# EV Small Talk **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=32 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 33 --- ## [Spoof electric car BBC video - check it out!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spoof-electric-car-bbc-video-check-it-out/1621)
**Author:** [@JJEVfan](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JJEVfan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 1:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/spoof-electric-car-bbc-video-check-it-out/1621 "2011-06-22T01:02:16Z")
Hey everyone, This spoof has been all over the forums & news pages, love it to bits!! Exclusive: Top Gear's Spoof Electric-Car Episode Leaked (Video) \[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ph2r2O6cfvA\]YouTube - ‪Top G… --- ## [Electric car](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-car/1633)
**Author:** [@illusion\_11](https://community.electricforum.com/u/illusion_11)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2011, 12:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/electric-car/1633 "2011-06-22T00:51:52Z")
Batteries Drive China's Electric CarSector into Future Prospects for China's electric car sector received a significant boost earlier this year on the news that German car manufacturing giant Daimler AG and Chinese aut… --- ## [How big is idle air control valve problem for mazda 626?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-big-is-idle-air-control-valve-problem-for-mazda-626/1627)
**Author:** [@billlikecar](https://community.electricforum.com/u/billlikecar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2011, 4:20am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/how-big-is-idle-air-control-valve-problem-for-mazda-626/1627 "2011-06-17T04:20:16Z")
How big is idle air control valve problem for mazda 626? :tea: --- ## [Poll: Favorite mobile device of EV drivers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll-favorite-mobile-device-of-ev-drivers/1622)
**Author:** [@Miostile](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Miostile)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2011, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/poll-favorite-mobile-device-of-ev-drivers/1622 "2011-06-13T16:39:20Z")
Howdy – this is my first time posting, finally as a PHEV/EV intender! After lurking through a slew of green car forums for the past few months, I couldn’t help but notice the abundance of threads regarding mobile phone … --- ## [2 BLDC motors on one shaft with the same drive?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-bldc-motors-on-one-shaft-with-the-same-drive/1571)
**Author:** [@Raag90](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Raag90)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2011, 10:33am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/2-bldc-motors-on-one-shaft-with-the-same-drive/1571 "2011-05-31T10:33:12Z")
Hey guys, I'm new to this site, and am a university student studying Electrical and Electronics engineering. I just completed a design project controlling a BLDC motor (pretty low powered at 60V, and giving output rpm … --- ## [Trans2 Help](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trans2-help/1615)
**Author:** [@electricdt](https://community.electricforum.com/u/electricdt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2011, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/trans2-help/1615 "2011-05-28T18:04:38Z")
I was just given a trans2 by a friend who says he can't get it running. I'm guessing the battery and possible the on board charger are all shot. Is there anywhere to get parts for these ? --- ## [Any easier way to fill and check batteries?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/any-easier-way-to-fill-and-check-batteries/1536)
**Author:** [@DavetheWave](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DavetheWave)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2011, 9:16am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/any-easier-way-to-fill-and-check-batteries/1536 "2011-05-24T09:16:35Z")
Soon I will be buying 8 new Trojan flooded acid batteries. Pulling off caps and pouring water in is messy. Are there any adapters that make this job easier? Thanks Dave --- ## [Green power for your EV - Rent your windmill](https://community.electricforum.com/t/green-power-for-your-ev-rent-your-windmill/1607)
**Author:** [@Emeric](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Emeric)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2011, 1:28am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/green-power-for-your-ev-rent-your-windmill/1607 "2011-05-16T01:28:32Z")
Hello, In one hour a windmill produces enough to power your EV for 6 000 miles (10 000 km). So why not just renting a windmill on a wind farm to co-produce your green electricity? Based on this statement, I have crea… --- ## [4.3 inch or 7 inch monitor?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/4-3-inch-or-7-inch-monitor/1600)
**Author:** [@celine12](https://community.electricforum.com/u/celine12)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2011, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/4-3-inch-or-7-inch-monitor/1600 "2011-05-06T18:37:12Z")
I want to intall a monitor,4.3 inch or 7 inc,which is suitable?Is 4.3 inch too small to look clearly? BTW,mine is Toyota Mark X. --- ## [Looking at petrol powered cars alternative view](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-at-petrol-powered-cars-alternative-view/1595)
**Author:** [@piersdad](https://community.electricforum.com/u/piersdad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2011, 6:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looking-at-petrol-powered-cars-alternative-view/1595 "2011-05-01T06:01:25Z")
Petrol powered cars today A confusers report :D:mad: In our modern world of electric car, electric boats, electric assist wind powered ships, electric powered gliders traveling around the world we have forgotten the us… --- ## [GEM Code -41 / COLD](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-code-41-cold/1583)
