# EV Small Talk **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=2 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [GEM - not Gem Stone! You tell me what year it is?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-not-gem-stone-you-tell-me-what-year-it-is/14464)
**Author:** [@dlwford](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dlwford)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2018, 11:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-not-gem-stone-you-tell-me-what-year-it-is/14464 "2018-09-19T11:10:04Z")
I’m sure OSHA, EPA, DOT or whomever meant well putting the HV protective wrap over the charger and controller - must have been MIT engineer. Do they teach thermo dynamics up North. Does a great job STOPPING ALL THE A… --- ## [Feedback about EV Home Chargers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/feedback-about-ev-home-chargers/14527)
**Author:** [@WVUX](https://community.electricforum.com/u/WVUX)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/feedback-about-ev-home-chargers/14527 "2018-09-12T20:25:39Z")
Hey everyone, I’m a freelance UX designer looking to improve the way people buy home chargers for their EVs. If you had 5 minutes to spare, I’d love to get your opinion in this short survey. (Note: this is for North Ame… --- ## [PRIVATE MESSAGES (new Codes)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/private-messages-new-codes/14070)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2018, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/private-messages-new-codes/14070 "2018-07-07T14:43:30Z")
NEW COLOR SCHEME CHANGE (Private Messages) Friends, we’ve made a small change to the color scheme in our private messages. This will help users differentiate between a normal public post and a private message. Private m… --- ## [Solar Race - North American Solar Challenge](https://community.electricforum.com/t/solar-race-north-american-solar-challenge/880)
**Author:** [@Longez](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Longez)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 6:05am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/solar-race-north-american-solar-challenge/880 "2018-07-01T06:05:07Z")
First I think these things are great as it highlights the science of alternate energy. Problem is the news makes the public think you can slap a few sq feet of solar cells on you car and you are all set. As most of u… --- ## [Ruff & Tuff golf cart wiring diagrams](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ruff-tuff-golf-cart-wiring-diagrams/13927)
**Author:** [@jet36](https://community.electricforum.com/u/jet36)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2018, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ruff-tuff-golf-cart-wiring-diagrams/13927 "2018-06-20T18:57:42Z")
Needing help with turn signal on R & T cart. '07 model --- ## [2002 gem car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-car/6361)
**Author:** [@Lake\_rat](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Lake_rat)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2018, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2002-gem-car/6361 "2018-05-26T21:14:53Z")
I'm getting a code 11 and I changed out the switch and it still comes up code 11 what else could it be --- ## [What kind of travel technology would you like to see?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-kind-of-travel-technology-would-you-like-to-see/3621)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-kind-of-travel-technology-would-you-like-to-see/3621 "2018-05-23T08:01:46Z")
There have been ideas, rumors and actual prototypes of new technology emerge over the years. What type of new transport technology would you like to see? Do you think magnetic powered trains are the future? Do you see … --- ## [Prius Prime, or Prius + Wait?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/prius-prime-or-prius-wait/13420)
**Author:** [@debating](https://community.electricforum.com/u/debating)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 1:27am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/prius-prime-or-prius-wait/13420 "2018-03-10T01:27:02Z")
Hello, My wonderful 07 Prius has 197K on it and is going strong, but I need something with lower miles soon (I drive nasty roads on a 100 mile, one-way commute to Duluth MN, and realize that ANY car loses reliability in… --- ## [Stealth Night Hawk EUV ACCESSORIES](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stealth-night-hawk-euv-accessories/13334)
**Author:** [@kbezner52](https://community.electricforum.com/u/kbezner52)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2018, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/stealth-night-hawk-euv-accessories/13334 "2018-02-15T20:58:49Z")
\[STEALTH%20EUV\]Looking Looking for accessories for my Stealth Night Hawk EUV like running boards and the like. SummaryThis text will be hidden Summary --- ## [What do you think of Tesla’s electric semi-truck?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-tesla-s-electric-semi-truck/13104)
**Author:** [@QQQ](https://community.electricforum.com/u/QQQ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2018, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-tesla-s-electric-semi-truck/13104 "2018-02-08T13:52:55Z")
According to a news posted on November 17, 2017, Tesla announced its latest creation: An electric semi-truck. The electric semi-truck is able to withstand a nuclear explosion and go from 0 to 60 mph in five seconds. Elon… --- ## [Which is the best Fitness Tracker as a christmas gift?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/which-is-the-best-fitness-tracker-as-a-christmas-gift/13124)
