# EV Small Talk **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=25 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 26 --- ## [EV accident](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-accident/3279)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 3:10am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-accident/3279 "2013-04-01T03:10:53Z")
Have you ever met an accident in your EV? Is there any difference in claiming insurance and obtaining the necessary reports for your claim with your EV? Awaiting your advice. --- ## [Oil Shale Boom](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oil-shale-boom/3275)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/oil-shale-boom/3275 "2013-03-31T21:21:21Z")
The oil shale boom has caused the cost of fuel to drop a little. As more and more oil is produced, so would the costs continue to fall. Will it hurt the development of electric cars in the long run? --- ## [Wireless charging](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wireless-charging/3274)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/wireless-charging/3274 "2013-03-31T21:19:38Z")
Since wireless charging can be done on small items and cars would be the next in line. Will it ever be feasible at all? --- ## [Motor/generator/batterycharging/switching](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-generator-batterycharging-switching/3267)
**Author:** [@POPSCAN1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/POPSCAN1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2013, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motor-generator-batterycharging-switching/3267 "2013-03-29T17:28:38Z")
To all interested I cant post my link right now as a new member but send me your E mail handle and I will send you the link. I would love to post showing my work developing a new type of motor generator complete wit… --- ## [Mitsubishi halts EV production line](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mitsubishi-halts-ev-production-line/3263)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2013, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mitsubishi-halts-ev-production-line/3263 "2013-03-28T14:18:47Z")
Mitsubishi Motors has suspended the production and shipping of some electric vehicles using a specific type of lithium ion battery. The move comes after two lithium-ion batteries caught fire during charghing - situations… --- ## [Electric car enthusiasts rally round in Cornwall](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-car-enthusiasts-rally-round-in-cornwall/3260)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2013, 10:41am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-car-enthusiasts-rally-round-in-cornwall/3260 "2013-03-27T10:41:33Z")
Last week saw an electric car rally in Cornwall to commemorate the UK government's promise to cover 75% of the cost of installing charging stations in public areas and private homes. Many hope this will kick-start the UK… --- ## [Quiz Question : When was the first electric car produced?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/quiz-question-when-was-the-first-electric-car-produced/3259)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2013, 8:46am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/quiz-question-when-was-the-first-electric-car-produced/3259 "2013-03-27T08:46:14Z")
When was the first electric car produced? a. 1940 b. 1890 c. 1810 --- ## [My own EV](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-own-ev/2891)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2013, 8:04am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-own-ev/2891 "2013-03-27T08:04:03Z")
share what electric vehicle you have in your garage.... boast what your babies can do... --- ## [Ford confident on electric vehicle market](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-confident-on-electric-vehicle-market/3252)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2013, 10:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ford-confident-on-electric-vehicle-market/3252 "2013-03-26T10:51:20Z")
While some car manufacturers continue to doubt the long-term viability of electric vehicles, how refreshing to see that Ford chief operating officer Mark Fields believes they could make up between 10% and 25% of Ford sal… --- ## [Electric cars and pacemakers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-cars-and-pacemakers/3246)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2013, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-cars-and-pacemakers/3246 "2013-03-24T13:52:25Z")
A study in the US has addressed the issue of interference with pacemakers when driving electric cars. There were concerns that the electromagnetic interference generated by electric motors could cause potential issues w… --- ## [Edinburgh council buys 3 new electric vehicles](https://community.electricforum.com/t/edinburgh-council-buys-3-new-electric-vehicles/3244)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2013, 1:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/edinburgh-council-buys-3-new-electric-vehicles/3244 "2013-03-24T13:11:06Z")
When Edinburgh council confirmed the purchase of two £26,000 Nissan Leafs and a £24,000 Mitsubishi Miev the "Green" lobby were over the moon. However, it was later revealed that two of the councils busiest offices cannot… --- ## [What is your dream EV?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-your-dream-ev/2900)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2013, 10:30am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-your-dream-ev/2900 "2013-03-24T10:30:27Z")
If money was not an issue, what EV would you buy? --- ## [Washington State authorities to introduce $100 electric car tax](https://community.electricforum.com/t/washington-state-authorities-to-introduce-100-electric-car-tax/2887)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2013, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/washington-state-authorities-to-introduce-100-electric-car-tax/2887 "2013-03-22T17:57:59Z")
The Washington State authorities have announced plans to introduce a $100 per year electric car tax which will be paid with annual vehicle registration renewals from 1 February 2013. The authorities have suggested thi… --- ## [How are you finding insurance for your electric vehicle?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-are-you-finding-insurance-for-your-electric-vehicle/3085)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2013, 11:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-are-you-finding-insurance-for-your-electric-vehicle/3085 "2013-03-22T11:01:09Z")
There is no doubt that while the electric vehicle market is still relatively new to the insurance sector, insurance companies are not exactly offering excellent value for money compared to traditional fuel vehicles. In t… --- ## [Clamor for more oil](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clamor-for-more-oil/3226)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/clamor-for-more-oil/3226 "2013-03-20T20:28:40Z")
The recent gas shale news in the United States has increased the available supply for oil in the country and the world. While this may be welcome news to some, environmentalists and other responsible citizens alike see t… --- ## [UK government to introduce new road tax band for electric cars](https://community.electricforum.com/t/uk-government-to-introduce-new-road-tax-band-for-electric-cars/3236)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/uk-government-to-introduce-new-road-tax-band-for-electric-cars/3236 "2013-03-20T16:20:02Z")