**Author:** [@RiskIt007](https://community.electricforum.com/u/RiskIt007)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gem-code-41-cold/1583 "2011-04-17T20:09:53Z")
Hello, looking for help. Just put new (fully charged) batteries in my 04. I get a code -41 (overheated motor controller), but the GEM hasn't run in a couple years. It has been left outside for some. My motor doesn… --- ## [Best Battery Recommendations for working EVs](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-battery-recommendations-for-working-evs/1585)
**Author:** [@James\_Worden](https://community.electricforum.com/u/James_Worden)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2011, 9:09pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/best-battery-recommendations-for-working-evs/1585 "2011-04-12T21:09:02Z")
What are some good recommendations for me to entertain for battery packs for several electric vehicles for great reliability, simplicity and safety: 312VDC pack with 40-100Ah / 12-25kWh, 600-800lb or if 12V modules: 25… --- ## [Toyota Ideas for Good](https://community.electricforum.com/t/toyota-ideas-for-good/1584)
**Author:** [@JamesFanscape](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JamesFanscape)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2011, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/toyota-ideas-for-good/1584 "2011-04-12T16:26:20Z")
Hi everyone! I'm helping Toyota get the word out about the Ideas for Good initiative. I wanted to let you know that our panel of judges have narrowed all the great ideas down to 25 finalists. If you found Toyota's TV spo… --- ## [Environmental Benefits of Electric Cars](https://community.electricforum.com/t/environmental-benefits-of-electric-cars/1369)
**Author:** [@SolarCar](https://community.electricforum.com/u/SolarCar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2011, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/environmental-benefits-of-electric-cars/1369 "2011-04-06T21:58:27Z")
I've recently written a new book, Owning an Electric Car which - surprise, surprise - is all about owning electric cars. The main trigger for writing the book was to counter a lot of the mis-information you find on ele… --- ## [Mobile Charging System](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mobile-charging-system/1575)
**Author:** [@Nikunj15](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Nikunj15)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2011, 9:32am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/mobile-charging-system/1575 "2011-03-24T09:32:56Z")
Hey, We are trying to do some research on charging an electric car. Would you be interested in a service of us charging your car for you everyday. How much are you willing to pay for a monthly service. Thanks Nik nikunj1… --- ## [Battery charging on braking](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charging-on-braking/1564)
**Author:** [@Surekha](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Surekha)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 12:25am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/battery-charging-on-braking/1564 "2011-03-01T00:25:03Z")
Hi friends, I am new to this forum hope you people will help in overcomig my confusion. I am using BLDC motor for HEV, how i can get the current coming out of statro terminals, when vehicle is in braking mode with mo… --- ## [Water to hydrogen cars](https://community.electricforum.com/t/water-to-hydrogen-cars/903)
**Author:** [@earth-list.com](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earth-list.com)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2011, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/water-to-hydrogen-cars/903 "2011-02-17T13:37:33Z")
looking into this technology, i think the future of energy and transportation could very well be derrived from the 'water to hydrogen' technology. I know it sounds too good to be true, but I know people who are doing th… --- ## [New dawn is on the radio again today](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-dawn-is-on-the-radio-again-today/890)
**Author:** [@arb](https://community.electricforum.com/u/arb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2011, 1:52am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-dawn-is-on-the-radio-again-today/890 "2011-02-07T01:52:53Z")
http://www.environmentreport.org/story\_archives/search.php3?date=2008-08-04 Michigan Radio at about 5:30 pm today on the Environment Report with Lester Gram. --- ## [EVS25 in Shenzhen end, photos sent](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs25-in-shenzhen-end-photos-sent/1525)
**Author:** [@smithsen1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/smithsen1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2011, 1:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs25-in-shenzhen-end-photos-sent/1525 "2011-02-07T01:51:13Z")
wow awesome photos. nice to see \[Performance Parts Online\](Performance Parts Online) --- ## [EVS25 in China](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs25-in-china/1514)
**Author:** [@gxsteven](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gxsteven)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2011, 1:48am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/evs25-in-china/1514 "2011-02-07T01:48:15Z")
Do you notice the EVS25 in China? EVS25 will be held Nov 5-9 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center, China. It is a world-clase show, I suppose that most of EV companies and related companies will attend it, e… --- ## [Brushless dc motors with electronic speed controllers](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brushless-dc-motors-with-electronic-speed-controllers/1408)
