Category Archives: Opinion

Are EV’s Green? Media sends Mixed Messages

Posted on April 18, 2012 by jpwhitehome

A recent study by a non-profit group called the Union of Concerned Scientists in Cambridge Mass, looked at the pollution footprint and cost savings of EV’s compared to conventional vehicles. What their study actually shows is a mystery to me, … Continue reading →

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The EV Taxman Cometh

Posted on February 11, 2012 by jpwhitehome

Several states have proposed taxes for Electric Vehicles like the Nissan LEAF. The motivation to introduce these new taxes is based upon the fact that 100% electric vehicles use no gasoline so pay no tax per gallon of gas. The … Continue reading →

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Gas Prices “Managed” by big oil since August 2011?

Posted on January 8, 2012 by jpwhitehome

A common complaint from any driver is that when Oil prices go up, gas prices do so overnight, but when oil prices drop gas prices are slow to follow. A quick bit of research always showed this not to be … Continue reading →

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To charge or not to charge?

Posted on November 14, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Currently use of public charging stations is free, however that situation may change come January of 2012 with some business owners such as Cracker Barrel  proposing to levy fees for using the electric vehicle service equipment (EVSE). The internet culture … Continue reading →

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Nissan LEAF – 3 Months and 3,400 Miles later

Posted on October 30, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Smooth, Quiet and Fast. Those three words sum up my impression of the LEAF. I like to call it ‘my little Mercedes’. Sure the dash is made of plastic and the seats are cloth not leather, but aside from the … Continue reading →

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Nissan LEAF – The Bad

Posted on August 2, 2011 by jpwhitehome

I’m very pleased with my Nissan LEAF, however nothing is perfect. Here are some of the most glaring issues I’ve found to date. 1. No Spare Tire. Nissan provide a ‘fix-a-flat’ instead. Clearly this is a space and weight saving … Continue reading →

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Nissan are not Nordstrom

Posted on July 22, 2011 by jpwhitehome

The common cliche regarding good customer service is “Under Promise, Over Deliver” and is attributed to Nordstrom. Unfortunately this cannot also be attributed to Nissan. Apparently they prefer the maxim Over Promise, Under Deliver. I got quite excited when I … Continue reading →

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Level 2 Car Charger Installed, now I need a car

Posted on July 21, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Please Plug in Your Vehicle…….. says the newly installed charger in my garage. I took delivery of my electric vehicle charger this week. All I need now is a car!! Which should be delivered to the dealership next week. ECOtality … Continue reading →

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Second LEAF on eBay Motors up for grabs.

Posted on April 21, 2011 by jpwhitehome

A second LEAF has been put under the hammer at eBay Motors. The first LEAF listed did not sell. It will interesting to see if this one gets any more interest. The seller has a good reputation which should help, … Continue reading →

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Why I Hate Car Salesmen

Posted on March 30, 2011 by jpwhitehome

I purchase a vehicle infrequently. My current vehicle I have had 7 years, the previous 9 years. One main reason is that it is just cheaper to drive till they are worn out, one has many years of payment free … Continue reading →

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