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  1. SpaceEVDriver

    We own EVs. Ask Us Anything.

    Any answer to those questions will be speculation. IMO, the best existing EV model for the Terra is the Lightning and the best existing EV model for the Traveller is the R1S. I don't think I would expect very much difference in range capabilities between the two Scout models. They're going to...
  2. SpaceEVDriver

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    I drove a Prius since 2002 until about 2018. The differences will be negligible between driving the Prius in "B" mode and driving an EV in 1PD. When driving an EV with 1PD off, you'll be coasting in a similar way to how the Prius would coast when you lifted off the accelerator in normal drive...
  3. SpaceEVDriver

    No regenerative braking!!!!!!!

    #2 and #3 are fundamental to good driving any vehicle on ice. Snow tires are essential. Using the accelerator as a modulator provides far more control with an electric motor. But it doesn't matter what the power source is, suddenly changing the power to the wheels will open up the possibility of...
  4. SpaceEVDriver

    Non-Scientific Science

    There's a lot of swearing and etc in this video, so viewer be warned. https://www.rivianforums.com/forum/threads/tow-charging-r1t-r1s.3641/post-165849
  5. SpaceEVDriver

    Non-Scientific Science

    The 3mph is Rivian's suggestion. I think you can get away with up to 25 mph or so without too much trouble, for short periods of time. Some people have charged their Teslas at much higher speeds. I don't have that kind of money where I'm willing to risk a high speed tow charge. Even at low...
  6. SpaceEVDriver

    Non-Scientific Science

    Note: I never intend to flat tow my vehicles, so it's not about a personal need for me. I just think the other benefits that come from the option to disengage the motors are worth it (for example, going into true 2wd mode for highway driving).
  7. SpaceEVDriver

    Towing Behind Motorhome - Flat Towing

    The biggest barrier to flat towing is whether the motors can be disconnected from the wheels via a simple button press or other straightforward mechanism. And most likely you'll need a towing capacity of around 7-8k pounds.
  8. SpaceEVDriver

    Non-Scientific Science

    Flat towing a Scout behind an RV would require mechanically disengaging the motors--none of the EVs on the road (that I am aware of) have the capability to completely disengage the motors from the wheels. This would be an entirely new advancement in EV capabilities and I really hope Scout makes...
  9. SpaceEVDriver

    Non-Scientific Science

    I think they made a bunch of mistakes that were relatively easy to avoid if they had taken the time to consider before hitting the road. Some examples: The Rivian can be tow-charged (best to do it at <3 mph). It requires an active driver in the Rivian. The low-voltage battery was likely damaged...
  10. SpaceEVDriver

    12v Battery: Not an afterthought

    I don't think we know.
  11. SpaceEVDriver

    12v Battery: Not an afterthought

    The Lightning and Mustang both have the low voltage battery accessible under the frunk, but unfortunately they require a brief pulse of 12v energy to open the frunk if the LVB is dead. A mechanical lock of some sort would be better, IMO. I would love to see Scout embrace a 48V system for LVB...
  12. SpaceEVDriver

    Over-the-air-updates?

    Me either, with just one brand, but two very different vehicles. I do know a few others have experienced bad OTAs on the same brand/model vehicles I own, but I've never experienced them. I have automatic updates turned on, so the vehicles run the updates when they receive them (I have updates...
  13. SpaceEVDriver

    Too much AI

    With the amount of driving I do, the kind of "hands-free" cruise control that's offered by Ford is nearly ideal (the implementation is not perfect). I keep my hands on the wheel, but because the vehicle is maintaining the basics of lane keeping and etc., I find I experience a lot less stress and...
  14. SpaceEVDriver

    A kitchen would be ridiculous, but I wouldn’t be sad

    This is the exact issue I'm worried about with Scout planning in-house accessories--I think it'll be too much of their money/time wasted on accessories that would better be designed/built by the aftermarket. I would prefer they focus everything they've got on the vehicles.
  15. SpaceEVDriver

    Road Trip in a VW Buzz: Success or Train Wreck

    I wish Rivian would open their Kingman, AZ station to all EVs, it would be full most of the day. Kingman is at a junction between two busy freeways. EA only has four posts there and the NACS 14-post station only has 10 or so working at any given time. Adding RAN's 6 plugs into the pool sure...
  16. SpaceEVDriver

    240V Outlet on Traveller

    I just plug in a bunch of extension cords and run the things I need from the 9.6 kW of onboard AC power.
  17. SpaceEVDriver

    Kia Electric Tasman Pickup

    It's smaller. The existing Tasman has an overall length of 213 inches compared with the Lightning's 233 inches. The wheelbase is 129 inches compared with the Lightning's 146. Width is 75 inches compared vs 80 for the Lightning. The Tacoma is 213-226" long, 76" wide, with a wheelbase of 132".
  18. SpaceEVDriver

    Road Trip in a VW Buzz: Success or Train Wreck

    I'd do it, but I'm terrible at remembering to do video and am terrible at video production, so they'd have to send someone who enjoys operating a camera along to capture it. But I'm telling you, it would be boring. :) Northern Oregon (Portland) to Northern Arizona (near Flagstaff) is a great...
  19. SpaceEVDriver

    Kia Electric Tasman Pickup

    If Kia brings an all-electric truck with a 320-ish mile range, similar in size to the Tacoma, with a 6.5-foot bed, and with a 6500+ pound towing capacity, it would be above the Terra on my list. I want a mid-sized electric truck. I LOVE the Lightning, but it's bigger than I want or need. By the...
  20. SpaceEVDriver

    Approximate Charge Time

    A new report out about the Thanksgiving holiday travel says that compared with last year, there were 50% more stops at public DC Fast Chargers and at the same time, there was 25% less time spent at those chargers (on the charger--no data about how much of a line there was or was not). This...
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