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  • in reply to: Heated front windscreen #207665
    Echo22
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      As above Nissan Qashqai Tekna  ( my next car )

      Great thing to have as had this on a 2015 Grand C Max only problem was the screen heating strips played havoc with visibility once the sun was in your face.

       

      in reply to: qashqai #207133
      Echo22
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        So nice when people share their experiences

        I am also looking forward to ordering the E Power in April as long as the AP is not increased

        Cheers Mike for keeping us updated on your E Power experience

        Much appreciated and will fingers crossed also be contributing to this thread in the summer.

        Happy motoring all

        in reply to: No More Buying Vehicles from Motability at Lease End #206405
        Echo22
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          Not exactly on topic but interesting nevertheless

          I handed a bmw back to a dealer south coast uk where it sat for 10 days

          It was then taken to outskirts of london for a week and then went all the way to a forecourt in a Main BMW Dealership in Edinburgh

          I then looked up the dealers address from its location which was still active on my phone app and saw the cars photos and price of sale

          I noticed from the dealers photos that the parcel shelf was missing and it then dawned on me that I still had it at home lol

          Did I childishly lock/unlock the car beep its horn and flash its lights?

          Of course not

          I simply logged out and deleted the BMW connect app

           

          in reply to: qashqai #206402
          Echo22
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            Hi Mike 700

            I have test drove the e-power and will be ordering in April

            Thank you for your updates and hope they continue on a regular basis

            Below is a newly released video showing use in city in traffic in winter with air-con on

            This cars appeal suits my main driving habits and of course its consumption can differ according where you live, where/how you choose to drive

            Pulling out and onto a busy roundabout without hesitation combined with its safety features are its main attractions for me

             

            Nissan Qashqai e-power: CITY fuel consumption economy real-life test mpg l/100 km urban area traffic

             

            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Opl_hybRA_4

            in reply to: Is the scheme still worth it? #196138
            Echo22
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              I will choose to remain on the scheme for many reasons which inc peace of mind and financial situation for ex a repair of a simple part for example a cars handbrake can be £700+

              I have off road parking (In my case … Free Gov grant covered installation of a paved double driveway) (  I will cover this 1yr journey in more detail in a separate thread )

              So along with free home charger installation I would be mad not to take advantage of the positives and look to make my next lease electric

              Everyone’s situation can differ and as I already have a car and its lease has another 10 months to run ( and may well have to extend at least as long again that’s factoring in reordering 3 months before the end of my lease

              I feel for those that are joining the scheme for the first time and are having to struggle,

              who under the present circumstances imo should be given scheme priority.

              It all comes down to personal choice/circumstances

              in reply to: Motability customers, delays and semiconductor shortage #180700
              Echo22
              Participant

                Lots of chips around its just that covid reduced new vehicle sales forcing the car chip makers to look further afield thus expanding their client base.

                New vehicle demand is now back up so the chip makers are having to meet the requirement’s of a much larger client base.

                This will iron out.

                Hopefully by my renewal date April 2023

                 

                 

                 

                 

                in reply to: Leaving the scheme #180693
                Echo22
                Participant

                  Owning your own car seems to be getting more popular now

                  Main attraction imo is that the nominated drivers needs are also met and are never questioned.

                  As you get older your mileage may drop and modern cars are lasting longer

                  Food for thought?

                  in reply to: EV chargers funded by Motability to end soon? #179387
                  Echo22
                  Participant

                    Ah well

                    I do 7,000 miles a year =19 miles per day

                    my granny charger tops up quick enough for me

                    in reply to: Got a non smart metre ? How to save £sss #179266
                    Echo22
                    Participant

                      Should say meter me bad

                      in reply to: Insurance when you leave motability #175261
                      Echo22
                      Participant

                        Some UK insurers will accept this letter as proof of no claims and give you a corresponding NCD.

                        Hi can you name any of these UK insurers that will accept this letter as proof of no claims and give you a corresponding NCD ? as I have so far drawn a blank thanks.[/quote]

                        in reply to: Q1 2022 News & Updates #173593
                        Echo22
                        Participant

                          Thought this thread was about news and updates

                          That was a waste of my time then

                          in reply to: Blue Badge Electric Charging #173437
                          Echo22
                          Participant

                            Strange question imo as

                            One is a parking bay other is a charging bay simples

                            Chargers are in short supply so charge up and move the car the same as everybody else imo

                            in reply to: Dash Cams – Motability Rules #173435
                            Echo22
                            Participant

                              The new MG has a dedicated built in usb port at the top of the windscreen as standard

                              In reply to above comment the dash cams view window can be switched off when driving if you wish and find it distracting

                              Who wants to see a screen showing you the exact thing that you are already looking at

                              IMO the modern touch screens in cars are more distracting

                              in reply to: NEW CAR SPEED LIMITERS TO BE FITTED ON ALL NEW CARS #173059
                              Echo22
                              Participant

                                But drivers are forced to take their eyes off the road for far to long when attempting to operate sub standard touch screens like those being churned out by VW for example ..Madness imo

                                Echo22
                                Participant

                                  Just to add mostly the Kona model is affected but other manufactures have used the same battery

                                  in reply to: When do you get the letter to say you can get your new car #172638
                                  Echo22
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                                    Login into your mobility account online and it will show you exact date you can pick a car usually 3 months before the end of contract.

                                    You can if you wish also give your bank details to mobility online if you wish to be first in line to receive this yrs.

                                    £60 insurance refund due in April

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