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Steve replied to the thread Review Can the 2025 Audi A6 e-tron Deliver 250 Miles at 81 MPH?.That's a great point about charging speed. I think a lot of people focus on the peak charging number, but the charging curve is often... -
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I actually think highway testing is becoming far more important than official range estimates.Most EV buyers in the U.S. spend a lot... -
Steve replied to the thread Question Why I chose 2026 Kia Sorento HEV Facelift (Hybrid) AWD over Hyundai Santa Fe.What I find interesting is that most comparisons focus on cargo space, screens and fuel economy, while many long-term owners end up...
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What’s interesting is that many buyers only discover these limits after the “honeymoon phase” is over.For the first few months, almost...
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Steve replied to the thread Review Which Home EV Charger Would You Buy in 2025?.Good overview. I think many people focus too much on charging speed, while long-term reliability is just as important.A home charger...
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Choosing a home EV charger sounds easy until you start comparing dozens of models that all claim to be the fastest, smartest, and most...
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Steve replied to the thread Review The 2025 Mazda3 Might Be One of the Last Real Driver’s Cars.The Mazda3 still feels like one of the few modern compact cars built by people who actually enjoy driving.But ownership is not always...
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What I actually respect about Mazda right now is that they still seem to understand something many manufacturers are slowly forgetting...
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Steve replied to the thread Discussion Anonymous EV Industry Confessions: What We Can’t Say Out Loud.What many people still don’t realize is that a lot of EV programs are no longer engineered for long-term ownership they’re engineered...
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This is painfully accurate. I work in used vehicle valuation and trade-ins, and the real elephant in the room is the total lack of...
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Steve replied to the thread Comparison Highlander vs. Pathfinder: Rugged vs. Roady King?.To help anyone choosing between the two, it really comes down to your daily driving habits. If you commute a lot or drive in the city...
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Looking for a 3-row family SUV but can’t decide between the Toyota Highlander and the Nissan Pathfinder? Both are absolute beasts for...
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Steve posted the thread Discussion Why Are So Many EVs Being Declared Total Loss After Small Accidents? in General-Ev.I keep seeing more and more stories in the US where relatively small EV accidents end up becoming total losses.Not necessarily because...
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Steve replied to the thread Discussion Does the hybrid kill the gasoline engine?.I think your concern is actually very valid especially with plug-in hybrids in winter.A frozen gasoline engine suddenly waking up...
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Dear Ev Lover,You’re absolutely right to question this a cold engine being pushed hard is never ideal. The real question is how much...