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  1. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    Yup they were exactly as I feared, but if you want a fairer deal then Motorway (there are others now too, although they could be 'white labels' for the same auction companies?) is also pretty quick and they come to you. They find out everything about your vehicle ahead of time and so won't do...
  2. J

    Audio/visual "next stop" announcements on buses

    I've zero doubt that some bus users probably hate the fact that out of towners dare to use their buses. They take time asking and paying their fare, then press the button when they get to their stop and hold the bus up. I swear the people on here who are so selfish as to the needs of others...
  3. J

    Thoughts on the Trump presidency

    Well Skegness isn't bad because if the lies spread online, but I wouldn't have put it high up on my list of places to visit .. but to each their own!
  4. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    I took a car to them to see what they'd offer (I wasn't desperate to sell, which I think many people are). They give the usual quote online and then you make an appointment etc. I turned up and without even opening the doors he dropped the price saying it wasn't what they were looking for but...
  5. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    Quite likely. Of course, if someone else arranges to get their EV charged, they won't really care how long it takes (within reason) as they're not doing it! There are now companies introducing home DC chargers, so that will be the next step. People with nice big homes and land not wanting to be...
  6. J

    Thoughts on the Trump presidency

    Trump wouldn't expect Ukraine to 'give up' defending itself, so it plays perfectly with the narrative that gas prices are high because of Ukraine, and nothing to do with attacking Iran. That's what he will (is) tell(ing) the people so they'll still vote for the Republican candidates in the...
  7. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    I am sure any car maker can make a car that can charge faster (the charging tech is in the car - all the BYD 'charger' is doing is providing more power) but that will come with a cost, and for most people a 20 minute charge is fine. To be honest, I think 20 minutes will be fine even for someone...
  8. J

    Companies That You Expect to Disappear Soon

    I do wonder how Boots will continue under the new management, which doesn't seem to have a great reputation in Canada. What do most people go to Boots for? They're definitely busier than WH Smith high street stores ever were, but are people buying the more expensive things like fragrances or...
  9. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    Report on UK (and Australia) dealers refusing to take many diesel cars in for part exchange and resale values falling up to 30% because, most likely due to fuel prices, very few people want one. I'm definitely glad I got rid of mine when I did.
  10. J

    Companies That You Expect to Disappear Soon

    They know you won't want to drink 2 litres, or have one at room temperature. As I have a Sodastream at home, I have some pressurised bottles that are designed for travel. One is 500ml and the other 900ml, so I do try and go out with one of those (the former is just plastic so warms up quick...
  11. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    In London on a visit last week (London Bridge area) it felt like about 60-70% of the cars I saw were electric. Out of the remaining 30-40% there would likely have been quite a few hybrids. I didn't really check commercial vehicles, but I have seen a lot of Kia PV5s and they seem to stand out a...
  12. J

    Companies That You Expect to Disappear Soon

    Yes, the individual items are now extremely expensive and it's annoying if all you want is a sandwich or a wrap. If you don't need the snack or a drink, don't buy them - but then you feel ripped off because in some cases it's only a tiny amount extra. The cost of a single bottle of fizzy drink...
  13. J

    Audio/visual "next stop" announcements on buses

    I am all for bus stops having signs that have a button to speak the upcoming arrivals (and they are already in use around the world, but as usual we're quite far behind and still seem to be happy to just 'trial' them at select locations as if they're not already proven technology) but having a...
  14. J

    Audio/visual "next stop" announcements on buses

    Are drivers complaining about it? Surely they can see the benefit for making buses easier to use for those with disabilities as well as people who may be out of towners and appreciate knowing where their stop is. Given the use of public transport keeps them in a job, I doubt there's an issue...
  15. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    Tell that to a Brexiteer! That will just be Europe trying to force regulations on us.. Let's build our own cars and paint the union flag on them to show the world we can do what we want!
  16. J

    Audio/visual "next stop" announcements on buses

    That's the idea. It makes the buses more accessible. Get some noise cancelling headphones and the problem goes away.
  17. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    I can't imagine myself ever needing a charge that quick. On a long drive, I would have traditionally stopped to take a break and possibly fill up (although I'd usually drive to a nearby supermarket) so there was the time for me doing what I need to do (stretch, make a call/check phone, toilet...
  18. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    Elon wouldn't want to use Model 2 as he'd presumably want to continue the S3XY formula. Maybe a Model A and Model F so you could have the S, 3, X, Y, A, F? The manbaby will probably focus more attention on the naming than the car design!
  19. J

    Supermarkets discussion

    The small shopkeepers seem to include those who are unfairly targeted and may indeed take their own action 'off camera', and those who are buying the stolen goods to resell. I wonder if those that buy stolen goods to resell (saving on going to the local wholesaler) are also victims of theft. It...
  20. J

    UK switching to electric vehicles discussion

    They're coming back. Okay, not the very smallest cars (A-segment) but you're now seeing a huge number of B-segment vehicles with prices as low as £8-9000 for a pre-registered, minimal mileage, Dacia Spring that's perfect for a lot of people.

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