**Author:** [@Dark\_flame221](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Dark_flame221)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2011, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brushless-dc-motors-with-electronic-speed-controllers/1408 "2011-01-31T21:30:15Z")
hi to all of you , its been 4 hours im on the internet for one thing, find a good brushless dc (BLDC) motors and speed controller kit, ive seen nothing, amazing ! So do you guys know a compagnie that deliver those kind… --- ## [Gas verses electric](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gas-verses-electric/1561)
**Author:** [@rjones](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rjones)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2011, 10:01am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/gas-verses-electric/1561 "2011-01-30T10:01:58Z")
Hello, I have been driving for almost 45 years and I have seen gas prices rise from about 20 cents per gallon to over 3 dollars per gallon during that time span. I believe the rise in gas prices will accelerate and wit… --- ## [Raising the Bergey to charge the Citicar](https://community.electricforum.com/t/raising-the-bergey-to-charge-the-citicar/1559)
**Author:** [@DavetheWave](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DavetheWave)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2011, 9:18am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/raising-the-bergey-to-charge-the-citicar/1559 "2011-01-20T09:18:16Z")
I hope you enjoy this new video. \[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kR-e3WQclU8\]YouTube - Citicar, a wind powered electric car, Meadowman drops in.\[/ame\] --- ## [New to this Forum](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-to-this-forum/1223)
**Author:** [@ETram](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ETram)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-to-this-forum/1223 "2011-01-16T14:55:31Z")
Hi all, Has anyone built anything "heavy"? I'm working on an electric Tram conversion, and would enjoy hearing from other "big" builders. Current project includes: 2 x Transwarp 11 Motors 64 x 283 A/Hr 6 Volt Batte… --- ## [Does hho apdaptors improve fuel miealge?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/does-hho-apdaptors-improve-fuel-miealge/975)
**Author:** [@junjobx2199](https://community.electricforum.com/u/junjobx2199)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 1:02am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/does-hho-apdaptors-improve-fuel-miealge/975 "2011-01-15T01:02:55Z")
I have been reading for while that the HHO add on for vehicles improve gas mileage by 20% to 50 % . Is there any truth to this? The type of devise Iv seen make the hydrogen and supplies it to you air intake or air cle… --- ## [The First?!?!?!](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-first/1004)
**Author:** [@Bombardier](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bombardier)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2010, 2:29am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/the-first/1004 "2010-12-27T02:29:06Z")
Hi there. Was really wondering what it would take to get a reliable 250km per charge car operating. Keen to convert an older model Suzuki Swift 3cyl. Any thoughts/suggestions? --- ## [Ev](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev/673)
**Author:** [@Bernie](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Bernie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2010, 1:19am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev/673 "2010-12-27T01:19:06Z")
EV's don't have to be ugly. Check this out: http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/new\_cars/4237853.html?series=19 --- ## [Elecric Bus](https://community.electricforum.com/t/elecric-bus/1458)
**Author:** [@ZLarry](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ZLarry)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2010, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/elecric-bus/1458 "2010-12-26T18:57:28Z")
I have a 1997 Blue Bird Electric bus. The brushless resolver is bad. Does ANYBODY know where I might find one or have mine repaired? I'm at my whits end HELP me PLEASE!!! --- ## [Vehicle checking online provide fundamental information about vehicle](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vehicle-checking-online-provide-fundamental-information-about-vehicle/1538)
**Author:** [@mtavehicle](https://community.electricforum.com/u/mtavehicle)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2010, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vehicle-checking-online-provide-fundamental-information-about-vehicle/1538 "2010-12-16T20:42:24Z")
Vehicle checking online report are provide by several online resources to access a fundamental or inclusive report about the vehicle. Vehicle check process helps disclose dangerous information about the vehicle mechanica… --- ## [Piaggio Porter Electric](https://community.electricforum.com/t/piaggio-porter-electric/1535)
**Author:** [@s\_t\_harvey](https://community.electricforum.com/u/s_t_harvey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2010, 2:22am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/piaggio-porter-electric/1535 "2010-12-13T02:22:28Z")
Hi, I hope someone can give me a little assistance. I own a Piaggio Porter Electric van.... - As I drive there is an occasional knocking sound (it sounds like it is coming from towards the rear of the vehicle) - at t… [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=31) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/electric-vehicle-chat/55.md?page=33)