Haven’t heard of this. Are they cheap?Solar panels? Solar shingles are the thing now...much more durable than panels. Also more durable than typical shingles.....more aesthetic also.
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Haven’t heard of this. Are they cheap?Solar panels? Solar shingles are the thing now...much more durable than panels. Also more durable than typical shingles.....more aesthetic also.
Not cheap, but with tax credits in most states you can cut the cost by 50-75%...sometimes making it less than a new roof with a 5-10 year warranty. They meet all hurricane requirements, don't degrade over time, have a 25 year warranty, and are expected to last 25-30 years. I believe most, if not all, use the Tesla home storage panel-type batteries.Haven’t heard of this. Are they cheap?
If they have a full 25 year warranty and don’t go belly up that could be something to look at! I like the sound of that. Do you think it’ll power your entire home. Get off the grid?Not cheap, but with tax credits in most states you can cut the cost by 50-75%...sometimes making it less than a new roof with a 5-10 year warranty. They meet all hurricane requirements, don't degrade over time, have a 25 year warranty, and are expected to last 25-30 years. I believe most, if not all, use the Tesla home storage panel-type batteries.
Good question...have no clue. From what I've read it takes about 25-30 panels to get the average sized home off the grid. I would guess it depends on the size of your home and your location, as well as your storage capacity.If they have a full 25 year warranty and don’t go belly up that could be something to look at! I like the sound of that. Do you think it’ll power your entire home. Get off the grid?
Good questions to ask. FWIW, I think these things have been well thought out and are not particularly political in anything other than the relatively short term(2-3 years). Some of the technology released over the next few years, VACTN for one, will result in batteries that routinely deliver 600+ miles to the charge, recharge 80% in 5 minutes, and triple the lifespan. Cobalt free batteries will be available by 2025/26, which is very important geopolitically. IBM, interestingly enough, is developing battery chemistry that doesn’t include nickel or cobalt, and could potentially perform better than lithium-ion, which speaks the waste toxicity issues(you are right, nasty stuff).Just read a science article that said batteries for electric vehicles are basically not recyclable. They have to be carefully dismantled and one wrong move and you release toxic fumes. Tesla uses a solid urethane glue that can't be undone that holds the battery pieces together. So, when unusable, are they going to stack them up in a big pile or launch them into space? When adding a mega load to the electric grid, you will be burning more natural gas and some coal. Wind and solar are unreliable as a 24 hour power source and can only be used as basically as a supplement. Have these things really been thought out or is it the feel good crowd pushing into something that will not be workable?
I have no idea. I haven’t really looked into it a lot because it wouldn’t work for our family but the article I saw on them talked about camping features and Google as a backer but that’s about as far as I got with it.And the warranty? 30k is a lot of money for an experimental vehicle. Also the warranty is only good if the company is still in business.
To me the key is going to be improving the charging infrastructure. I know Tesla has an app to direct you to charging stations but until we hit a point where frequent interstate exits have charging stations I don’t think a lot of people will go for it.Good questions to ask. FWIW, I think these things have been well thought out and are not particularly political in anything other than the relatively short term(2-3 years). Some of the technology released over the next few years, VACTN for one, will result in batteries that routinely deliver 600+ miles to the charge, recharge 80% in 5 minutes, and triple the lifespan. Cobalt free batteries will be available by 2025/26, which is very important geopolitically. IBM, interestingly enough, is developing battery chemistry that doesn’t include nickel or cobalt, and could potentially perform better than lithium-ion, which speaks the waste toxicity issues(you are right, nasty stuff).
Right now, only 3% of new cars sales are electric, and it is expected to only be 10% by 2030. Improvements in grid management and energy capture and storage are the critical pathways for very broad adoption. There will be really cool vehicles that do just about everything cleaner, safer, and better than internal combustion. TA is already building charging infrastructure at all of its truck stops for both passenger and commercial trucking.
I love the rumble of my 77’ Bronco. There’s nothing like it. Still, I suspect my everyday driver will be electric by 2030.
Don't forget the increased electric load on all grids. That will be a really big issue.To me the key is going to be improving the charging infrastructure. I know Tesla has an app to direct you to charging stations but until we hit a point where frequent interstate exits have charging stations I don’t think a lot of people will go for it.
