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Why an EV? Living with an Electric Car

Norman F — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 08:00:26 +0000

Last Update: 4/27/2022 Tesla Factory We recently purchased a Tesla Model S. Much has been written about this excellent electric car—instead of providing a more technical review, we will provide insight gleaned from day to day use of this car in the San Francisco Bay Area. Why? Everything is more expensive in California! Our original […]

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Installing Your First Home Electric Car Charger

Norman F — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 08:00:13 +0000

Introduction Anyone interested in taking the plunge with an electric car or Plug-in Electric Vehicles (EV’s) needs to investigate their charging options. Adding a charger to your garage can become a several hundred dollar project or several thousand dollar home improvement project. Each vehicle needs a different type of charger system and each house has […]

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Electric Cars – Nissan Leaf Electric Car, Tesla Model S – $7500 Federal Tax Credit Savings

Norman F — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 08:00:56 +0000

Electric Car Federal Tax Rebate “All electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles that were purchased new in or after 2010 may be eligible for a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500,” according to the US Department of Energy. Your tax bill needs to exceed $7500 Phased out by cars a company sold. 200,000 cap Includes […]

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2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Review

Norman F — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 19:38:06 +0000

Last Update: 8/2/2018 Why an Electric Vehicle (EV)? They are more green. EVs convert 77% of electrical energy into power at the wheels. Gas cars only efficiently use only 12-30% of energy in gas. Driving the average EV using grid-supplied energy creates carbon emissions equivalent to a 122MPG gas car in California. EV charging for […]

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Fuel Efficient Tires – Tires with Good Fuel Economy

Norman F — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 08:00:40 +0000

Different types of tires have different fuel efficiency characteristics, so when you are shopping for new tires, you many want to keep in mind how Energy Efficient auto tires are. Of course you should keep your tires inflated to their recommended pressure levels. Tires affect vehicle fuel economy mainly through rolling resistance. Bigger tires, rims […]

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Bicycling Against Cars – Health Benefits vs Pollution

Norman F — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 07:00:08 +0000

We were recently stuck in traffic behind a big rig spewing noxious exhaust while out bicycling. This provoked us to think about how the health benefits of cycling can be negated by pollution. While we prefer mountain biking out in the wilderness with no cars around, coexisting on roads with vehicles is a reality most […]

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Payoff time for Hybrid vs Gas Cars – Toyota Prius Hybrid vs Toyota Camry

Norman F — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 07:00:17 +0000

Gas is getting more expensive by the day. Everyone wants a fuel efficient car, but does it make economical sense? Obviously serious green oriented folks care more about the environment than financial considerations. When does it pay to buy a hybrid automobile is the question? Replacing a vehicle with a fuel efficient model has the […]

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