelines/1634)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2016, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/rules-guidelines/1634 "2016-07-14T19:43:15Z")
ELECTRICFORUM.COM RULES \[ol\] \[li\]ElectricForum.com is an interactive site. Please treat others here the way you wish to be treated, with respect, and without insult or personal attack. Personal attacks will NOT be tolera… --- ## [Acronym definitions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/acronym-definitions/914)
**Author:** [@CactusJackSlade](https://community.electricforum.com/u/CactusJackSlade)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2020, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/acronym-definitions/914 "2020-02-12T21:36:40Z")
Hello All, Great forum here, just a bit of a bugger for a noobie are all the acronyms used. Some are simple, but some i still don't know what they mean. Any way to do a sticky on acronyms for us noobies? I looked und… --- ## [General EV Questions and Answers. (noobs, come here first please)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/general-ev-questions-and-answers-noobs-come-here-first-please/778)
**Author:** [@FEUS](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FEUS)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2020, 4:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/general-ev-questions-and-answers-noobs-come-here-first-please/778 "2020-04-18T04:19:00Z")
I will be adding to this as we get more posts on the site, but for now its bookmarked. If anyone has anything to add to it, post in here and I'll update it to the question and answer list on here. Q:What is an EV? A… --- ## [Is the EV market following the early mobile phone market?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-the-ev-market-following-the-early-mobile-phone-market/2905)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2025, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-the-ev-market-following-the-early-mobile-phone-market/2905 "2025-08-12T21:42:36Z")
It strikes me that the only real thing holding back the EV market is, in some cases, the limited distances which are reachable using pure electric power. I think there are great similarities with the early mobile pho… --- ## [Car battery that is recharged in minutes](https://community.electricforum.com/t/car-battery-that-is-recharged-in-minutes/27006)
**Author:** [@shochme](https://community.electricforum.com/u/shochme)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2023, 10:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/car-battery-that-is-recharged-in-minutes/27006 "2023-12-21T10:10:32Z")
Don’t recharge just replace When you go to fill your tank with gas, it may take 5 minutes. To recharge your EV it takes maybe an hour while you sit and wait. There is a much faster way to charge your EV, instead of si… --- ## [Lights, blinkers brake lights and turn signals, along with wipers non operation ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lights-blinkers-brake-lights-and-turn-signals-along-with-wipers-non-operation/19933)
**Author:** [@Rancentyre](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rancentyre)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2023, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lights-blinkers-brake-lights-and-turn-signals-along-with-wipers-non-operation/19933 "2023-06-15T23:26:21Z")
I have a 2002 think golf cart, the lights, emergency brake indicator, blinkers and brake lights work sometimes and then other they do not work all together. Cart run just fine. Anyone have a clue is to what issue might b… --- ## [Comuta van](https://community.electricforum.com/t/comuta-van/1053)
**Author:** [@maxx366](https://community.electricforum.com/u/maxx366)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2023, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/comuta-van/1053 "2023-06-14T17:40:49Z")
just to let you guys know, i have the complete manuals and wiring diagrams for the comuta-van postal. if you need info maybe i can help, lord knows im gonna need other tech help with this restoration, maybe i can help so… --- ## [Ford think Cluster speedometer stuck](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-cluster-speedometer-stuck/26489)
**Author:** [@Lizzzdac1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Lizzzdac1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2023, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-think-cluster-speedometer-stuck/26489 "2023-06-06T17:06:54Z")
My cluster is stuck reading no more then 3 MpH what might the issue be? --- ## [What electric vehicle are you currently driving or looking to buy?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-electric-vehicle-are-you-currently-driving-or-looking-to-buy/3240)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2022, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-electric-vehicle-are-you-currently-driving-or-looking-to-buy/3240 "2022-11-08T18:14:45Z")
We have new members joining the forum everyday and it would be interesting to get a snapshot of what vehicles you are currently driving and/or considering buying in the future. There are so many different options availab… --- ## [Acceleration problem](https://community.electricforum.com/t/acceleration-problem/23151)
**Author:** [@Camerharter](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Camerharter)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2021, 11:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/acceleration-problem/23151 "2021-12-27T11:24:21Z")
I have a 1999 E2 gem car. 48 volt. I can accelerate until I push the pedal all the way down then the motor will shut off. I can fully throttle going in reverse and I’m fine. --- ## [Funny story thread](https://community.electricforum.com/t/funny-story-thread/22894)
**Author:** [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2021, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/funny-story-thread/22894 "2021-11-12T14:43:42Z")
No JATO pack yet Dave? What am I going to do with all these cases of hydrogen peroxide now? --- ## [How do you use your all electric car or plug-in-hybrid?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-do-you-use-your-all-electric-car-or-plug-in-hybrid/22843)
**Author:** [@FraunhoferISI\_PHEV](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FraunhoferISI_PHEV)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2021, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-do-you-use-your-all-electric-car-or-plug-in-hybrid/22843 "2021-11-05T14:57:54Z")
Complete this 10min survey by Fraunhofer ISI in Germany and contribute to scientific research on electric mobility: English: Survey French: Enquête As a thank you for your participation, you have the chance to get thr… --- ## [Why bother about Electric Car? - Air Car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-bother-about-electric-car-air-car/513)
**Author:** [@vpillay](https://community.electricforum.com/u/vpillay)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2021, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-bother-about-electric-car-air-car/513 "2021-11-03T15:13:36Z")
The battery technology is just not keeping up. The Air car seems to be a very good alternative to run clean car. See the link. http://news.bbc.co.uk/player/nol/newsid\_7170000/newsid\_7171000/7171043.stm?bw=bb&mp=wm&asb=… --- ## [What is the Heart of Autonomous Vehicle?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-heart-of-autonomous-vehicle/22497)
