G. David Felt

Yes and you and @ccap41 also ignored the ending of the story and the points made near the beginning that many factors can and do affect battery range. If you are plugged in and the story does say that if you have a 220V home charger you DO NOT loose range as the plugged in charger also runs the battery heater to optimize the batter so that the cold does not reduce the range, yet the longer amount of time out side in cold or hot weather will still affect the battery range. ICE auto's are also affected by Heat or Cold. Especially cold where you get reduced MPG or in hot conditions also again you get some reduction in range due to the use of AC systems. The story also states that as each new generation, the batteries are getting more and more efficient and cold and heat are reduced in how it affects the battery. The story also clearly points out that they used two different Bolts, 2017 and 2018 one optimized for cold and the other for heat. Since the story was 2/3rds printed above by CCAP41, lets put in the last bit here: The battery heater also is active when the car is plugged in to the charger. If the battery temp is too cold, the battery heater will turn on and run at one-quarter power when charging. This, obviously, contributes to more electricity consumed per charging cycle. To avoid this additional penalty, we parked the Bolt in a heated garage while it charged after the highway run. If the battery gets colder than -13 degrees Fahrenheit, the heater operates at full power to protect the battery. This means if you are charging with a standard 120-volt outlet, all of the available power is going to heating the battery and not to replenishing its cells. That’s all the more reason to have a Level 2 charging stationif you live in a cold climate. With every new generation, EVs become more efficient, go farther between charges, and replenish their charge more quickly. Pretty soon the reduced winter range of an EV will be even less of a factor. Until then, keep an eye on the range gauge in cold weather so that your battery’s seasonal affective disorder doesn’t magnify your range anxiety—or the anger of your passengers. My wife will confirm that’s a good plan. EVs are already looking at moving to Solid State that does not have the diminished effects of cold or hot weather on them. We are already also moving into battery designs that are 4x as dense giving much more power to an auto to offset the use of heaters, AC, stereo's, etc. EV's today are where auto's were in the early 1900's and they have had 110+ years to improve and get efficient, we have already moved EV's far faster in the last 5 years than ICE auto's did in the first 20 years. At this rate, EV auto's and Hybrids will surpass what ICE auto's alone will have accomplished by 2025.

Weekend play toy and cruising or replacement for the current auto?

Saw this today walking around Mountlake Terrace. Sad that they let such a car just rot away.

The point and only point I am making is that if our elected gov worker hacks want to blow their horn of Making America Great again, then they should lead by example and not say one thing do something else. I agree with everyone here that what makes america great is the ability to buy what you want from who you want. With that said, everyone know here that I back up my support America first by buying America first especially auto's. Protectionist crap does not work and we have many communist and socialist examples of it's failure. Most of us know that NAFTA will keep these stupid tariffs in check for North America, but they are aimed at China more than anyone and this is where we need to think twice about how we run and lead a global economy.

You are so right, This could easily pass for an updated Matrix or Pontiac Vibe!

This kind of pictures screams IRS. They could have done a far better job if they really wanted to keep it less noticable. Very cool as you know this will go into the Yukon and Escalade.

Cool, I wonder what else is helping with R&D as the cost for such a limited production run car is gotta be high. ?

@Drew Dowdell Please comment as well. In regards to your falsehoods comment, nothing but actual research. Yes there is Wiki which also says this is a stretched widened version of the W211 platform from MB that is an enhanced W210 version. Then there is all the reviews from 2005 where Chrysler is quoted as staying they were given the MB E-Class platform and stretched it, widened it and made it better than the current W211 E-Class platform and reviews show that the 300 did handle better. I do see stories that say Chrysler has been replacing Benz parts as they continue to improve the 300 platform. Yet it seems to me that the begining of the auto started with benz.

Missing the Point my Friend, if your running on a platform of Making America Great Again, and you speak about bringing back jobs, restarting the coal industry, building up American manufacturing, Steel, etc. then walk the walk. He should be like Warren Buffett and buying American products including cars. Warren who I do highly admire and respect drives Cadillac and has stated he could buy many times over European luxury auto's, but as one that believes in America, he supports everywhere he can American companies. Trump Net Worth = $3.5 Billion Warren Net Worth = $87.5 Billion Which business man are you more inclined to follow? One who truly puts his cash where his mouth is at or one that says one thing and does another. That is the point I am trying to make. Potus as the leader of the free world currently should be leading by example of what he wants to attain. Starting a probe into what he believes is hurting American Manufacturing should also be led by examples of where he spends his money.

Actually the W211 Mercedes-benz platform is from 2002 to 2009, Chrysler was allowed to use it starting in 2005. The W211 is an enhanced version of their W210 platform that was all new starting in 1995. So this family platform ended in 2009 as it was replaced by the global W212 platform at MB. Chrysler continues to use it so if you look at the whole family, then you have 1995 to current on a W210, enhanced platform called W211 when given to chrysler. Pretty old platform no matter what. I agree with @ccap41 Green with bronze wheels is a lovely color.

Tax payers paid for it, I want him to dump his Euro Trash cars and buy American. After all, he does run on the phrase "Making America Great Again!" Though his actions are anything but. Back on Topic, I agree with Drew that as long as NAFTA is in effect, this is mostly aimed at the Chinese who are wanting to get into our market to try and dominate it.

Glad to see we are on the same page. I totally agree with you that the crossovers / SUVs that start coming off their 3yr lease will flood the market and like cars, will end up being great values to pickup.