I’d try to hold out till 2035. The nuclear vehicles should be out by then with around a 100k mile range before you even need a reactor tune up. No charging, no gas just drive. The great thing with nuclear cars is you can spot a wreck a mile away. Tiny mushroom clouds!!Good questions to ask. FWIW, I think these things have been well thought out and are not particularly political in anything other than the relatively short term(2-3 years). Some of the technology released over the next few years, VACTN for one, will result in batteries that routinely deliver 600+ miles to the charge, recharge 80% in 5 minutes, and triple the lifespan. Cobalt free batteries will be available by 2025/26, which is very important geopolitically. IBM, interestingly enough, is developing battery chemistry that doesn’t include nickel or cobalt, and could potentially perform better than lithium-ion, which speaks the waste toxicity issues(you are right, nasty stuff).
Right now, only 3% of new cars sales are electric, and it is expected to only be 10% by 2030. Improvements in grid management and energy capture and storage are the critical pathways for very broad adoption. There will be really cool vehicles that do just about everything cleaner, safer, and better than internal combustion. TA is already building charging infrastructure at all of its truck stops for both passenger and commercial trucking.
I love the rumble of my 77’ Bronco. There’s nothing like it. Still, I suspect my everyday driver will be electric by 2030.
Cool! Keep us posted on what you learn.Good question...have no clue. From what I've read it takes about 25-30 panels to get the average sized home off the grid. I would guess it depends on the size of your home and your location, as well as your storage capacity.
I recently bought a lot on the river that has a dock permit and plan to build a one-story lowcountry style home on it within the next few years. I am looking to use the solar shingles instead of the traditional metal roof, but need to do more research.
They are really cool. From the road, you can’t tell them from any other roof.Not cheap, but with tax credits in most states you can cut the cost by 50-75%...sometimes making it less than a new roof with a 5-10 year warranty. They meet all hurricane requirements, don't degrade over time, have a 25 year warranty, and are expected to last 25-30 years. I believe most, if not all, use the Tesla home storage panel-type batteries.
Are you considering anyone other than Tesla on the shingles? I’ve seen that numerous other companies are now selling the solar shingles and Tesla has been jacking up prices recently.Good question...have no clue. From what I've read it takes about 25-30 panels to get the average sized home off the grid. I would guess it depends on the size of your home and your location, as well as your storage capacity.
I recently bought a lot on the river that has a dock permit and plan to build a one-story lowcountry style home on it within the next few years. I am looking to use the solar shingles instead of the traditional metal roof, but need to do more research.
Yes. I've haven't really looked hard yet, just read a bit about it. In a little over a year, I will be looking a lot harder.Are you considering anyone other than Tesla on the shingles? I’ve seen that numerous other companies are now selling the solar shingles and Tesla has been jacking up prices recently.
Haven’t heard of this. Are they cheap?
Coastal Grande Mall parking lot. Come on downPolitics aside- I’m all for electric vehicles. I think that I would be more inclined to get a hybrid until I have a better idea of how available these charging stations for fully electric cars. I’m sure there is probably an app or something that maps them out nationwide so people can plan trips accordingly. The only one I personally know about is the one at the Columbia Whole Foods.
I think that an electric car would be good for me because I don’t really travel. As long as I had a plug in for at it my home I would be ok. But if I decided to take a trip to Myrtle Beach for the weekend- it may be a pita finding a place to charge my car to get back.
Good luck finding something with less than 150k in a 1/2ton for 10k right now. My dad just traded in his 2016 with 90k and the dealership gave him 24k for his trade in.I had no idea they had gotten that high but I guess there’s a sucker born every day. Lol
I’ve bought many homes for less than that. I’ve never spent over 10k on any vehicle and the 10k one was extremely nice. I felt guilty spending that much. I Didn’t really need anything that nice but really wanted it.
I’m all set for the next 15 years unless I just run up on a deal I can’t pass up. Dealerships? Nothing good can come from a dealership. That is NOT where deals are found. LolGood luck finding something with less than 150k in a 1/2ton for 10k right now. My dad just traded in his 2016 with 90k and the dealership gave him 24k for his trade in.
