G. David Felt

@trinacriabob @Robert Hall @oldshurst442 @Drew Dowdell FYI, since we were in lockdown during my 30th Anniversary and now in year 31 but things opening up, last week my kids surprised my wife and I by taking us away to Maui for a 7-day celebration of our 30th wedding anniversary. I will post a review of the two auto's we had, a 2022 Kia Sorrento and a 2019 Ford Escape. Post a few pics of the trip and beaches. Sorry I was not around to help keep an eye on the news and post, but I will say it was a very weird feeling as my kids surprised us last Friday and we flew out that night. The kids even had talked to my boss to keep things secret and got me the week off and took all my electronics other than camera, so I truly was unplugged. Weirdest feeling ever. Saw lots of cool old autos in Maui, will expand on this later too. Flew in last night at midnight. Cool seeing about the new Hybrid Hornet. Surprised no one has posted about the NEW CHALLANGER/CHARGER Concept. Stellantis Media - Performance Made Us Do It: Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept Previews Brand’s Electrified Future (stellantisnorthamerica.com) Image Gallery here People can bitch and cry all they want about the death of ICE and the big block engines, but I say the future is Bright for EV Muscle cars. You can hate the synthetic sound, but I can also turn it off and enjoy the quiet with the performance or have a special built sound. hq_15759.mp4 @ 2:30 you can hear the new sound of the Dodge Charger. hq_15758.mp4 Then we have the updated Blazer EV pictures of Police Pursuit vehicles, so you know they will be ultra-quiet to nail those of us with heavy feet. Chevrolet Blazer - 2023 BLAZER EV ON THE JOB — AND ON PATROL In addition to the “civilian” models of the new Blazer EV, Chevrolet will offer a specially developed Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) models. Based on the Blazer SS model, the Blazer EV PPV will have the largest Ultium battery in the lineup and will be available in rear wheel drive or with a dual motor all-wheel drive system. The PPV will use the Blazer SS high performance front Brembo brakes to help ensure short stopping distances. The purpose-built Blazer EV PPV model features a police specific interior designed for police officers with ample room to accommodate emergency equipment and gear. “The possibilities for the Blazer EV’s commercial and law enforcement applications are almost endless,” said Ed Peper, vice president of GM Fleet. “Along with zero-tailpipe-emissions performance, it reduces the number and frequency of certain maintenance requirements typically associated with fleet vehicles." In addition, the available trims offer different range and content suited for additional fleet and commercial customers, such as pharmaceutical, rental and others. Good Story on Police Vehicles that go into production in 2023. All The Electric Police Cars In America | CarBuzz Police EVs Chevrolet Bolt and Bolt EUV Blazer EV F-150 Lighting Mach-e I would not be surprised to see a Dodge Police EV soon show up and while the retail side of Charger/Challenger ICE are ending next year, Dodge has confirmed they will continue to build all commercial versions in fulfilling long term contracts, so you can always pick up a Police Force retired Charger or Challenger.

R.I.P. to the Dodge Challenger and Charger. 2023 is the end of ICE for them. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/15/dodge-challenger-charger-to-be-discontinued-in-2023.html

RIP to the Dodge Charger and Challenger. 2023 is the end. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/15/dodge-challenger-charger-to-be-discontinued-in-2023.html

That is totally confusing, does your town have a higher income than surrounding communities? I have clearly noticed that Bellevue and Seattle are much higher than up north in my little town. Course their average income is almost double where I live.

Costco Premium here is finally below $5, paid $4.79 a gallon to fill up the SS and I noticed the Regular was $4.39 a gallon.

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Filled up the SS at Business Costco, usually I use the regular Costco by my house, but was there and figured kill two birds with one stone, shopping done, now gas. WOW was so slow!!! I asked the attendant and he said that they were getting low on gas and with all the pumps in use it seemed to be slowing everyone. They were supposed to get a delivery tonight of gas, but WOW, talk about slow, was there 20 minutes to pump 18 gallons. Pathetic. ?

They DO NOT have the same batteries and motors that Tesla has. Remember we have posted here the company in the UK, YASA that Mercedes bought to build them electric motors, they are not the same. END OF LINE! Plenty of stories about this startup that does not have the history of Tesla power train. Acquired by Mercedes-Benz, YASA’s revolutionary electric motor is set for big things | TechCrunch Yes, Mercedes is going to build the axial flux motors that Yasa designs, an unproven new tech electric motor. Press Release 20211118_PI_Transformation_Insight_Berlin_en.docx This does not put it in the same league or is the same as what Tesla has. Ford and GM DO NOT have the same batteries or electric motors as Tesla. They are all building what they think is the best battery packs and motors, but assumptions is all you have in the above statement, total vaporware at this point just like you called Chryslers Airflow Concept EV auto.

