article thumbnail

We buy a used Porsche Taycan! Bargain price, 1000km road trip and charging dramas

EV Central

A Taycan’s DC charge port is behind the front left wheel, and Tesla chargers are designed for Teslas to back into position and recharge at their rear-mount ports. Arse-hole parking engaged: charging a Porsche Taycan RWD with a Tesla Supercharger. Monies paid, we’re heading north away from the Big Smoke.

Porsche 107
article thumbnail

Tips: 4 Warning Signs to Watch for in Your Hybrid Car

Clean Fleet Report

Whether You Own a Hybrid or Are Thinking to Buy One, Check These Out. If you’re thinking of buying a used hybrid car, there are a few things you should keep in mind. This is because they’re often considered to be higher risk, so insurance companies charge higher rates.

Hybrid 89
article thumbnail

This portable solar panel has three USB-A ports to charge your gear for $60, more in New Green Deals

Electrek

If you’re planning on going off-grid at all this winter or next spring, then being prepared to power your devices is a must. That’s where today’s deal comes in, delivering a 28W solar panel that has three USB-A ports to recharge your phone for just $60.

Solar 81
article thumbnail

Green Deals: Tackle yardwork with Greenworks’ 40V cordless lawn mower at a low of $194, more

Electrek

Now that rainy season is starting and the grass is beginning to grow, it’s time to consider how you’re going to handle that. Today’s deal ditches gas and oil for a 4.0Ah battery that can run up to 45 minutes at a time between charges. homes only need one charge to get the job done.” ” Rated 4.4/5

Green 59
article thumbnail

What You Need to Know Before Purchasing an EV

Clean Fleet Report

They’re eco-friendly, economical , and just plain fun to drive. In addition, charging an EV costs significantly less than filling up a gas tank, making EVs a more affordable option in the long run. Recharging your car takes longer than fueling a gas car. The number of charging stations is growing, but still lags sales.

article thumbnail

Used electric vehicle pricing guide: How much you’ll pay for a pre-loved Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Kona Electric, MG ZS EV and many more

EV Central

Late to the party on EV incentives and decent charging infrastructure, only in the past two years have EV sales really made a dent in the Australian market. Here are the used EVs you can buy in Australia for under $50,000. A 2017 94Ah i3 with 300km range and 50,000km on the clock for $37,900 looks the better buy.

Hyundai 102
article thumbnail

Your EV range anxiety is making the world ugly – just ask the Tesla Model Y | Opinion

EV Central

In the very near future, no one will be ugly, bored, or, sadly, employed, and if technology can manage all of those miracles it will surely also deliver us cars that can drive for 1500km, or more, and then recharge just by parking in direct sunlight for five minutes. It would have to be an EV, but, at present, it doesn’t exist yet.

Range 86