EV Articles by Paul Gipe
I’ve pulled together all my articles on EVs and driving electric under one heading–as much for my own benefit as for the benefit of readers.
Chevy Bolt: How to determine if the Battery has been replaced
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Paul Gipe
If you’re buying a used Bolt EV from a Chevy dealer, they should tell you if it’s a new battery …
Nine Years Driving Electric–a Look Back
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Paul Gipe
This fall it will be nine years since Nancy Nies, my wife, and I leased our first Electric Vehicle (EV). …
It’s Nuts: Cheaper to Rent a Tesla Model 3 than an Economy Car
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Paul Gipe
We’re flying into Harrisburg, Pennsylvania this October to visit my brother. He’s installing a Level 2 charge station in his …
Mein Gott! The Bolt is Gone–The Bolt is Back
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Paul Gipe
As my friend Mark Haller said, the whiplash from GM’s about face is making him dizzy. And, it’s not just …
Capacity of 2020 Chevy Bolt with New Battery after 11,500 Miles
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Paul Gipe
Since my previous report on the capacity of our replacement battery we’ve doubled the number of miles driven. Previously, I …
EVCS Charging Tehachapi: Not Ready for Prime Time
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Paul Gipe
While visiting Tehachapi, California I saw that the EVCS’ 50 kW DCFC Tritium dispensers were finally in service. First thing …
