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    Bolt vs SparkE

    This is about what we got. Sale ends February 28th. http://www.sportchevrolet.com/VehicleDetails/new-2017-Chevrolet-Bolt_EV-5dr_HB_LT-Silver_Spring-MD/3157641703
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    Bolt vs SparkE

    2017. If I remember correctly, they didn't have any 2018s yet.
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    Bolt vs SparkE

    We have (had) two '15 Spark EVs (my daughter wrecked hers on the snow last week) and my wife just added a Bolt in November. She always had range anxiety driving the Sparks so the Bolt was the only option for another EV. It's an LT with comfort and safety packages, MSRP was about $39.4K, we...
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    New Spark EV pricing too low?

    Well, instead of just disagreeing with me, why don't you just call them and find out. That's what I'd do if I still lived in Eugene, but my phone numbers scream "Maryland" all day long. The last three new cars I've bought were negotiated over the phone. I don't even know what my salesman for the...
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    New Spark EV pricing too low?

    I didn't think they could take the federal tax credit but perhaps they've figured out how. If you go to their site, Carr has 8 Spark EVS for sale. 2 are for 19K and the rest are 26k+. All of their Sparks advertise the $3500 manufacturer cash back, leading one to believe they aren't taking that...
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    New Spark EV pricing too low?

    I could be mistaken, but it looks to me that the Oregon dealers will be cashing in the federal tax credits, not the buyers. But you get $3500 back from Chevy which brings the cost down to $15.5K for the Sparks from Carr. It wouldn't surprise me if you couldn't get the cost down further, maybe...
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    Solar to charge Spark EV

    I think you could do this and stay grid-tied, but it would require one of two things: you would need an extra meter to differentiate between your panels electrons and Solar City's, or more likely, you would need a whole separate account with a new feed to your garage which would also require a...
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    Electric vehicles will lower your power bill (opinion piece)

    We got the details from Solar City this past week. Here in Maryland they don't actually get between us and the utility. After they install the array(s), we get two bills: one from them for the energy generated by the panels, and one from the utility for the amount we used past the solar. We'll...
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    Replacement battery cost

    I called the dealer yesterday for the "limited warranty details" missing from either of our 2015 Spark EVs paperwork. They shuttled me off to someone who wasn't there and couldn't return my message. Maybe I'll hear from them today.... Assuming your paperwork is correct, this isn't too bad. A...
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    Replacement battery cost

    This thread made me curious to find out about our battery warranty. Yes, it says 8 years or 100,000 miles, "see dealer for limited warranty details". I'm wondering if anyone has actually seen those details?
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    Electric vehicles will lower your power bill (opinion piece)

    We have a Time-of-Use EV rate from our local utility. The problem is, their peak rates are so high, they nearly offset the savings we get from charging overnight. I did the math on our last bill and we saved $3.58 from the standard rate. That's after a month of limiting shower, cooking and...
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    Bosch charger offer?

    Here's the link they sent me via email: http://www.pluginnow.com/register?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Spark%20EV%20Welcome&utm_content=Spark%20EV%20Welcome Phone number, which you should already have: 1-877-805-3873 The name and contact number for my rep: Bill Mroue, 877-400-7603, ext 7226...
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    NEMA 14-50 charging?

    Have you considered the Auto Train? You and your Spark EV get on in Lorton, VA and it dumps you out the next morning in Orlando for about $300, dinner and breakfast included. I didn't like the coach seats/lounge chairs for sleeping, but otherwise it was very efficient. Not quite the ambiance of...
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    Extreme Condensation Issues - Interior of Windshield

    Nearly every morning Lil' Sparky is covered with dew. Shortly after starting it up, the inside starts to fog but a short run of the defroster (button between temp and mode dials) clears things up in a minute or two. If that isn't working for you, either your windows are down or you might have a...
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    bike carrier

    Thanks for doing all this Sean. The way I see it, unless you're independently wealthy, you should get a price from Eyers for multiples and they handle the fulfillment. There would be a minimum order they need to justify the discount price, and all those wanting the hitch would submit their order...
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    bike carrier

    OK Sean, I think I get it now. Perhaps Eyers is right. There is some torsional leverage with a bike rack you don't find while towing. Since he's seen the attachment points, he should have the best idea how to resist those forces. If it needs a strap, it needs a strap. Did you ask about a volume...
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    bike carrier

    I've had some experience in efforts like this to make custom motorcycle and sailboat parts. If done correctly, it can be a great way to spread R&D costs around, bringing individual prices down. The most successful efforts got started by gauging serious interest. In one instance, a guy invested...
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    Wrapped Spark EV

    Wow Mark, that's amazing! I'd also like some specifics as to cost and where in MD can we find your friend?
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    A bit of rattling...build issues?

    I'm thinking because we aren't smothered with lots of engine noise, like from an ICE, we're more apt to notice other noises for the first time. My thing is heavy rain. Large drops sound like marbles on the roof, as if they didn't install enough sound insulation. Otherwise this is the quietest...
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    how to disable the speed limiter

    Why 90mph? It's an interesting question. If GM allows the gas Spark to go 103, it would seem plausible that the Spark EV, with its extra weight and lower center of gravity should be safe up to 120. I've hit the limit a couple times and the transition is abrupt indicating there is lots more umph...
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