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Posted: 8/22/2017 9:00:22 PM EDT
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VW returning to their roots. Good to see. Hopefully it will be relatively inexpensive and basic (not too many bells & whistles in the base model). I may have to buy one if they become available in our area. |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 9:05:24 PM EDT
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Electric can't be much worse than those old ~90hp gasoline powered vans. |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 9:05:51 PM EDT
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Make it in a diesel |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 9:08:18 PM EDT
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I predict it will be a dumpster fire like all VW vans.
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Posted: 8/22/2017 9:56:36 PM EDT
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Yeah... problem is VW shows some really cool concepts, like this one, a mid-engine turbo diesel roadster that would get amazing fuel economy, yet still be stupid fun to drive: https://www.supercars.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/2005_Volkswagen_EcoRacerConcept6.jpg ... and then they never produce 'em. |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 10:05:55 PM EDT
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I'm confident that OP doesn't understand the word "sporty".
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Posted: 8/22/2017 10:14:08 PM EDT
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Does it come with a bong and a bag of tobaccee
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Posted: 8/22/2017 10:29:26 PM EDT
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The concept Microbus had AWD, 369 HP, and a 111 kWh battery pack that is said to be good for close to 300 miles of range. A 150 kW fast-charging system would get it from 0- to 80-percent in 30 minutes. |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 11:40:39 PM EDT
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300 miles going 55 on a flat road, 200 miles on the Interstate at 75, and 150 miles if you want to go for a drive in the mountains(just guessing). It doesn't sound like anything you might want to take on a road trip, or get more than 75 miles from a charging station. |
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Posted: 8/22/2017 11:58:34 PM EDT
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I'd drive one in a different color.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:03:44 AM EDT
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Holy shit. Quote HistoryQuoted:
The concept Microbus had AWD, 369 HP, and a 111 kWh battery pack that is said to be good for close to 300 miles of range. A 150 kW fast-charging system would get it from 0- to 80-percent in 30 minutes.  that's goddamn impressive
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:13:55 AM EDT
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How do,they make the AC work on an electric car? It can run at whatever speed it needs to. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:42:28 AM EDT
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That would effectively bar it from export to the USA. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:59:39 AM EDT
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That thing is fugly And will cost significantly more than an equivalent gas vehicle. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 1:35:50 AM EDT
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Holy fucking blindspots.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 1:45:10 AM EDT
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300 miles going 55 on a flat road, 200 miles on the Interstate at 75, and 150 miles if you want to go for a drive in the mountains(just guessing). It doesn't sound like anything you might want to take on a road trip, or get more than 75 miles from a charging station. 
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Posted: 8/23/2017 1:51:42 AM EDT
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Am I the only one hoping they're lying again about efficiency again and there's actually an little diesel in there too?
cause that'd be awesome |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 5:33:45 AM EDT
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Maybe they could offer a towable charging station - A 20KW generator mounted on a trailer. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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300 miles going 55 on a flat road, 200 miles on the Interstate at 75, and 150 miles if you want to go for a drive in the mountains(just guessing). It doesn't sound like anything you might want to take on a road trip, or get more than 75 miles from a charging station. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 6:20:16 AM EDT
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How do,they make the AC work on an electric car? |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 6:34:13 AM EDT
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I like it.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 6:53:13 AM EDT
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That's cute, but it looks small.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:00:28 AM EDT
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The good? Looks cool, would be cooler without grey tires. The bad? The entire thing is now a VW electrical system. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:10:56 AM EDT
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VW returning to their roots. Good to see. Hopefully it will be relatively inexpensive and basic (not too many bells & whistles in the base model). I may have to buy one if they become available in our area. 
For the record, their roots are 'The People's Car' (hence the name) You know who's idea that was right? Literally Hitler! |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:15:43 AM EDT
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Umm, no, so maybe a cross between a Lorcin and a Glock? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yet......so fugly......it's beautiful.   
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:18:38 AM EDT
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Gray tires are weird.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:19:44 AM EDT
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It's actually powered by a dead orphan's heart, but OK.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:24:22 AM EDT
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Would buy
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:27:15 AM EDT
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That doesn't look bad but the wheels need to go.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:30:07 AM EDT
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I dig it, the question is does it come with pink fur and a harem of sex robots..
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:34:25 AM EDT
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It is going to be a halo car for VW rather than cheap.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:42:07 AM EDT
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That doesn't look bad but the wheels need to go. looks like a cool concept and would make a awesome day trip van and grocery getter I am looking at something for just driving around the city, so a super long range isnt really needed |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:50:04 AM EDT
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I wouldn't buy a European electric car. Europeans cannot do electric stuff to save their lives.
Electronic Gremlins galore. Lucas Electrics... There's a reason that Europe is noticeably absent for the top Tech/Electronic firms. There is no European Apple, Google, or Samsung. |
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Posted: 8/23/2017 11:51:13 AM EDT
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Mostly cool looking. Hopefully not made in mexico. Diesel option would be killer however, either way there's no way in hell I'd buy one without an iron clad extended warranty.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:16:25 PM EDT
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Like it.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:18:00 PM EDT
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double tap
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:21:46 PM EDT
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Make it a diesel and call it the shaggin' wagon.
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Posted: 8/23/2017 12:25:26 PM EDT
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Hate to admit it but I might be all over something like that just to rekindle the memories of what went down in the 70's VW bus of yore.
 It would have great contradiction value sitting in the drive next to my 4-door F150 
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Posted: 8/23/2017 6:25:31 PM EDT
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I hope they make a camper version.
Electric cars get all sorts of free benefits--they can use HOV lanes, they get free parking and free electricity at lots of places. Probably some tax benefits too. |
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