**Author:** [@NidianSmith](https://community.electricforum.com/u/NidianSmith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/which-is-the-best-fitness-tracker-as-a-christmas-gift/13124 "2017-12-11T17:50:52Z")
There are lots of Fitness Band/Fitness tracker in the market.Can someone plz tell me the new best Fitness Tracker to choose? --- ## [What do you think of Tesla’s electric semi-truck?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-tesla-s-electric-semi-truck/13102)
**Author:** [@Qiii](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Qiii)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2017, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-think-of-tesla-s-electric-semi-truck/13102 "2017-12-06T19:24:42Z")
According to a news posted on November 17, 2017, Tesla announced its latest creation: An electric semi-truck. The electric semi-truck is able to withstand a nuclear explosion and go from 0 to 60 mph in five seconds. Elon… --- ## [Please i need help, cant get my seat fan working out of car.](https://community.electricforum.com/t/please-i-need-help-cant-get-my-seat-fan-working-out-of-car/13057)
**Author:** [@MpxCze](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MpxCze)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/please-i-need-help-cant-get-my-seat-fan-working-out-of-car/13057 "2017-11-26T18:17:36Z")
I have seat from panamera 2017 as PC chair, i have almost all working except Fans and Massage( i dont think that massage can be run without the car :smiley: ) So i want to ask you if u have any idea what sort of controll… --- ## [The Electric Car in 2017](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-electric-car-in-2017/11883)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2017, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-electric-car-in-2017/11883 "2017-11-17T15:52:13Z")
The first Blog of 2017 describes the general landscape surrounding electric Vehicles. --- ## [Electric Evette Challenge!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-evette-challenge/11981)
**Author:** [@unique\_electric\_car](https://community.electricforum.com/u/unique_electric_car)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2017, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-evette-challenge/11981 "2017-11-17T15:48:27Z")
--- ## [Uber/Lyft EV drivers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/uber-lyft-ev-drivers/12928)
**Author:** [@Mr.3](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Mr.3)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2017, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/uber-lyft-ev-drivers/12928 "2017-10-14T21:27:28Z")
I am interested to know if it makes sense financially to drive an on EV for a ride-share like Uber or Lyft. Is anyone currently doing this? --- ## [What do you pay for you electric car insurance?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-pay-for-you-electric-car-insurance/6197)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2017, 1:47am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-do-you-pay-for-you-electric-car-insurance/6197 "2017-09-21T01:47:43Z")
I would be very interested to hear what insurance premiums EV owners are paying and if they have seen any savings over insurance costs for their old gasoline/petrol vehicles. While there is no doubt that the EV insuran… --- ## [Renewable energy - Is your supply as important as your EVs emissions?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/renewable-energy-is-your-supply-as-important-as-your-evs-emissions/12845)
**Author:** [@tobias\_b](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tobias_b)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2017, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/renewable-energy-is-your-supply-as-important-as-your-evs-emissions/12845 "2017-09-19T19:47:28Z")
Hi all, I’ve started a role at an energy company (Pure Planet) and wanted to ask for EV owner’s thoughts on how they choose a supplier. EV cars obviously have zero emissions in newer cases but is it imperative that you h… --- ## [What is the most important about your electric car?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-most-important-about-your-electric-car/6535)
**Author:** [@SharonP](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SharonP)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2017, 6:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-most-important-about-your-electric-car/6535 "2017-08-02T06:14:30Z")
Hi, I am a student at Cranfield University, UK. For a group project we have to conduct a market research on electric cars. To do that we did a survey to understand tire purchasing habits. I can't post the link now since… --- ## [Have hybrids had their day as a stepping stone to electric vehicles?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/have-hybrids-had-their-day-as-a-stepping-stone-to-electric-vehicles/5861)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2017, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/have-hybrids-had-their-day-as-a-stepping-stone-to-electric-vehicles/5861 "2017-07-15T16:46:31Z")
A recent interview by Danish car designer Henrik Fisker cast a very interesting light upon the hybrid market. The well-known car entrepreneur who is making a comeback from bankruptcy has been talking about his love of el… --- ## [Trump could ruin the electric vehicles industry](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trump-could-ruin-the-electric-vehicles-industry/6483)
