OT: 300 mpg Vehicle

[sd-maybe]

Very interesting… a local company in Carlsbad.

http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/car_tips&id=6039270

Looks like its a 3 wheeler classified as a motorcycle but doesn’t require a motor cycle license. They’re shooting for a retail of around 30K and are already accepting deposits. Safety would be my only concern as they have only done computer crash simulations, I want to see how it fares in a real crash test.

[CostaMesa]

I’d caution that 300mpg is only possible when transporting a less-than human sized load of material – using any of the known methods of propulsion. The thermodynamic calculations are pretty straightforward.

OK – just read the article. What you don’t pay in gas will be paid in electricity bills.

Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. 😀

[NotCranky]

“Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. :D”

Either that or you inherited the family joules.

[NotCranky]

“Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. :D”

Either that or you inherited the family joules.

[NotCranky]

“Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. :D”

Either that or you inherited the family joules.

[NotCranky]

“Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. :D”

Either that or you inherited the family joules.

[NotCranky]

“Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. :D”

Either that or you inherited the family joules.

[kewp]

It’s not really getting 300mpg, as its using the batteries as well. I gets something like 130mpg once the batteries are depleted.

I prefer the VentureOne.

http://www.flytheroad.com/

[temeculaguy]

I’m still backing Tesla. http://www.teslamotors.com/
They went into full production two weeks ago, looks like they figured out the transmission problem and are now boasting 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a 135mpg equivalent at .02 cost per mile. The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow. They will hit the streets in a few months. Their marketing strategy is brilliant, rather than market to eggheads or environmentalists, their first design is the fastest and sexiest thing on the road, every celeb has already bought one. Next they will come out with their planned 4 dr that is closer to 50k, then it’s on like Donkey Kong.

[kewp]

I admit I like Tesla’s marketing.

My concern is that since the power plant is basically a bunch of laptop batteries, they are going to wear out after only a couple years. Thats the downside of lithium-ion batteries.

I also still wonder if in the long run these are better for the environment, as much of our electricity still comes from fossil fuel.

[kewp]

I admit I like Tesla’s marketing.

My concern is that since the power plant is basically a bunch of laptop batteries, they are going to wear out after only a couple years. Thats the downside of lithium-ion batteries.

I also still wonder if in the long run these are better for the environment, as much of our electricity still comes from fossil fuel.

[kewp]

I admit I like Tesla’s marketing.

My concern is that since the power plant is basically a bunch of laptop batteries, they are going to wear out after only a couple years. Thats the downside of lithium-ion batteries.

I also still wonder if in the long run these are better for the environment, as much of our electricity still comes from fossil fuel.

[kewp]

I admit I like Tesla’s marketing.

My concern is that since the power plant is basically a bunch of laptop batteries, they are going to wear out after only a couple years. Thats the downside of lithium-ion batteries.

I also still wonder if in the long run these are better for the environment, as much of our electricity still comes from fossil fuel.

[kewp]

I admit I like Tesla’s marketing.

My concern is that since the power plant is basically a bunch of laptop batteries, they are going to wear out after only a couple years. Thats the downside of lithium-ion batteries.

I also still wonder if in the long run these are better for the environment, as much of our electricity still comes from fossil fuel.

[Eugene]

I’m holding out for Chevy Volt

http://www.gm-volt.com/

[Eugene]

I’m holding out for Chevy Volt

http://www.gm-volt.com/

[Eugene]

I’m holding out for Chevy Volt

http://www.gm-volt.com/

[Eugene]

I’m holding out for Chevy Volt

http://www.gm-volt.com/

[Eugene]

I’m holding out for Chevy Volt

http://www.gm-volt.com/

[sd-maybe]

The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow

TG what are you talking about, that tripod from the Jetsons I posted has chick magnet written all over it. 😉

[sd-maybe]

The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow

TG what are you talking about, that tripod from the Jetsons I posted has chick magnet written all over it. 😉

