Richardw

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  • in reply to: Coronavirus #143180
    Richardw
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      Personally I feel that we should have the vaccine even if it is for the benefit of those around us. People who have not been vaccinated are more likely to transmit to others who may be more vulnerable than ourselves. If we all took the ‘I.m alright Jack ‘ attitude this pandemic would drag on forever. It doesn’t hurt, it’s free so why not? No really, why not?

      in reply to: Today’s the day #142812
      Richardw
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        Very exciting. Hope everything goes smoothly.

        in reply to: Nissan Unveils Ariya’s Paint Palette #142167
        Richardw
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          I think I’d prefer something a little different to the usual blue, red, black and countless shades of grey/silver please. Tinted red in this instance though.

          in reply to: Hyundai Kona Electric Premium SE ordered (Hopefully) #142146
          Richardw
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            Great news. My letter arrived today so we can order from the 20th, just have to wait and see what’s available. Electric, phev or another BMW! No idea at the moment.

            in reply to: Pensioners have more penalty points than young drivers #141975
            Richardw
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              It really is so simple. If you’re not interested in an article then don’t click on it and don’t read it. As for banning people, really? Just live and let live, get on with your life and let other people get on with theirs.

              in reply to: A3 saloon edition 1 due end of march #141520
              Richardw
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                No, all things considered that’s not bad at all. A3 is on my shortlist for 27/03 when I can place an order.

                in reply to: Peugeot 3008 Plugin Hybrid #141165
                Richardw
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                  Anyone need a lift down to the PEUGEOT garage?

                  Seriously though, hope its still available on 27th March!

                  in reply to: Car search diary during lockdown #140980
                  Richardw
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                    Looks fab, hope you like it. Don’t let a couple of issues spoil things for you, all easily sorted as you say. Things are never going to be easy during a lockdown. I can order from 27th March but won’t be in any rush until things open up a bit more. Enjoy!

                    in reply to: No choice but to wait for Q2 #140964
                    Richardw
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                      Off out in an hour’s time to collect my Kuga ST Line X. Dealer rang @ 9am to confirm car ready. Sounds like I will be handed the keys on the end of a long stick poking out the front door amid muffled cries of “now clear off”. Should be interesting if nothing else.

                      Excellent news. Let us know how you got on.

                      in reply to: Leased or not #140887
                      Richardw
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                        No that is wrong they are saying it has to go to the person that leased the car.

                        You’re right. It doesn’t say anything about you having to be the owner of the car.

                        in reply to: No choice but to wait for Q2 #140847
                        Richardw
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                          I’m in a similar position but I don’t have a ‘stand out’ choice at the moment anyway. You never know it may even work in your favour.

                          in reply to: Faster charging batteries nearing the market #140315
                          Richardw
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                            Excellent news. More charging points and we should be good to go!

                            in reply to: SHOCKING EV #140197
                            Richardw
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                              Electric vehicle fanboy and fangirls thoughts on what they hate about electric vehicles.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdxYXAXGcKw What do you hate about EV’s ? For me it would be the long charging time.

                              Charge times, worry over where to charge, greatly extended journey times, late night journeys, service stations at peak times, cold weather, etc etc etc etc etc.

                              I’m afraid that comments like ‘ most journeys are under 30 miles’ etc mean nothing to a large % of the population. And please, no need to assume that I am not in favour of EVs. I would love one. We cover a lot of miles and anything to reduce an £80/week fuel bill would be much appreciated.

                              A lot can happen in 9 years and I really hope it does. But as things stand, no thanks.

                              in reply to: SHOCKING EV #140052
                              Richardw
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                                Funnily enough I had already watched this last night before seeing this link.

                                It highlights the fears of so many people and shows just how far away we are in reality from anything approaching a satisfactory charging infrastructure for those wanting to complete anything other than fairly local journeys. Chasing round after single charging points to find there is a queue? Not for me., not until things are improved dramatically.

                                 

                                Richardw
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                                  Well I’ve never had a Citroen ( apart from an AX GT when I was 20) and I’m not sure if I will ever get one through Motability but in Shine Plus trim at £1795 this looks like a lot of car to me. Bit of a looker too if I’m being honest.

                                  in reply to: mazda mx-30 could be a contender #139135
                                  Richardw
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                                    Definitely a looker but that range is too low for me. You just never know if you might need more. Lots of other great evs of that size that do it so much better. Just my opinion of course, it will be great for some.

                                    in reply to: So I left the scheme, thanks for the worry free motoring #138516
                                    Richardw
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                                      I feel that the scheme is indeed a ‘no brainer’ for quite a large percentage of Motability customers. The reason is peoples financial situation. An awful lot of people would bot be able to obtain the credit to enable them to buy  a car. Many people have given up jobs to care for people and as a result have no/little regular income. On the scheme there are no credit checks, just the ability to chose a brand new car. A car which is often needed for essential travel. For these people the scheme will always be an amazing part of their lives regardless of AP costs, spec levels, waiting times etc etc.

                                      Richardw
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                                        Would be nice to see the 3 series saloon back. The 2 series gc is on my shortlist but I think the 3 would sway it for me.

                                        in reply to: All new cars to have speed limiters fitted by 2022 #138378
                                        Richardw
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                                          We’ll all be too worried about conserving battery power to even think about speeding.

                                          in reply to: whats your preference fwd rwd awd and why #138200
                                          Richardw
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                                            We live on the North York Moors, half way up a hill called Chimney Bank which is one of the 5 steepest roads in the UK. AWD is the order of the day for us.

                                            in reply to: Why so many electric things on EVs? #137674
                                            Richardw
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                                              Maybe it’s to take your mind off constantly worrying about running out of charge?

                                              in reply to: Coronavirus #137655
                                              Richardw
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                                                No, I asked them to call but they say people were told not to ring and they would be contacted. I’ll give them a nudge and see if they think it might be a good idea now.

                                                in reply to: Coronavirus #137652
                                                Richardw
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                                                  Both my parents are 87, both classed as extremely vulnerable. They live in East Yorkshire and have heard nothing with regards to vaccinations.

                                                  in reply to: Why so many electric things on EVs? #137647
                                                  Richardw
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                                                    Well one example would be a video from the guy on ‘The fully charged show’on You tube. Not saying he knows everything but he is a well known, respected advocate of evs. He made this very statement when testing the Corsa E.

                                                    in reply to: Why so many electric things on EVs? #137632
                                                    Richardw
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                                                      They’re more expensive because the manufacturers make them so through choice. Many evs cost less to produce than their petrol counterparts but of course most of their profit comes from petrol/diesel car sales. As things stand manufacturers are not too keen to steer consumers away from this sector.

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