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SparkevBlogspot, I have a contracted lease to pay and with my security clearance to maintain it doesn't make sense to be breaking contracts and/or damage my credit. The Fusion and the Spark IMO are "super" hybrids with their large battery packs and they don't take the abuse of multiple-rapid...

SparkevBlogspot, Essentially I converted my car loan into a 3 year closed lease by keeping the payments the same. In a few years there will be different cars to purchase: new technology EV, Phev, Hybrid, etc. I get to buy at a discount or walk away from the Fusion Energi. The Fusion Energi has 3...

I'm happy with my new car the Fusion Energi . Averaging 51 MPG gas and electric combined. Love the car and it's luxurious appointments. The SPARK was a fun car but impractical for my needs. When the lease is up on the Fusion in 3 years we'll see what is available, until then enjoying the ride...

FOR SALE For Spark EV (or other EV) portable L2 2.4 kw generator with safety cables and lock. Includes adjustable current pilot signal OpenEVSE $700 plus shipping or stop by San Diego and pick it up. Will help install it if you bring your Spark EV with you. It is small and fits safely under...

ImTedBell looked into it and you are right about me not qualifying for the Spark EV $2500 rebate. Thanks for the "heads up"

ImTedBell I don't have to wait 7.5 years to receive a rebate for a 2015 car do I? doesn't sound right to me, will look into it

WadeTyhon, Thanks for the sentiment. Did my best to make it work, even designed and carried an onboard, portable L2 generator! See other thread http://www.mychevysparkev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=4149 Did enjoy the Sparks "zippiness" and ease of parking in SO Cali. When there are more PHEVs...

My public charging blues has been solved...... Traded in Spark for a Fusion Energi :D http://ranchofordtemecula.com/Southern-California/For-Sale/New/Ford/Fusion/2016-Energi-Titanium-Gray-Car/44557113/ See post for details: http://www.mychevysparkev.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=4310&start=10

Like most hot and heavy affairs longevity......... Old Italian mentor says "Goes a fas, dona a las" My venture into BEV ownership has ended, at least for now. Traded in the faithful Spark for a Ford Fusion Energi Titanium model. Loaded with sun roof, Keyless Start, Heated and Cooled power...

Have been charging at Chevy dealer until Friday! they got a new shipment of VOLTs and unplugged my car after 20 minutes! Makes sense, it's theirs. It's OK for now I'm able to charge at work @120volt so it's not too bad. Wishing we had EVSE stations at work, and it would be great if it were...

Pegasus, If I had a gagle of kids or volunteered to do the church driving I might be in the market for a minivan, but I still want a somewhat "sexy" car after owning the 95 NSX for 10 years. I'm thinking used Fusion Energi Titanium, red body, tan gut, sunroof, etc. FOR A PHEV, they sold at lot...

Found out that the Audi A3 E-tron and Golf GTE respectively get about the same EV range of 21 miles in the real world, basically the same as the C-Max or Fusion Energi. So there is no reason to pay the premium for a euro car! The A3 and GTE range of 31 EV only miles seems to be exaggerated in...

I think among the many reasons not to import the GTE to the US is that they are already bringing in the Audi A3 e-tron with the same drive train which has a higher potential for profit. Why decide to dilute a limited market with a competing car? The argument "to be nice guys and make less...

Finally found the PHEV I want, The Golf GTE There was a wagon version seen in San Francisco: http://insideevs.com/volkswagen-golf-gte-plug-hybrid-station-wagon-spotted-san-francisco/ Reviews/Videos http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/2015-volkswagen-golf-gte-review...

Norton, Your comment "EV Tender" confused me at first but WIKI saved the day https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tender Now I can relate to the comment. Stephen

Norton, Electric bike battery charger failed just out side of warranty of course. The bike without power is basically useless. It is better to walk than drag this brick of a bike up hill! Charger is out of warranty of course. What can you do, replace charger with same crappy one over and over...

At my job #2 L1 charge spot is not allowed anymore :( A new spot may be available at work, they will let me know.

MrDRMorgan, Yes I did! thank you very much, helps with the EV costs evaluation I'm doing now Stephen

MrDRMorgan According to my findings in SDG&E territory, up to 300 Kwh a month usage is tier 1 rate or $0.18 per Kwh Is that right? My electricity and gas usage bill has been over the last 4 months with occasional EV charging (2,3 per Mo) between 12:00 am and 6:00am : June 351 Kwh $78 July 272...

MrDRMorgan, Thanks for the info, I'll look into it, no easy answer or chart available yet