[sd-maybe]

The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow

TG what are you talking about, that tripod from the Jetsons I posted has chick magnet written all over it. 😉

[sd-maybe]

The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow

TG what are you talking about, that tripod from the Jetsons I posted has chick magnet written all over it. 😉

[sd-maybe]

The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow

TG what are you talking about, that tripod from the Jetsons I posted has chick magnet written all over it. 😉

[temeculaguy]

I’m still backing Tesla. http://www.teslamotors.com/
They went into full production two weeks ago, looks like they figured out the transmission problem and are now boasting 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a 135mpg equivalent at .02 cost per mile. The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow. They will hit the streets in a few months. Their marketing strategy is brilliant, rather than market to eggheads or environmentalists, their first design is the fastest and sexiest thing on the road, every celeb has already bought one. Next they will come out with their planned 4 dr that is closer to 50k, then it’s on like Donkey Kong.

[temeculaguy]

I’m still backing Tesla. http://www.teslamotors.com/
They went into full production two weeks ago, looks like they figured out the transmission problem and are now boasting 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a 135mpg equivalent at .02 cost per mile. The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow. They will hit the streets in a few months. Their marketing strategy is brilliant, rather than market to eggheads or environmentalists, their first design is the fastest and sexiest thing on the road, every celeb has already bought one. Next they will come out with their planned 4 dr that is closer to 50k, then it’s on like Donkey Kong.

[temeculaguy]

I’m still backing Tesla. http://www.teslamotors.com/
They went into full production two weeks ago, looks like they figured out the transmission problem and are now boasting 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a 135mpg equivalent at .02 cost per mile. The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow. They will hit the streets in a few months. Their marketing strategy is brilliant, rather than market to eggheads or environmentalists, their first design is the fastest and sexiest thing on the road, every celeb has already bought one. Next they will come out with their planned 4 dr that is closer to 50k, then it’s on like Donkey Kong.

[temeculaguy]

I’m still backing Tesla. http://www.teslamotors.com/
They went into full production two weeks ago, looks like they figured out the transmission problem and are now boasting 0-60 in 3.9 seconds with a 135mpg equivalent at .02 cost per mile. The big difference is that other than the rest of the green cars, women will want to ride in your Tesla, nobody can steal it because they wont be able to power it up and old people wont yell at you for driving too slow. They will hit the streets in a few months. Their marketing strategy is brilliant, rather than market to eggheads or environmentalists, their first design is the fastest and sexiest thing on the road, every celeb has already bought one. Next they will come out with their planned 4 dr that is closer to 50k, then it’s on like Donkey Kong.

[kewp]

It’s not really getting 300mpg, as its using the batteries as well. I gets something like 130mpg once the batteries are depleted.

I prefer the VentureOne.

http://www.flytheroad.com/

[kewp]

It’s not really getting 300mpg, as its using the batteries as well. I gets something like 130mpg once the batteries are depleted.

I prefer the VentureOne.

http://www.flytheroad.com/

[kewp]

It’s not really getting 300mpg, as its using the batteries as well. I gets something like 130mpg once the batteries are depleted.

I prefer the VentureOne.

http://www.flytheroad.com/

[kewp]

It’s not really getting 300mpg, as its using the batteries as well. I gets something like 130mpg once the batteries are depleted.

I prefer the VentureOne.

http://www.flytheroad.com/

[CostaMesa]

I’d caution that 300mpg is only possible when transporting a less-than human sized load of material – using any of the known methods of propulsion. The thermodynamic calculations are pretty straightforward.

OK – just read the article. What you don’t pay in gas will be paid in electricity bills.

Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. 😀

[CostaMesa]

I’d caution that 300mpg is only possible when transporting a less-than human sized load of material – using any of the known methods of propulsion. The thermodynamic calculations are pretty straightforward.

OK – just read the article. What you don’t pay in gas will be paid in electricity bills.

Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. 😀

[CostaMesa]

I’d caution that 300mpg is only possible when transporting a less-than human sized load of material – using any of the known methods of propulsion. The thermodynamic calculations are pretty straightforward.

OK – just read the article. What you don’t pay in gas will be paid in electricity bills.

Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. 😀

[CostaMesa]

I’d caution that 300mpg is only possible when transporting a less-than human sized load of material – using any of the known methods of propulsion. The thermodynamic calculations are pretty straightforward.

OK – just read the article. What you don’t pay in gas will be paid in electricity bills.

Eeek. I just outed myself as a total geek. 😀

[Borat]

Vehicles with even higher mileage than this have existed for over 100 years now. They’re called bicycles.

[trex]

As I’ve said before, I can get 100mpg of oatmeal on my bike, though that’s alot of fiber to take in.

[trex]

As I’ve said before, I can get 100mpg of oatmeal on my bike, though that’s alot of fiber to take in.

[trex]

As I’ve said before, I can get 100mpg of oatmeal on my bike, though that’s alot of fiber to take in.

[trex]

As I’ve said before, I can get 100mpg of oatmeal on my bike, though that’s alot of fiber to take in.

[trex]

As I’ve said before, I can get 100mpg of oatmeal on my bike, though that’s alot of fiber to take in.

[Borat]

Vehicles with even higher mileage than this have existed for over 100 years now. They’re called bicycles.

[Borat]

Vehicles with even higher mileage than this have existed for over 100 years now. They’re called bicycles.

[Borat]

Vehicles with even higher mileage than this have existed for over 100 years now. They’re called bicycles.

[Borat]

Vehicles with even higher mileage than this have existed for over 100 years now. They’re called bicycles.

[34f3f3f]

I don’t think the Carlsbad company will make it, because not enough went into the design. The Ventura One on the other hand has a lot going for it, and no doubt will be in the next Bond movie, and will knock the Smart Car off it’s pedestal, which may becoming a little tired (at least in Europe), and the US version not being as cute anyway. However, it’s high price tag is not in it’s favor. Another toy for the rich, or would-be born-again-biker, ergo lack of mass market it’s probably doomed to failure.

[34f3f3f]

I don’t think the Carlsbad company will make it, because not enough went into the design. The Ventura One on the other hand has a lot going for it, and no doubt will be in the next Bond movie, and will knock the Smart Car off it’s pedestal, which may becoming a little tired (at least in Europe), and the US version not being as cute anyway. However, it’s high price tag is not in it’s favor. Another toy for the rich, or would-be born-again-biker, ergo lack of mass market it’s probably doomed to failure.

[34f3f3f]

I don’t think the Carlsbad company will make it, because not enough went into the design. The Ventura One on the other hand has a lot going for it, and no doubt will be in the next Bond movie, and will knock the Smart Car off it’s pedestal, which may becoming a little tired (at least in Europe), and the US version not being as cute anyway. However, it’s high price tag is not in it’s favor. Another toy for the rich, or would-be born-again-biker, ergo lack of mass market it’s probably doomed to failure.

[34f3f3f]

I don’t think the Carlsbad company will make it, because not enough went into the design. The Ventura One on the other hand has a lot going for it, and no doubt will be in the next Bond movie, and will knock the Smart Car off it’s pedestal, which may becoming a little tired (at least in Europe), and the US version not being as cute anyway. However, it’s high price tag is not in it’s favor. Another toy for the rich, or would-be born-again-biker, ergo lack of mass market it’s probably doomed to failure.

[34f3f3f]

I don’t think the Carlsbad company will make it, because not enough went into the design. The Ventura One on the other hand has a lot going for it, and no doubt will be in the next Bond movie, and will knock the Smart Car off it’s pedestal, which may becoming a little tired (at least in Europe), and the US version not being as cute anyway. However, it’s high price tag is not in it’s favor. Another toy for the rich, or would-be born-again-biker, ergo lack of mass market it’s probably doomed to failure.

