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I think this looks pretty interesting if it gets produced in quantity. Compatible with multiple EVs (no Rav4EV yet). QR sticker to alert you when plugged-in if another vehicle needs the plug. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/myev-by-mycarma-electric-vehicle-logger-app Company website...

Here's my first try at getting a 0-60 MPH time from the CANbus data. I ran about eight tests. The runs from this section of road seem to be the most consistent. Plotted here are two runs from the same section of road; traction control on/off. I was thinking the TC off data would be a bit quicker...

... king... duke? This started as an exercise to determine if the above-spec tire pressures I've been running at (45psi) are really saving any kWhs or just making the so-so grip/handling of these Ecopia low rolling resistance tires even worse. For those who don't want to read the rest; bottom...

Not sure what these ratings are yet; IIHS site doesn't show either vehicle. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-ap-us-electriccars-safe,0,5429365.story edit: I just noticed this posted on the GM-Volt site; except the poster edited out the "Nissan LEAF". Really deVoltees, it's ok if the...

At the SoCal LEAF gathering today, several people commented on my aftermarket "ELECTRIC" emblem added to my Black LEAF. It's an easy install and reportedly can be removed without paint damage. But, you leasers may wish to verify this. I also bought a more stealthy version in black. They're $25...

Spur of the moment, decided to try and make a run up to Mt Baldy. Mt Wilson is closer and more to my liking since there's a ski run within ~35 mi of my house. But, that road has been closed due to fire and floods for many months now. From my house it's about 30 mi to get to the hill climb part...

So, with less than three weeks of LEAF driving under my belt, I've almost stopped being surprised by the quiet, smooth, clean performance of driving this particular EV. Today, I rode my bike into work and naturally a lot of cars pass by and I started thinking about what sort of car I might buy...

So, I'm in Seattle for quick meeting. Last Sunday, I signed up for the Chargepoint free charger card ($9.95). It showed up just in time for my LAX jaunt in the LEAF. I knew the Chargepoint stations were supposed to have been activated this week and sure enough, when I logged in, I could see two...

This morning, I jumped into the LEAF and quickly powered up, released the brake and popped into reverse as has become my habit; i.e. I don't wait around for the startup chime to finish. Then I noticed the yellow master warning light ( triangle with '!' ) stayed lit as I backed out of the...

Right on time, at 7am, Mike and Chris from Sunwest Electrical came this morning to install my Blink EVSE. Also, an Ecotality mgr, Bill came by to document the install and check out how things went as this Blink is evidently the first residential install. The upshot is, the Sunwest guys were...

I've owned two Hondas, one car, one motorcycle, and they were both great. But Honda seems to be led by Ghosn's alter ego. Devoid of coherent purpose, Honda seems to flail at the future. Still, they do have excellent engineering and I may attend the LA Auto show this year just to see the other...

A little more about the CARWINGS system http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/NEWS/2010/_STORY/101101-03-e.html

"Electric Revival: Better not Leaf us stranded" ... wow that's clever. http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/car/10q4/2011_nissan_leaf_sl-short_take_road_test Not much new here and they managed only a paltry 2.9mi/kWh. Kinda disappointing. "Curb weight: 3366 lb "

http://www.eetimes.com/electronics-news/4208687/Keynoter-Family-cars-wont-go-electric So, Ian Wright, a well respected co-founder of Tesla who left to build a bigger adrenalin rush; the Wrightspeed X1, gave a keynote at a chip conference in San Jose a few days ago. He comes off as bashing EVs...

Been that way for about 15 mins. Played the usual browser games. Anyone else?

I guess we can hear this next week. http://www.autoevolution.com/news/nissan-presents-leaf-sound-for-pedestrians-21303.html Also here: http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2010/06/nissan-adds-pedestrian-warning-sound-system-to-leaf-previews-test-models.html And here...

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http://www.mysanantonio.com/business/local/nissan_committed_to_all-electric_gamble_95549004.html Not a lot new here but I like Ghosn's attitude to the press. He's not couching his words; even goes so far as to essentially label hybrids as "niche products". Talk about nerve.. or is it...

http://www.allcarselectric.com/blog/1045841_the-2011-nissan-leaf-is-a-mac-the-2011-chevy-volt-is-a-pc Yeah, there's basic differences in styling and approach between US - Japanese companies as it is. I can't get on board with the Mac vs PC meme (obviously all the EV conversions out there are...

Just noticed this on the "Your Account" page: