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Comment Re:X Miles IS a standard for me (Score 1) 398

Like BMW i3 with the optional range extender, which is a 2-cylinder BMW motorcycle engine?

As far as required power: smaller electrical cars consume 12-18 kWh/100 km. Assuming 100 km/h top speed (thus average speed a little less) is acceptable for the rare times you run out of battery, a 10-15 kW engine suffices. It will keep the battery not-entirely-empty, so you'll still be able to accelerate normally.

Comment Re:Just don't rent a bike. (Score 1) 41

To get around the city they are superb! You can combine it with other modes of transportation (e.g., a thunderstorm comes, just return it and catch a bus). Adjust? Release the saddle quick-release, move saddle, close the quick-release, ride.

Yes, they suck in terms of riding for enjoyment/sport/speed. I have my own bikes for that.

Comment Re:Better be an open system (Score 1) 311

by someoneOtherThanMe (#43870249) Attached to: Tesla To Blanket US With Superchargers In Two Years
I would guess some communication goes on before the charging starts. So Tesla can license this to Nissan, who may then also have to pay Tesla for each charge (depending on their contract). Nissan can demand Leaf owners to pay for each charge (using some other channel, most probably on-line). You don't pay, your Leaf doesn't charge.

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