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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I had an old shape Auris hybrid
Great on fuel, crap on hills and virtually zero boot space (the battery is at the back)
The newer version has a full size boot but us quite shallow compared to other cars
Higher servicing costs and pretty much main dealer only |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear? "
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Work in sales so my new Company car but good personal lease deals available merc e-class saloon 350e plug in plenty of power not much boot space enough but cruises effortlessly did see a audi a5 deal on a email yesterday 229on personal with 12k a year think it was 9months upfront though ...
If I had a choice I wouldve picked to 2litre diesel audi though . Sportier more room
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down "
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous.... |
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By *nfinity1 OP Man
over a year ago
Near Bournemouth |
"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear?
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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I'd love one of these or a mustang, impala or ........ |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear?
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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Hydrogen is an appalling energy storage/transfer medium though.
Hence why its been ditched in favour of far more efficient battery technology.
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By *illnatMan
over a year ago
wherever i need to be |
Personally I want the Volvo XC90 hybrid but at 70k it'll be a while. Love the tesla and it's the same price. Fast charging network across the whole uk and it's free to charge. With a 300 mile range I'm seriously swayed by that as well |
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By *nfinity1 OP Man
over a year ago
Near Bournemouth |
"I quite like the BMWi3 but the colours are really manky. Far more than you want to pay though.
Let us know what you decide cos my next/last car will need to be electric/hybrid. "
I'm not looking for full electric, I normally tend to go for diesels but after seeing a Lexus....... |
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"Personally I want the Volvo XC90 hybrid but at 70k it'll be a while. Love the tesla and it's the same price. Fast charging network across the whole uk and it's free to charge. With a 300 mile range I'm seriously swayed by that as well "
http://fortune.com/2016/11/07/tesla-charging-superchargers/
I think they have changed their minds about free charging for new customers
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By *illnatMan
over a year ago
wherever i need to be |
"Personally I want the Volvo XC90 hybrid but at 70k it'll be a while. Love the tesla and it's the same price. Fast charging network across the whole uk and it's free to charge. With a 300 mile range I'm seriously swayed by that as well
http://fortune.com/2016/11/07/tesla-charging-superchargers/
I think they have changed their minds about free charging for new customers
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It's still free according to their own website but hopefully it won't cost much if you do have to use it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Don't do it! Mrs
Should I go for a diesel then?
I think so
In that case..... Honda, Audi or VW?
BMW
Ah, I'm not a fan of BMW"
Omg, we can't meet then! :o |
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By *nfinity1 OP Man
over a year ago
Near Bournemouth |
"Don't do it! Mrs
Should I go for a diesel then?
I think so
In that case..... Honda, Audi or VW?
BMW
Ah, I'm not a fan of BMW
Omg, we can't meet then! :o "
Noooooo, I was looking at the one series but..... |
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By *nfinity1 OP Man
over a year ago
Near Bournemouth |
"I drove a Lexis hybrid and loved it. Only complaint was the seats had no lumbar support and were a bitch on a long journey...."
The one I'm looking at has lumber support.
I was wondering on reliability and costs of up keeping. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous...."
Can't you just do really loud vocal engine noises |
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By *nfinity1 OP Man
over a year ago
Near Bournemouth |
"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous....
Can't you just do really loud vocal engine noises "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous....
Can't you just do really loud vocal engine noises
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I believe they're looking to add sound generators to the newer models of electric vehicles.
Personally i say leave them silent and let natural selection run its course |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous....
Can't you just do really loud vocal engine noises
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They need 'growlers ' remember those on push bikes? |
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OP what do you need from a car with regards to driving patterns. The downside of hybrid and or electric the lifespan of the batteries. If you buy second hand then you could be faced with a new battery system soon.
If you are looking at diesel you need to be driving it a reasonable distance every time. If no the newer diesels will clog up the DPF.
My advice would be to highlight what you use your car for and how big ut needs to be. Carry 4/5 people and stuff etc.
Good luck with your choice. |
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By *4u2016Woman
over a year ago
St albans / London |
We have both the Toyota Yaris and Rav 4 hybrids and they drive fine never had an issue with acceleration. Most of the main dealer garages have very inexpensive service plans you can buy. |
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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago
Filthy Fuckeryville |
"I drove a Lexis hybrid and loved it. Only complaint was the seats had no lumbar support and were a bitch on a long journey....
The one I'm looking at has lumber support.
I was wondering on reliability and costs of up keeping."
