Recent content by EnvSciTeacher

The garage is more of a shed at this point, oddly disconnected from the driveway, full of junk (mostly not mine), and has no electrical power. Getting power there would be overwhelmingly expensive. I have no outlets whatsoever outside (or in the garage) right now, so I will be having an...

Thank you for the tips so far. I recognize that the manuals say not to use extension cords, and that serious hazards can be found if you use the wrong cord, but it seems like a properly sized and connected extension cord should be reasonable. I like that the J1772 cords appear to have a...

I am hoping to lease/buy my first electric car (Nissan Leaf, 2014 or 15, probably S with charge package) soon, but am stymied by the lack of charging infrastructure at my home/work. I have a short (<20 miles RT) commute, no current charging options at work (though they seem willing to consider...

I'm new here, and trying to figure out the deals. I have never leased before, and in fact have never considered buying a new car before, but the EV market seems different enough to make me consider leasing. I'm looking for an S-trim, preferably with charger package. I would consider 2013, 2014...

Thanks for the tips so far. Forgot to mention:I haven't been able to find any plugs at work (even Level 1) for charging, and I _just_ started, so haven't yet felt like broaching the "why don't you guys install a charger?" question, but will get there. Don't want to buy a car that would...

Hello - I'm new to the forum after browsing this helpful site for a while. I am looking to buy/lease my first plug-in vehicle, and at this point I think only the Leaf and C-max Energi would fit my family's needs (haven't seen the Kia Soul EV yet...would consider it). It would be a second car...