**Author:** [@13115barton](https://community.electricforum.com/u/13115barton)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-heart-of-autonomous-vehicle/22497 "2021-09-24T20:17:16Z")
With the development of autonomous/automated driving technology, modern vehicles require higher perception, control, and decision-making capabilities. The industry needs a portable and easy-to-manage automotive-grade con… --- ## [Mass EV Adoption ](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mass-ev-adoption/19772)
**Author:** [@EVsForAll](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EVsForAll)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2021, 3:03am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mass-ev-adoption/19772 "2021-09-23T03:03:29Z")
Hi all, New to the forum. I think there are several factors that contribute to mass adoption of EVs. Charging station infrastructure Some increase range with slightly decreased MSRPs Increased awareness campaigns Goo… --- ## [DC vs. AC Motors](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-vs-ac-motors/755)
**Author:** [@PATZKE](https://community.electricforum.com/u/PATZKE)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2021, 12:58am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-vs-ac-motors/755 "2021-05-26T00:58:07Z")
Did a search for this but couldn't find anything, sorry if there is indeed something and i just didn't find it. I would like to know the differences of DC and AC motors. What are the pros and cons of a DC motor? What… --- ## [Buyers Beware of "lithium\_batteries" Seller On Ebay](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buyers-beware-of-lithium-batteries-seller-on-ebay/20501)
**Author:** [@hadawayj](https://community.electricforum.com/u/hadawayj)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buyers-beware-of-lithium-batteries-seller-on-ebay/20501 "2021-02-03T19:55:08Z")
Advertising Volt batteries for GEM car. I simply asked for information on range for a specific setup and the seller got very nasty. " How far can I drive my car if you give me a gallon of gas? Do you see how stupid you… --- ## [You cannot Drill for Electricity!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/you-cannot-drill-for-electricity/11814)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2020, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/you-cannot-drill-for-electricity/11814 "2020-12-22T23:09:26Z")
“You cannot drill for electricity.” That is the short answer to the question below: Big oil companies are thrilled about the demand for electric products, including the demand for electric vehicles. The fact remains, y… --- ## [Future salary of dream job](https://community.electricforum.com/t/future-salary-of-dream-job/13271)
**Author:** [@iambchill](https://community.electricforum.com/u/iambchill)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2020, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/future-salary-of-dream-job/13271 "2020-11-29T17:55:57Z")
Hi my name is Brian Childress. I’m currently in trade school, learning a craft that is very interesting to me. I had a question for the ones that make a living from their craft. Which electrician would make more money, i… --- ## [The most useful app for EV drivers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-most-useful-app-for-ev-drivers/15275)
**Author:** [@tom\_ampup](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tom_ampup)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2020, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-most-useful-app-for-ev-drivers/15275 "2020-11-11T21:47:31Z")
Hi fellow EV drivers, I’m part of a startup being incubated by YCombinator, and we are releasing the beta version of the app that we are working on that will try to help EV drivers find chargers. We are aggregating all… --- ## [Brakes](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brakes/2653)
**Author:** [@dcpeg1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dcpeg1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brakes/2653 "2020-10-10T14:15:40Z")
Trying to put on front brakes .can't get the brake shoes out from between the backing plate and the hub. Has anyone had this problem. Not enough room to get it off the stud.this is a 2001 gemcar --- ## [Cv boot](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cv-boot/1680)
**Author:** [@yellowtail](https://community.electricforum.com/u/yellowtail)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cv-boot/1680 "2020-10-04T18:25:10Z")
Has anyone replaced the their CV Boot? I'm stuck. I'm not sure how to get the drive shaft off. In order to get the new boot on. I have a 2000 GEM Long bed truck. Thanks --- ## [Ruff & Tuff for sale](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ruff-tuff-for-sale/19792)
**Author:** [@Samiechip](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Samiechip)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2020, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ruff-tuff-for-sale/19792 "2020-09-10T13:57:03Z")
I have an 06 Ruff & Tuff 4 seat cruiser that I believe the motor has gone out in. Everything else is in great shape. It includes a radio/cd player and has mounted speakers. Red with black trim chrome brush guard and rear… --- ## [Zivan to Delta Q?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-to-delta-q/4342)
**Author:** [@GEM2000owner](https://community.electricforum.com/u/GEM2000owner)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2020, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/zivan-to-delta-q/4342 "2020-08-18T19:16:25Z")
I am new to this site so I do not know if this has been a problem for anyone else. I have a 2000 GEM E2 and I bought a Delta Q. Does anyone have a wiring diagram that goes from a Zivan to Delta Q? I can't seem to get the… --- ## [\[SURVEY\] Master thesis research on Electric Vehicles](https://community.electricforum.com/t/survey-master-thesis-research-on-electric-vehicles/2654)
**Author:** [@marin87](https://community.electricforum.com/u/marin87)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2020, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/survey-master-thesis-research-on-electric-vehicles/2654 "2020-08-03T18:05:43Z")
Dear friends, Please allow me to introduce you the research regarding New Business Models in Automotive Industry in the transition toward Electric Mobility. It would really mean a lot to us if you could take a few … --- ## [Who wants a GEM with a V-Twin?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/who-wants-a-gem-with-a-v-twin/19471)
**Author:** [@jbcrew](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jbcrew)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2020, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/who-wants-a-gem-with-a-v-twin/19471 "2020-07-24T13:49:21Z")
This popped up on my Facebook marketplace. Would love to see this thing and a lithium Gem in a drag race! [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=1)