My 1994 GMC SLE Suburban is worth more than what your 3 point star is worth and will out work it. Roomy, comfortable and road trip worthy while able to haul ass with 505 HP 551 lb-ft of Torque. Plus I can pull anything. So like you said my GMC is worth something plus a bit more.

I get what your saying, but in watching it again, he did say that the part he had that was printed was by GM. That was their approved printed part that would replace the stamped multi riveted part. I know that 15" is the max size for that guys printing system, but there are other commercial metal printing systems that can print much larger. I do wonder how long some of the other take. Be interesting to know. One takeaway is that this clearly is how some of the funky concept auto pieces I would have to think are being made. Interesting technology and who knew we had made this kind of advances in printing.

At least go to 8:30 and watch the couple min there where he shows the original stamped / cast part and the replacement part built by a Metal 3D printer. Amazing the difference. 11:34 is where they show a GM part that is made up of 8 individual stamped parts then fastened together compared to the replacement part that is 3D printed and eliminates tooling costs and other features. Over all cost is reduced over the traditional process. By 15 min you can unless interested, can ignore the rest of the 3D conversation.

Potus 45 could start truly representing Americans by dumping his Rolls and buying and driving american auto's, supporting American companies in many ways that he does not do so now and stop this stupid tax everyone BS.

@balthazar I was laughing at some of the Awe in the guy about the car. You know I like the EV's but also was a bit surprised about the inside room and you are right I question the headroom in the back seat seeing where those headrests are at. Best part of the Skyroof I thought was you could look up and dream of hover cars while in traffic. Thanks for confirming some of my own feeling about it.

1965 James Bond DB5 Aston Martin to go up for Auction July 13th. http://www.automobilemag.com/news/goldeneye-1965-aston-martin-db5-set-auction/ I would love to own this baby! ? Back to my original post on 3D printed auto parts. Found this on Autoline, very cool video to watch of actual auto parts and the ability to weld them and build a much better auto.

Love the final pic of the Lawn Mowers in the Back. Never be late to your mowing job!

Award Worthiness Confirmed for Motor Trend 2017 Car of the Year - Chevrolet BOLT Motor Trend plugged in their long term Chevrolet Bolt tester 13 months ago and today they announced that they have confirmed it lived up to every expectation of being the 2017 Car of the Year. It was not just a good affordable EV that eliminated range anxiety but after 17,000 miles deserved to be praised! They do state that the CUV was not perfect as they had two software updates that fixed issues and the shifter was replaced. With that said, maintenance for the year was $0. Cost of powering the EV CUV which had a total of 154 charges cost a total of $630.58 using 69 charges at the office, 47 charges at public for pay stations and 27 times at home. This compares to driving the same distance in a Toyota Prius that would cost $800 and a Kia Soul that would cost you $1,550 dollars. Over all the write up is very good with plenty of interesting info on living with an EV auto. As they state, the only EV available today for under $40,000 that you can go buy and drive off the lot same day. The motor trend staff is ready to make the switch. Breaking down monthly fuel costs: Bolt = $52.55 per month Prius = $66.67 per month Soul = $129.17 per month Motor Trend 2017 Car of the Year Story

Cool customization job of a Tesla S that makes it an attractive auto. https://insideevs.com/meet-project-malibu-tesla-model-s-p100d-by-tsportline/ TS Sportline edition.

Hits Keep Coming for Tesla 3 Edmunds two years ago put down a $1,000 deposit for the Tesla 3 and bought a $56,000 configured Tesla 3. This car to date has only been able to rack up 5,257 miles in 4 months due a very long list of problems and multiple service calls for what many call cutting edge EV. The goal was to rack up at least 1,700 miles a month in the Tesla 3, so 6,800 miles in 4 months yet the EV is sidelined again awaiting a service call. Edmunds has confirmed that the Tesla 3 met and at other times surpassed the EPA rating for the car. The list of issues is so long that they have a google doc to just keep track of them all. Most common issues is the annoying and repeated uncontrollable increase in stereo volume even when your not in the car to maximum sound. This is just a small issue compared to the keycards not being recognized, touch screen freeze up and interior parts falling off the car such as the vanity mirror, which has been fixed and yet still seems to fall off when you open it. As the story continues, after the last service call where numerous issues were fixed, they then left to go on a drive and had the auto lock them out of being able to shift into drive or reverse until the auto rebooted and powered up. This along with a message that the car is in limited regenerative braking mode and the message that the car cannot maintain vehicle power and may stop or shutdown. There are a few highlights in regards to storage space and speed, but the pictures are funny. Currently this long term drive test auto is leaving anything but a positive experience for Edmunds. Edmonds Story

2020 Mid Engine Corvette. Very cool pics and read. https://www.motor1.com/news/242513/2020-mid-engined-corvette-spied/ Love the pictures and info on the XT6 from Cadillac. A 3 row CUV sloted between Escalade and XT5. https://www.motor1.com/news/242805/cadillac-xt6-spied-testing/

Very cool Details on the build of the auto after a test drive. Very cool and worth the watch. So the dimensions of the auto put it in compact size external but internal is a mid class for space. Interesting listening to the 3rd part of the video where they discuss this not a real SUV/CUV and not a Car. @balthazar I be interested to hear from you what you think of their style design leader has to say about the i-Pace. 14:46 is where the style discussion starts.

True, but think of efficient solar cells that send the power to a Graphene SuperCapacitor that they uses the stored energy for powering the auto. Possible ?