My point was how much that used truck cost not the dealership part. We can agree to disagree. I prefer not to drive around in an old piece of crap. Usually when mine is payed off I get a new one. I spend an ass of time in the seat of my truck and enjoy my amenities. To each his own I guess. Can’t take that money with you when you die.I’m all set for the next 15 years unless I just run up on a deal I can’t pass up. Dealerships? Nothing good can come from a dealership. That is NOT where deals are found. Lol
This is what I’m curious about, and haven’t found a good answer yet.Could be. But Musk is doing other thing beside ev. Solar tech and home power storage. Plus I think he will leverage his charging station to charge other brands.
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As of right now there are 3 types of charging options for the EVs and the companies are making adapters to ensure the EVs can charge at most locations.This is what I’m curious about, and haven’t found a good answer yet.
Charging stations need to have a universal hook up that’ll charge all vehicles.
If the Tesla charging station connection is different from Ford, which might be different from Ram, which might be different from Chevy/GMC, then there’s going to be issues.
I’ve heard(but haven’t confirmed yet) that Tesla already has charging stations that are only usable by higher end models only, not the “base model”.
Can someone confirm/deny that? If so, charging vehicles in the future could potentially be a clusterf**k if you’re on a trip and can’t find a compatible charging station.
I love my amenities too and can’t imagine what a brand new vehicle has that my 4runner doesn’t but no way I’m buying it new. Your right, you can’t take it with you but you can live financially smart and retire a whole lot earlier!!My point was how much that used truck cost not the dealership part. We can agree to disagree. I prefer not to drive around in an old piece of crap. Usually when mine is payed off I get a new one. I spend an ass of time in the seat of my truck and enjoy my amenities. To each his own I guess. Can’t take that money with you when you die.
This is what I’m curious about, and haven’t found a good answer yet.
Charging stations need to have a universal hook up that’ll charge all vehicles.
If the Tesla charging station connection is different from Ford, which might be different from Ram, which might be different from Chevy/GMC, then there’s going to be issues.
I’ve heard(but haven’t confirmed yet) that Tesla already has charging stations that are only usable by higher end models only, not the “base model”.
Can someone confirm/deny that? If so, charging vehicles in the future could potentially be a clusterf**k if you’re on a trip and can’t find a compatible charging station.
Ummm....may not be a mandate by definition but choices are being limited which I think is the point.The information needs to be true to be better. No one is mandating electric vehicles. There are plenty of gas guzzlers to buy and they’re not disappearing in yours or my lifetime.
Choices being limited by the manufacturers is not a mandate....that is the essense of capitalism, seeing an opportunity and capitalizing on it.Ummm....may not be a mandate by definition but choices are being limited which I think is the point.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/ncna1256055
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https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.ed...lifornia-mandates-electric-cars-for-2035.html
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https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.au...6230978/honda-electric-and-fuel-cell-by-2040/
Was simply pointing out a reduction in choices.Choices being limited by the manufacturers is not a mandate....that is the essense of capitalism, seeing an opportunity and capitalizing on it.
California mandates could be expected and planned with their smog problem from ICE engines.
Will there be consequences as a result? Absolutely....there always are when an industry changes. Doubt the builders of horse-drawn trailers liked the advent of motorized vehicles too much.
Ahh, gotcha. Can also add in Ford, Volkswagan/Audi and Volvo to that list. Don't think Mercedes-Benz is far behind either.Was simply pointing out a reduction in choices.
The jury is out on whether the solar shingles create additional heat which may or may not degrade the roof sheathing faster than traditional shingles. I know there are credits but I am not sure what the ROI is for the shingles. Most of the companies providing solar equipment are Chinese companies for what it is worth. Few American companies . Tesla sells an outstanding productIf they have a full 25 year warranty and don’t go belly up that could be something to look at! I like the sound of that. Do you think it’ll power your entire home. Get off the grid?
Many Walmarts now have fast charging stations that can do a full change in as little as 10 minutes. Some can take up to 30 minutes.
Here's what Walmart says but you may know more than they do.No electric car goes from "empty" to full charge in 10 minutes. Not even close.
Here's what Walmart says but you may know more than they do.
10 to 30 minutes
"Users are given the option for text messaging on in-session monitoring and delivery of an electric receipt. Walmart said the new EV charging stations allow for quicker charges, ranging from 10 to 30 minutes.Aug 7, 2018"
Solution is simple, have a universal battery that will be mandated for use in all electric vehicles and have an automated replacement at each filling station that takes only 30 seconds or so. The government owns the batteries and the public pays for the cleaner air. With these type of schemes, the public always pays!