So just like Mercedes, Vaporware as nothing is on the dealer lots yet. Fact is that Stellantis already does have a level 3 system that is testing across Europe where they sell far more EVs than Mercedes. This must hurt since Mercedes is not even in the top 5 globally. World’s Top 5 EV Automotive Groups Ranked By Sales: 2021 (insideevs.com) Plug-in car sales in Q1-Q4 2021 (vs previous year): Tesla: 936,172 and 14.4% share (vs 16%) Volkswagen Group: 757,994 and 11.7% share (vs 13%) SAIC (incl. SAIC-GM-Wuling): 683,086 and 10.5% share BYD: 593,878 and 9.1% share Stellantis: 360,953 and 5.6% share Top 5 total: 3,332,083 (51.3% share) others: 3,163,305 (48.7% share) Total: 6,495,388

So, in other words, you're admitting that the Best or Nothing is true, they have NOTHING since they do not have the best. Clearly since Tesla and others have better products, your backup is to say that ICE or Hybrid is better than any other EV out there. Seems Mercedes is truly behind since they have nothing to offer the average consumer, just the 1% crowd with that awful EQS styling mess.

Congratulations, lovely color, looks great and will always be an enjoyment to drive.! I too like a few others here work from home, but still love to go for drives. #iworkfordell

Chrysler showed off at the January 2022 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) the Airflow Concept in White which we covered in the following story. Today Chrysler is now showing the Airflow Graphite, the alter-ego to the Airflow Concept showing Chrysler embodies a new contemporary, tech-forward, sleek, sophisticated package that combines Chrysler Galaxy Black exterior with Cyprus Copper Accents inside and out. This combination of color features throughout the spacious interior, along the panoramic glass roof and continues onto select surfaces of the 22-inch wheels working to create the refined, sophisticated design you see here. Chrysler had the following points they wanted to make about the Airflow Graphite EV. Chrysler reinforces commitment to launch its first battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2025 and full battery-electric portfolio by 2028 All-electric Chrysler Airflow Concept integrates leading-edge drive-system technology with intuitive AI and connected-vehicle technology that delivers up to 400-mile range and fast-charging functionality Airflow’s seamlessly connected STLA SmartCockpit, powered by STLA Brain, enables an extension of digital, work and home environments, all in sync to create a personalized experience for every passenger Chrysler Airflow’s STLA Brain platform is fully over-the-air (OTA) capable; designed to quickly deliver new and upgraded features and functions that enhance and improve the vehicle throughout the ownership experience The Chrysler Airflow includes STLA AutoDrive to deliver Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities, which will also be upgradable via OTA updates Chrysler Brand CEO Chris Feuell had this to say about the Airflow Concept: “This new persona of the Airflow highlights the flexibility of the Chrysler brand’s future design direction and our ability to create personalities reflective of our diverse customers. As our brand evolves to offer a full battery-electric vehicle portfolio, we are completely rethinking and reinventing the customer experience. Project Ingenuity is an initiative in which we collaborate with customers on our future innovations and services, offering uniquely personalized and delightful customer experiences throughout the purchase, service and ownership journey.” Fully electric and fully connected by 2028 is the roadmap for Chrysler with a fully interactive dash and a sculpted, expressive design that is the future of Chrysler premium transportation and user experience. This is the Chrysler first-class travel experience that balances technological needs within a serene environment. More photo's of the Airflow Graphic can be looked at here: The Chrysler Airflow is equipped with STLA AutoDrive, a level 3 autonomous driving capable system with OTA upgradable capability. This EV features AWD, powered by two 150 kW electric motors (201 hp, total 402 hp), one in the front and one in the rear. This platform is designed to accommodate larger capacity EDMs, offering future high-performance applications. Design is optimized for a perfect weight distribution while maximizing interior space and enabling large wheel size, wide stance and a battery pack designed to achieve 400 plus miles of range on a single charge. The Airflow first came out under Chrysler from 1934 to 1937 and was the first full size American auto to use streamlining to build an automobile, one less susceptible to air resistance. Yet the public was not yet ready for such a sleek auto and today, the public is embracing the Airflow Concept according to Stellantis. The first modern Airflow Concept release at the January 2022 Consumer Electric Show was their white Airflow concept, images here: The dynamic design language of the Chrysler Airflow Graphite Concept leaves no small detail behind as the Chrysler wing logo ties a cross-car grille light blade illuminated with Crystal LED Lighting. This crystal LED lighting runs the full width of the vehicle, accentuating the wide stance of the Airflow. The Airflow features welcome, departure and animated lighting, including a unique aqua that signifies the vehicle is charging. More details will be released as Chrysler moved closer to production and release of this auto. More Details on the original Airflow can be gleaned here: Chrysler Airflow - Wikipedia View full article