u/roma258

Since we're not allowed to do polls, I let's see those response. I am thinking the choices are:

Rivian R2- Rivian's mass market play, do or die for Rivian to either become the next big player in the direct to consumer, software defined market or crash and burn.

Nissan Leaf- Nissan's big play for the affordable EV market. 300 mile range, price right around $30k, is there a market for this?

Slate Truck- Completely different paradigm than anything currently on the market. $25k bare bones truck that calls back to 1990s Toyota Tacomas and Ford Rangers.

Subaru Trailseeker- the electric Subaru Outback that people have been asking for for years.

Toyota BZ- at last Toyota has a competitive, mass market EV product. Will Toyota loyalists notice?

BMW iX3/Volvo EX60/MB GLC troika- premium European options with high range, 800V battery architecture and fast charging.

Hi everyone, we'll be traveling to UK in the middle of June. The plan is to spend 3 full days in Edinburgh, take the train down and then spend 3 full days in London. I realize this is not exactly a unique or novel itinerary, but it's our first proper trip to the UK so starting basic.

About us- couple in our mid-40s with a travel loving, inquisitive 9 year old. We all like to try local food, enjoy historical sites and want to get off the beaten path when possible.

Questions: Are there any recommendations for a good day trip out of Edinburgh to get a taste for the rest of Scotland? I know 3 days is not enough, but looking for interesting recommendations. Also anything in town beyond the standard castle tour is greatly appreciated.

For London, the kid is insisting on Stonehenge so that's our day trip. I know there's 10 million things to do, but looking for recommendations for off the beaten path where we could mix it up with the locals. Stay in Fulham fwiw.

Last thing, I like to rent a bike wherever I go and go for a spin or a group tour. Any recommendations for good bike rides/operators/tours in either city would be greatly appreciated!

Other interests: motorbikes, WWII history, Jewish history, indie rock music scene, playing pick up hoops with the locals, elaborate kids playgrounds, food/produce markets (ideally with lots of samples), good beer.

Hi everyone, we've owned our 2020 Rav4 Hybrid Limited since new. It has around 66,000 miles on it at the moment. In the past year our fuel economy has dropped noticeably on the tracker, so I decided to track it the old fashioned way. Last 2 fill ups we got exactly 28 mpg both times.

Driving habits:

• Around 70% urban/suburban, 30% highway. Normal surface streets, normal power setting, neither of us is particularly lead footed.
• Outside temperature- spring time, mostly between 50 and 80 degrees.
• Maintenance- fully up to date

I understand there's going to be some battery deprecation, but this seems pretty extreme to me. Has anyone experience such a significant and consistent drop in fuel efficiency? Has anyone had luck getting warranty coverage as a result? I understand the final answer lies with visiting the dealer, I'm curious if anyone else has had similar experience.

I was in Denver for a work trip and needed a rental. I was not specifically seeking out an EV, but they were by far the cheapest category at the rental agency. Yes, cheaper than ICE subcompacts. So I got a very nice Hyundai Ionic 5 to zip around on for a price that's cheaper than a Toyora Yaris. Not complaining mind you, but you can only do that when most shoppers are still scared of EVs. Oh well, their loss.

Obviously in the rest of the world, the impact and shift to EVs is already notable. In the US, our prices have hovered around $4 per gallon since March, which is not really a significant enough driver for those car shopping right now.

Well gasoline prices are finally spiking in earnest. Today is May 2nd and the national average is $4.43 now, up from $4.09 a week ago. My guess is we're at $5 by the end of the month. Summer driving season is here, reserves are starting to run out around the world, the last ships that cleared Hormuz had reached their destination. Shit is about to get real.

So if you're car shopping now, I think you take a strong look at EVs now in a way you may not have in March and April. Especially as it becomes increasingly clear that this is not ending any time soon. The manufacturers who stuck with their EV strategies and have compelling products available should start to see strong sales.