**Author:** [@Rachel](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rachel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2017, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trump-could-ruin-the-electric-vehicles-industry/6483 "2017-07-05T15:24:52Z")
https://www.carkeys.co.uk/news/why-the-trump-presidency-could-spell-disaster-for-electric-car-manufacturers-like-tesla?76542rh He has previously proposed that he will dismantle the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)… --- ## [Why is the Indian electric car market not more prominent?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-is-the-indian-electric-car-market-not-more-prominent/6185)
**Author:** [@tmark938](https://community.electricforum.com/u/tmark938)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2017, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/why-is-the-indian-electric-car-market-not-more-prominent/6185 "2017-01-24T19:58:13Z")
When you bear in mind the number of people living in India it is surprising that some of the more prominent electric car producers have not targeted this area of the world. Is it too soon for the Indian electric car mark… --- ## [What exactly is a hybrid car?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-exactly-is-a-hybrid-car/5871)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2017, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-exactly-is-a-hybrid-car/5871 "2017-01-24T13:56:40Z")
We often hear the term hybrid car when people are talking about electric vehicles but what exactly is a hybrid vehicle? These vehicles basically combine the electric motor with a combustion engine where the electric mo… --- ## [VW targets up to 3 million electric cars by 2025](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vw-targets-up-to-3-million-electric-cars-by-2025/11970)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2017, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vw-targets-up-to-3-million-electric-cars-by-2025/11970 "2017-01-23T15:00:21Z")
\[image\] Volkswagen targeting up to 3 million electric cars by 2025 When you look across the electric vehicle market, there are some very ambitious figures and some very conservative forecasts. Just this week Volkswage… --- ## [EVs make up just 0.9% of new car sales in the US](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs-make-up-just-0-9-of-new-car-sales-in-the-us/11933)
**Author:** [@Cleanenergy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Cleanenergy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs-make-up-just-0-9-of-new-car-sales-in-the-us/11933 "2017-01-13T17:31:49Z")
Sometimes we need to stop and consider the hype surrounding the electric vehicle market because recent information shows that EVs accounted for just 0.9% of new car sales in the US. These figures for 2016 were up from 0.… --- ## [The Quadruple Whammy... Solar Panels, GEM, i-Miev & Tesla](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-quadruple-whammy-solar-panels-gem-i-miev-tesla/11921)
**Author:** [@Dino1963](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dino1963)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-quadruple-whammy-solar-panels-gem-i-miev-tesla/11921 "2017-01-12T12:00:47Z")
Last month I went out with my buds for some Monday Night Football, Buffalo Wings and Barley Pops. As luck would have it there was a newcomer to our group. His name was Ezra. He was a friend of one of our guys, their k… --- ## [Do Elon Musk's theories harm the reputation of Tesla?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/do-elon-musks-theories-harm-the-reputation-of-tesla/6100)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2017, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/do-elon-musks-theories-harm-the-reputation-of-tesla/6100 "2017-01-11T22:20:52Z")
Elon Musk is a man who can think years if not decades ahead of the game. However, are his latest comments that we may all be living in a video game a step too far? Do they harm the reputation of Tesla Motors? https://w… --- ## [Is China the new EV Superpower?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-china-the-new-ev-superpower/11918)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2017, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-china-the-new-ev-superpower/11918 "2017-01-10T23:58:25Z")
\[image\] Is China the new EV Superpower? A recent report cast an interesting light on the worldwide electric vehicle market amid suggestions that China is now the EV superpower ahead of the USA. By the end of 2016, Chi… --- ## [Is China the real EV super-power?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-china-the-real-ev-super-power/11904)
**Author:** [@Cleanenergy](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Cleanenergy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2017, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/is-china-the-real-ev-super-power/11904 "2017-01-09T22:26:32Z")
I was reading that China sold more EVs than the USA in 2016 with a 50% increase in sales compared to 2015. The Chinese government is extremely pro-EVs and has been pushing them in all areas of business and everyday life.… --- ## [Houston Members (HEAA)](https://community.electricforum.com/t/houston-members-heaa/11894)
**Author:** [@emiliofcastillo](https://community.electricforum.com/u/emiliofcastillo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/houston-members-heaa/11894 "2017-01-06T23:08:29Z")
For those of you in the Houston, Texas areas....see upcoming activity. Houston Meeting: \[image\] @eSGEMColo Thank you for turning me on to this all the way from Denver! [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=1) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=3)