[kewp]

Hmmm, here’s an idea…

Buy a nice plot of land in the IE…

Build a zero-house, http://www.zerohouse.net/

Commute to the coast in a venture one!

[kewp]

Hmmm, here’s an idea…

Buy a nice plot of land in the IE…

Build a zero-house, http://www.zerohouse.net/

Commute to the coast in a venture one!

[kewp]

Hmmm, here’s an idea…

Buy a nice plot of land in the IE…

Build a zero-house, http://www.zerohouse.net/

Commute to the coast in a venture one!

[kewp]

Hmmm, here’s an idea…

Buy a nice plot of land in the IE…

Build a zero-house, http://www.zerohouse.net/

Commute to the coast in a venture one!

[kewp]

Hmmm, here’s an idea…

Buy a nice plot of land in the IE…

Build a zero-house, http://www.zerohouse.net/

Commute to the coast in a venture one!

[Coronita]

My preferences would echo TG's post. In fact, my pecking order would be

1. Tesla Roadster to be more green and offset me ruining the environment for my #2-4 pick

2. Nissan GTR

3. Audi R8-v10Diesel if that ever sees the light

4. Audi RS5 if that ever sees the light.

 #1 speaks for itself.

#2 schools just about schools most everything else out there. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/29/motor-trend-claims-nissan-gt-r-making-at-least-507-hp/

 

—– Sour grapes for everyone!

[Nor-LA-SD-guy]

Cheap lithium ion batteries are coming !!

[Nor-LA-SD-guy]

Cheap lithium ion batteries are coming !!

[Nor-LA-SD-guy]

Cheap lithium ion batteries are coming !!

[Nor-LA-SD-guy]

Cheap lithium ion batteries are coming !!

[Nor-LA-SD-guy]

Cheap lithium ion batteries are coming !!

[Coronita]

My preferences would echo TG's post. In fact, my pecking order would be

1. Tesla Roadster to be more green and offset me ruining the environment for my #2-4 pick

2. Nissan GTR

3. Audi R8-v10Diesel if that ever sees the light

4. Audi RS5 if that ever sees the light.

 #1 speaks for itself.

#2 schools just about schools most everything else out there. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/29/motor-trend-claims-nissan-gt-r-making-at-least-507-hp/

 

—– Sour grapes for everyone!

[Coronita]

My preferences would echo TG's post. In fact, my pecking order would be

1. Tesla Roadster to be more green and offset me ruining the environment for my #2-4 pick

2. Nissan GTR

3. Audi R8-v10Diesel if that ever sees the light

4. Audi RS5 if that ever sees the light.

 #1 speaks for itself.

#2 schools just about schools most everything else out there. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/29/motor-trend-claims-nissan-gt-r-making-at-least-507-hp/

 

—– Sour grapes for everyone!

[Coronita]

My preferences would echo TG's post. In fact, my pecking order would be

1. Tesla Roadster to be more green and offset me ruining the environment for my #2-4 pick

2. Nissan GTR

3. Audi R8-v10Diesel if that ever sees the light

4. Audi RS5 if that ever sees the light.

 #1 speaks for itself.

#2 schools just about schools most everything else out there. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/29/motor-trend-claims-nissan-gt-r-making-at-least-507-hp/

 

—– Sour grapes for everyone!

[Coronita]

My preferences would echo TG's post. In fact, my pecking order would be

1. Tesla Roadster to be more green and offset me ruining the environment for my #2-4 pick

2. Nissan GTR

3. Audi R8-v10Diesel if that ever sees the light

4. Audi RS5 if that ever sees the light.

 #1 speaks for itself.

#2 schools just about schools most everything else out there. http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/29/motor-trend-claims-nissan-gt-r-making-at-least-507-hp/

 

—– Sour grapes for everyone!

[Author]

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