Robert Hall
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Not even sure why Balthy even cares. GM is still going to make diesel HD trucks for the foreseeable future, so his niche isn’t threatened by EVs. -
Yeah, who knows what's going on..if Rivian is developing other bed length versions they are keeping it internal and quiet for now...
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google it, I'm sure there are some spy photos out there...I saw a spy photo of a purported R1T extended cab version (with a smaller rear door than the crew cab), but the bed wasn't visible..
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True... about the only off-roading I did in the summers was to drive up to Pinetop, Jerome, or Flag and take some back country gravel and dirt trails. Though I did a lot of summer drives across the void on the 10 or the 8 to the OC or San Diego to visit beaches... As far as the desert in the summer, I had one insane runner co-worker that used to go out at noon for running in triple digit weather.
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Given the extreme climate in AZ, it will be interesting to see how much adoption more mainstream EVs will have. I saw plenty of Teslas in Scottsdale, but people buy Teslas because they are Teslas. I did hear a lot of anecdotal griping about Nissan Leafs and sharply reduced range in the fecal summer weather in the Phoenix area.
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The Hummer EV is awfully long and wide, though...maybe more suited for wide-open desert trails.
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Robert Hall replied to G. David Felt's topic in Electric Vehicles and Alternative Fuels
It will be interesting to see what the EV truck market looks like in 5 years. -
Rivian does have their commercial van for Amazon and other delivery services. https://rivian.com/fleet
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Yeah, I can't imagine taking a 9000lb, 7 ft wide Canyonero-wannabe EV on a narrow Rocky Mountain trail...
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Robert Hall replied to G. David Felt's topic in Electric Vehicles and Alternative Fuels
That would suck...I spend a lot of time at the national park, state parks, beaches, etc in nice weather..don't see the coal-roller diesel shit around thankfully. -
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Robert Hall replied to G. David Felt's topic in Electric Vehicles and Alternative Fuels
I have no idea what it would take to update my 1967 home to support a 220v garage charger. It's a moot point, as I don't have a use case where an EV would make sense. If I had a predictable daily commute to an office it might make sense, but working out of the house, I only drive on the weekends and the occasional short trip a couple times during the week. Sometimes I go two weeks without driving anywhere, esp. in cold weather. -
It would look less stupid with an extra 6 inches or so of roof...the amateur customizers that make these shortened cars always seem to take so much out that the side window opening looks waaaay too small.
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I heard the church bells ringing late last night...about a 1/2 dozen Orthodox churches within 5 miles of me.
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The Hummer EV sounds like it's pretty capable off road, though it's massive size and weight would be a hindrance, IMO.
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First snow of the winter here that is more than a dusting...cold, 16F this morning, a couple inches of snow on the ground, more coming...the commute from the kitchen to my home office wasn't bad, though.
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^ re: barbers—I was a regular Great Clips customer for years, across 3 states. But for the last 2 years, I’ve been DIY with my Wahl clippers, 2-3 times a year. Bzzzt
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Robert Hall replied to G. David Felt's topic in Electric Vehicles and Alternative Fuels
Hadn't heard of that one...appears to be based on the GLB... -
Deep thoughts that are always appropriate---'reality is complex', 'there are many things'.
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I doubt they will do anything like that, I assume it will be just another generic CUV like the current ICE Blazer.
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I like the Bro-hams...seems like they could be a very nice road trip car, just needs an upgrade to have Apple Car Play and a nav screen. I wonder if those seats are as comfortable as they look. The '00 DTS and '06 STS I got plenty of seat time in were very comfortable. most had a vinyl top like this:
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I know. I replied to your reply to his post. I'd say it's more personalization than full-blown customization, though---there isn't much of that going on today, not like all the custom cars 50-60 years ago w/ custom paint, custom body work, etc..not much of that anymore.
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Yes, you don't see much of it with the usual lease appliances, but customization is alive and well with Jeeps and other 4x4s, pickups and SUVs. Loads of aftermarket and dealer stuff for Jeeps, esp. Wranglers.
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I do like the slim front lighting trend, after years of excess cluster bloat.
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Alternative Fuels & Propulsion RANDOM
Robert Hall replied to G. David Felt's topic in Electric Vehicles and Alternative Fuels
They had to out do Ford's max starting price point.. So a similar body layout to the Hummer EV as far as the integral bed. -
Neat..definitely a strong lanchy vibe to the rear 3/4 view..
