Tag Archives: nissan

Where is the fast charge infrastructure we were promised?

Posted on August 23, 2011 by jpwhitehome

This last weekend I took a trip to Dickson TN. We had to leave the LEAF at home due to a lack of quick chargers in our area. The journey is about 60 miles in each direction making it a … Continue reading →

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First Experience with ‘Range Anxiety’

Posted on August 14, 2011 by jpwhitehome

This weekend we ventured out further than we have before. After doing routine journeys the vehicle was left with a  75% charge. We planned to go to PF Chang’s for dinner. The round trip of 46 miles was easily in … Continue reading →

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Nissan LEAF – The Good

Posted on August 1, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Here I’ll list the things that are features I really appreciate or am pleasantly surprised to find out as I learn to drive this vehicle. I’ll keep adding to the list as I become familiar with all the cars features, … Continue reading →

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Blink Customer Service is awesome!!

Posted on July 25, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Blink Networks have a really good support network. I had a trivial problem/question with my new Blink Car Charger, so I sent their customer support an email early Friday evening just after 6pm. The next time I checked my email … Continue reading →

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Recent LEAF’s on eBay did not sell – 2012 Model about to go on sale.

Posted on July 24, 2011 by jpwhitehome

    Recent attempts to sell a 2011 Nissan LEAF have resulted in no sale being made. A few LEAF’s did successfully sell on eBay earlier this year, one went for considerably more than list price.   Maybe the interest is fading as … 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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Nissan LEAF – Scrunching the numbers

Posted on March 28, 2011 by jpwhitehome

Does the Nissan LEAF actually save you money? Quick Answer – Yes, if the cost of Gas is above $2.86 and the government offers incentives to the tune of $10,000. If it wasn’t for the Government incentives, the financial case … Continue reading →

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Nissan LEAF Test Drive

Posted on March 27, 2011 by jpwhitehome

On March 26th 2011 Nissan held a test drive event for their all electric car, the Nissan LEAF at Franklin TN. The Event This was a source of disappointment. Nissan set up a series of tents on the Parking lot … Continue reading →

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