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[maynard]

The Science Behind Honda’s Solid-State Battery Breakthrough

Honda may become the first car company to get an all-solid-state battery into an actual car. Here is how they're doing it.

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That’s awesome!

 

[J Alynn]

That’s awesome!

Guess we will see what materializes but good for them.

 

[bwdavis7]

I keep thinking that but then I realize they need employees too then the charge cost gets higher. To date we’ve been able to find a snake/food/potty source in less that a 20 minute walk so til you do that stuff, pay and return car is charged and you’ve gotten a stretch/break in from driving since it is mainly typical of a long drive scenario

The Ionna Rechargery that I mentioned earlier in Irmo, SC is conveniently located right off the interstate and just across the parking lot is a Starbucks and a deli. The Ionna stations aren't covered here (just to the right of the Circle K gas station), but again it's all about location, location. I think the way Ionna works is it is associated with a neighboring business. Like the business purchase as a franchise. I think in this case it is Circle K. I looked on the Ionna website a while back to see if they sold franchises...interesting read.

 

[J Alynn]

The Ionna Rechargery that I mentioned earlier in Irmo, SC is conveniently located right off the interstate and just across the parking lot is a Starbucks and a deli. The Ionna stations aren't covered here (just to the right of the Circle K gas station), but again it's all about location, location. I think the way Ionna works is it is associated with a neighboring business. Like the business purchase as a franchise. I think in this case it is Circle K. I looked on the Ionna website a while back to see if they sold franchises...interesting read.

I’ll need to dig. Makes a lot of sense. I’ve rambled on here for a few years now that Cracker Barrel should add them. There’s one of those every third exit on 95 all up/down the east coast

 

[J Alynn]

Time the charging at a slower rate so it takes 45-60 minutes and it’s a no brainer. Stop and plug, go eat a meal inside CB then hit the road when done. Better yet, scan your receipt and save $1.00?

 

[bwdavis7]

I’ll need to dig. Makes a lot of sense. I’ve rambled on here for a few years now that Cracker Barrel should add them. There’s one of those every third exit on 95 all up/down the east coast

Actually, in my frequented areas, Tesla has several superchargers adjacent to Cracker Barrels. I would much rather those be Ionna.

 

[cyure]

Why??

 

[6-ScoutFamily]

… "I didn't read your email, what questions can I answer?"

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I didn’t read your email either, I deleted it!

 

[J Alynn]

Lexus now has the TZ, 3-row up for pricing and building. Attaching pics. While not off-road oriented it max’s out in the mid $80’s which gives me hope for the launch scouts. I like the orange-copper color and the roller dial is a nice touch along with what looks like haptic style controls on the door shoulders

 

[maynard]

Lexus now has the TZ, 3-row up for pricing and building. Attaching pics. While not off-road oriented it max’s out in the mid $80’s which gives me hope for the launch scouts. I like the orange-copper color and the roller dial is a nice touch along with what looks like haptic style controls on the door shoulders

That does increase my hopes for the price of our Scouts!

 

[Chuckles]

Lexus now has the TZ, 3-row up for pricing and building. Attaching pics. While not off-road oriented it max’s out in the mid $80’s which gives me hope for the launch scouts. I like the orange-copper color and the roller dial is a nice touch along with what looks like haptic style controls on the door shoulders

When the TZ was announced, it was supposed to have 402 horsepower. Now it has 308 hp. However, the 402 hp is now available as a dealer-installed upgrade, and only on the top trim. Annoying.

 

[bwdavis7]

Lexus now has the TZ, 3-row up for pricing and building. Attaching pics. While not off-road oriented it max’s out in the mid $80’s which gives me hope for the launch scouts. I like the orange-copper color and the roller dial is a nice touch along with what looks like haptic style controls on the door shoulders

The biggest issue is it doesn't have an 800v battery. Without that, you're not going to get the fastest charging. However, if you plan to only charge at home, I suppose it doesn't matter. I believe this is how they can manage a lower sticker price.

I definitely want my Scout to have 800v battery.

 

[J Alynn]

The biggest issue is it doesn't have an 800v battery. Without that, you're not going to get the fastest charging. However, if you plan to only charge at home, I suppose it doesn't matter. I believe this is how they can manage a lower sticker price.

I definitely want my Scout to have 800v battery.

Have to agree. I don’t think Lexus has the best EV set up but my wife likes her RZ so that helps bring her to the bright side of a Scout BEV

 

[THil08]

I’ll need to dig. Makes a lot of sense. I’ve rambled on here for a few years now that Cracker Barrel should add them. There’s one of those every third exit on 95 all up/down the east coast

95 Trade Route. Good stuff in the southeastern part in N.C.

 

[THil08]

BMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper. | TechCrunch

The new BMW 3 Series shows just how quickly EVs have caught up to fossil fuel vehicles on pricing.

techcrunch.com

And now I officially never want to hear that EV sales are low because of high prices it’s BS.

 

[J Alynn]

BMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper. | TechCrunch

The new BMW 3 Series shows just how quickly EVs have caught up to fossil fuel vehicles on pricing.

techcrunch.com

And now I officially never want to hear that EV sales are low because of high prices it’s BS.

I’m not in love with the Neuclass (sp?) look but this is excellent and probably better that a performance vehicle company is doing it. Glad to see this

 

[bwdavis7]

Have to agree. I don’t think Lexus has the best EV set up but my wife likes her RZ so that helps bring her to the bright side of a Scout BEV

I get it. Since I bought my EV earlier this year, my wife has been looking for her own. She wouldn't really ever need to charge at a public charger. Right now, it appears that EV inventories are slim pickings.

 

[Gottesacker]

BMW is hitting it out of the park with their latest I-series. I know the styling isn't everyone's cup o' tea, but the new i3 reminds me of the shark nose BMWs which were one of my favorites. If I were in the market for a luxury sedan, the i3 would be top of the list for me.

 

[J Alynn]

Well I had higher hopes but oh well

 

[Chuckles]

BMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper. | TechCrunch

The new BMW 3 Series shows just how quickly EVs have caught up to fossil fuel vehicles on pricing.

techcrunch.com

And now I officially never want to hear that EV sales are low because of high prices it’s BS.

The thing that shocked me most about the new 3-Series? No diesel engines anywhere in the world! This would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. Hybrids and EVs are crushing diesel sales in Europe.