The UK government has today confirmed that a new road tax band for hybrid and electric vehicles will be introduced in the UK in 2015:- "Two new company car tax bands giving incentives for low and ultra-low CO2 emission… --- ## [Should governments increase tax on gasoline/petrol?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/should-governments-increase-tax-on-gasoline-petrol/3235)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/should-governments-increase-tax-on-gasoline-petrol/3235 "2013-03-20T16:07:36Z")
A number of eco-experts believe that governments around the world need to work in tandem to increase the tax paid on a liter of gasoline/petrol. The more expensive gasoline/petrol is for motorists the more likely they ar… --- ## [Would you buy an electric car to help the environment?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/would-you-buy-an-electric-car-to-help-the-environment/3234)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/would-you-buy-an-electric-car-to-help-the-environment/3234 "2013-03-20T15:55:46Z")
More and more people are now talking about electric vehicles in the same breath as the environment/green issues. Is this a good enough reason to buy an electric vehicle? --- ## [Tesla Defense](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tesla-defense/3163)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/tesla-defense/3163 "2013-03-20T15:54:21Z")
There is a planned replication of the review made on the Tesla Model S. any updates? --- ## [Goelectricstations.com](https://community.electricforum.com/t/goelectricstations-com/3090)
**Author:** [@ecarlover](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ecarlover)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2013, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/goelectricstations-com/3090 "2013-03-20T15:51:56Z")
I came across this amazing site which has changed my life in regards to me and my use of our electric car. We first discovered while vacationing and have become dependent on the site at home too. Please check it out!!!… --- ## [Warranties](https://community.electricforum.com/t/warranties/3222)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2013, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/warranties/3222 "2013-03-17T19:46:17Z")
For those that own manufactured electric cars, has anyone tried to enforce their warranties? Do share your experience with us and were you given the run around? --- ## [2000 E825 Key Switch bypassed](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-key-switch-bypassed/2721)
**Author:** [@RJOL](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RJOL)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2013, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2000-e825-key-switch-bypassed/2721 "2013-03-17T16:29:49Z")
I have a 2000 E825 GEM, when I got it, the key switch had been removed. I installed a GEM replacement key switch using the service manual & another 2000 E825 for guidance. The key now controls the lights, blinkers & wi… --- ## [What are the advantages of electric cars?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-are-the-advantages-of-electric-cars/3209)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2013, 11:44am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-are-the-advantages-of-electric-cars/3209 "2013-03-16T11:44:29Z")
It seems that electric cars will become more and more popular in the years ahead, but what are the advantages of electric cars? If you have an electric vehicle or maybe you have investigated purchasing an electric vehicl… --- ## [How to get best value out of an electric car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-get-best-value-out-of-an-electric-car/2922)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2013, 7:41am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-to-get-best-value-out-of-an-electric-car/2922 "2013-03-12T07:41:38Z")
Research shows that on average a car owner will change their vehicle every 3 years. In some ways this is a way to maintain at least some sell on value although many car owners just like a change and a move to the latest… --- ## [Lightning Storm on the Golf Coarse](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lightning-storm-on-the-golf-coarse/346)
**Author:** [@EvForum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/EvForum)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2013, 5:26am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lightning-storm-on-the-golf-coarse/346 "2013-03-12T05:26:21Z")
Totally crazy day , we were out golfing and a huge lightning storm passed thru and hit the coarse a couple holes over. We decided to stop playing since we were swinging metal sticks right before it hit. It was so wild wh… --- ## [What is the maximum distance you would cover by car?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-maximum-distance-you-would-cover-by-car/1816)
**Author:** [@celebr](https://community.electricforum.com/u/celebr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2013, 5:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-the-maximum-distance-you-would-cover-by-car/1816 "2013-03-12T05:24:37Z")
I now received an answer for my apply for one year abroad. As you might know it's hard to leave home for one year and you don't have the chance to visit your family because there is a 300 miles distance. That's why I'm c… --- ## [Insurance](https://community.electricforum.com/t/insurance/3019)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2013, 5:23am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/insurance/3019 "2013-03-12T05:23:23Z")
Can anyone provide an idea on pricing for premiums on an electric? i don't want to have an issue like this in the long run... --- ## [Driving habits](https://community.electricforum.com/t/driving-habits/3162)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Marc](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Jose_Marc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2013, 5:22am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/driving-habits/3162 "2013-03-12T05:22:50Z")
Admittedly or not, driving habits change because of the kind of car. Many also have an electric as well as a conventional car in their garages. Did you notice any changes in your driving habits? --- ## [What is stopping you buying an EV?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-stopping-you-buying-an-ev/3187)
**Author:** [@Editor](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Editor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2013, 7:40am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/what-is-stopping-you-buying-an-ev/3187 "2013-03-08T07:40:40Z")
There seem to be a number of people out there who are keen to buy an EV but something is holding them back. Why have you not dipped your toe into the EV market? Is it the cost? Worries about charging stations? Technol… --- ## [Mitsubishi GR-HEV Concept](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mitsubishi-gr-hev-concept/3192)
**Author:** [@LuvMyTJ](https://community.electricforum.com/u/LuvMyTJ)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2013, 9:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mitsubishi-gr-hev-concept/3192 "2013-03-07T09:15:49Z")
Now this is a hybrid I could sink my teeth into... diesel/electric! When Mitsubishi first previewed this GR-HEV concept ahead of the 2013 Geneva auto show, we were intrigued by its diesel-electric hybrid powertrain. No… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=24) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=26)