Never had a problem with it in 3 years only other issue was small boot lol
Upkeep issue was that it had to go to main dealers for services as others didn't want to touch hybrids so was a little more expensive but saved loads on fuel as very economical |
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By *anky_PankyWoman
over a year ago
Filthy Fuckeryville |
"I drove a Lexis hybrid and loved it. Only complaint was the seats had no lumbar support and were a bitch on a long journey....
The one I'm looking at has lumber support.
I was wondering on reliability and costs of up keeping.
Never had a problem with it in 3 years only other issue was small boot lol
Upkeep issue was that it had to go to main dealers for services as others didn't want to touch hybrids so was a little more expensive but saved loads on fuel as very economical "
Oops just noticed my phone doesn't like the word LEXUS |
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Could of course get a little Renault Twizzy town car..
Great fun speedy x2 seater. 50 miles to charge 50 mph and no windows so you can yell out if someone in the way.
Only trouble is when you get back to it loads of people waiting to ask questions about it. |
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By *abioMan
over a year ago
Newcastle and Gateshead |
"It's a bit to pricey for me, I'm looking to spend between 10 and 15 grand"
I own a 3rd gen prius..... should i just leave the thread now...
seriously though.. i got my second hand from a main deal so you should have to spend that much for one....
i love it though... and if you learn to drive it properly (forget everything your driving instructor told you about not coasting.....) i get about 55-60 mpg out of mine..... |
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By *abioMan
over a year ago
Newcastle and Gateshead |
i am on the tesla model 3 waiting list... but with brexit happening and the drop in the pound, it means the car is going to be a lot more expensive... so i can made a decision closer to the time and get my deposit back if i decide.... |
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous...." wait till the driverless cars hit the road then the shit will hit the fan .when you get run over who will be to blame then Robbie the robot ? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Electric cars are frickin dangerous. I came very close to being hit by a Prius in a car park. Silently tried to run me down
Oblivious pedestrians are dangerous....wait till the driverless cars hit the road then the shit will hit the fan .when you get run over who will be to blame then Robbie the robot ?"
The robot will be pretty unlikely to run you over given its operating not just visually but with multiple laser raders so jas no blind spot.
If you get ran over by a robot car you're probbaly going to be the one paying for damaging the var :p |
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"I am looking at getting a new car and have been swayed by hybrids.
Does anyone have any thoughts or advice on them?"
Don't get a Prius as you'll constantly get people jumping in the back thinking you're a cab. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear?
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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One question.....Where would you get the hydrogen from? |
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"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear?
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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One question.....Where would you get the hydrogen from?"
The hydrogen pump ? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Have you considered the Hammerhead Eagle i-Thrust, as featured on Top Gear?
My brother is on his 3rd Prius.
Personally, I can't stand them - but mainly because it's a f***ing ugly looking thing.
Personally, I have a 96 Pontiac Firebird.
Yep, I drive a 21 year old gas guzzling yank tank - that just happens to be returning between 32 & 40 mpg.
On part of a journey last night I got my average mpg up to 50mpg!!!!!
I have to say that I have been impressed by what i've seen in terms of performance of cars like the Tesla, but at the moment, the biggest drawback that I can see is range and recharging time.
I wish more development was being done on Hydrogen Fuel cell technology.
That said, I don't like the look of the Tesla - mind you, there's pretty much nothing on the market at the moment that takes my fancy - fussy git, I know.
Now, if someone was to produce a 98-02 shape Pontiac Firebird Trans Am that used Hydrogen Fuel Cells and powered Electric motors, then that would be the puppy for me
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One question.....Where would you get the hydrogen from?"
You can make hydrogen via a number of means all inefficent, then it needs to be inefficiently transported by road, then stored inefficiently where it will constantly leak, then convert it back to electricity in your car.
Compared to batteries and wires is a no go.
But the typical methos isnt electrolysis like "green" people think you make it from natural gas by stripping the h off the carbons.
So basicaly it's still fossil fuels but you wasted a shit load of energy instead of just using petrol or even lpg |
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I've got a BMW hybrid. Amazing if you're doing short journeys. BMW claim 25 miles but in reality it's more like 15. Lovely to drive and also extremely rapid too.
If you're always doing long journeys I'd still recommend an economical diesel |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I've seen what a single 18650 battery can do when it explodes. Wouldn't fancy seeing 10,000 of them going off in an accident."
Dont fly on a dreamliner.
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