G. David Felt

Yes per earlier Media release, the LYRIQ will come in RWD or AWD. LYRIQ Show Car Leads Cadillac Into Electric Future

Soooooo then this brings up the question...... ? ICE only auto's might get winded due to the small engines, so e-assist might just be the right way to go to help to little, bitty engines! So should we just e-assist all auto's then?

Work has me swamped, but I am hoping unless @Drew Dowdell or @William Maley get something up as here is the official release from GM. 2023-Cadillac-LYRIQ-B-Roll.mp4 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Debuts, Heralding an All-Electric Future (gm.com) 2023 LYRIQ highlights include: Available Super Cruise6, the industry’s first true hands-free driver-assistance technology for compatible roads A stunning 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display with the ability to emit over 1 billion colors Cadillac’s next-generation Active Noise Cancellation system Slim-line LED headlamps with choreographed lighting sequence AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system with headrest speakers KeyPass digital vehicle access Dual level charge cord Standard 20-inch split six-spoke alloy wheels or optional 22-inch dynamic split-spoke Reverse Rim alloy wheels Will Say that the specifications are very competitive. LYRIQ Preliminary Specifications EFFICIENCY Cadillac Estimated Driving Range^: More than 300 miles (482.8 km) on a full charge ^ Based on GM testing. EPA estimates not yet available. Actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, and vehicle loading, use and maintenance. BATTERY SYSTEM Type: Rechargeable energy storage system comprising multiple linked modules Battery chemistry: Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode Modules: 12 Energy: 100 kWh ELECTRIC DRIVE System: 1 drive unit with 1 motor Motor: Permanent magnet, bar wound Power: 340hp (255 kW) Torque: (lb-ft / Nm): 325 lb-ft. (440 Nm) Final drive ratio (:1): 11.63:1 CHARGING TIMES^ 120 V: 3.5 miles of range per hour of charge time 240 V (11.5 kW AC) 240V* (19.2 kW AC) 31 miles of range per hour of charge time 52 miles of range per hour of charge time DC Fast Charge: Up to 76 miles of range in 10 minutes of charge time Up to 195 miles of range in 30 minutes of charge time ^Actual charge times will vary based on battery condition, output of charger, vehicle settings and outside temperature. *Requires professionally installed 19.2 kW AC / 100A dedicated charge station. CHASSIS & SUSPENSION Front Suspension: 5-link SLA with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Rear Suspension: 5-link with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Steering Type: Continuously Variable Electric Power Steering (EPS) Turning Circle (wall-wall) (ft. / m): 12.1m Brake Type: 4 wheel disc with DuraLife Rotors Brake Rotor Size: (in. / mm) 17” (321mm) front/18” (345 mm) Rear Wheel Size: Standard: 20” Split 6-spoke Alloy Optional: 22” Dynamic Split-spoke Reverse Rim Alloy Tires: Included with 20” wheels: 265/50R20 All Season, Self-sealing Included with 22” wheels: 275/40R22 All Season, Low profile^, Self-sealing ^ Lower-profile tires wear faster. Tire and wheel damage may occur on rough or damaged roads or from surfaces, curbs, debris or obstacles. This damage is not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more details, go to my.cadillac.com/learnabout/tires or see your dealer. EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS Wheelbase (in. / mm): 121.8 / 3094 Overall Length (in. / mm): 196.7 / 4996 Overall Width (in. / mm): 77.8 / 1977 Overall Height (in. / mm): 63.9 / 1623 INTERIOR DIMENSIONS Headroom (in / mm): Front 38.6 / 980 Rear 37.7 / 957 Legroom (in. / mm): (front - max) 41.4 / 1052 (rear) 39.6 / 1006 Shoulder Room (in. / mm): (front) 58.9 / 1497 (rear) 58.6 / 1488 Hip Room (in. / mm): (front) 56.5 / 1436 (rear) 54.0 / 1372 WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES Base Curb Weight (Min) (lb. / kg): 2545 kg/5610 lbs Passenger Volume (cu. ft. / L): 105 / 2976 Cargo Volume (cu. ft. / L) ^: 28.0 / 793 (behind rear seat) 60.8 / 1723 (rear seat folded) ^ Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution The more I watch the video, the more I will say that Cadillac is coming back strong and that Tesla needs to be worried.

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It is actually a better streamlined look than the Chevrolet Bolt EUV. To me a more striking image than what Chevrolet released. At least gm is recovering costs by having Honda use their ev tech. Honda e-concept Chevrolet Bolt EUV

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Go for it, you will thank yourself. So totally worth it and todays bikes can be e-assist or fully electric with just pedal start. The bikes have gotten very comfy and gives an outstanding experience outside.

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WOW, crazy build and no where near done. A guy bought a Silva S15, had issues with it driving it home, strips it down and realizes it needs a ton of work. Now with a custom tube frame and a ton of Dimple Work done to add strength and reduce weight, they are painting it, but still has a way's to go. Pretty cool project if your into custom 2 door cars. T800OMS - YouTube

But, But , But what about Tang? Nasa gave us freeze dried ice-cream, freeze dried stroganoff, etc. etc. etc.

Ran to Home Depot and a very silver haired man was driving this old Studebaker pickup. @balthazarany idea what year?

Been a crazy Tuesday, so playing devils advocate and yes it is an established FACT, I agree with you on. But still stirring the pot to see what rises!

Honda showed off their first of 10 up coming BEVs, the Honda SUV e:prototype which is scheduled to go on sale spring 2022 as the first Honda-brand EV in China. Interesting is that Honda has kept very quiet about their Global plans for EV's or even PHEVs. Honda which has not in the past had much R&D into BEVs signed a contract with GM to use their BEV platform for EVs and one could make the assumption that this is based on the same platform as the Chevrolet Bolt and Bolt EUV auto. Honda has also stated that they will use the Ultium platform of batteries and motors in future auto's also. If this Honda SUV e-prototype is based on the Chevrolet Bolt platform, it is a striking image. Honda also then premiered their Breeze PHEV as their first ever plug-in hybrid model. This auto is based on Honda's original hybrid system that has been sold in Europe as well as the North America market. The Breeze will go on sale in China in the second half of 2021. Honda has stated that their third generation of Honda CONNECT will be available in the Breeze and all new products coming out in China this year and moving forward. All Honda brand auto's will have advanced driver-assistive systems and over-the-air updates, wireless delivery of software updates. Honda Global | April 19 , 2021 "Honda Exhibits the World Premiere of the “Honda SUV e:prototype” at Auto Shanghai 2021" View full article

I always question everything. Facts and science can be twisted to meet anyone's means, I acknowledge that. With the Billions spent on Nasa and so little to prove for it, one has to ask the hard question in regards to is this real or not? I love space, future and change, but I also have the realist side of me that has to question everything. So yes, I will question the moon landings, Mars, etc. After all, gotta have something to debate that is just not about auto's

Seems Honda Ridgeline is a truck to respect, they just won their class at the San Felipe 250 off road race. As a class 7 V6 powered truck giving it it's sixth win in Baja racing, four times for Baja 500, once for Baja 1000 and now a win in the San Felipe 250. Honda Ridgeline Claims Class Win at San Felipe 250 (apnews.com)

Seems Toyota is in the news and NOT for good reasons. Toyota has been leading a campaign of suing countries, regional and local governments as they fight what they believe is fake climate change pushing their ICE agenda and Hydrogen agenda as the future. From Europe, Asia and even in the US they have been spending money on lobbying groups and lawyers to fight ICE bans that start in 2030. This is heavily due to Toyota investing heavily in Hybrids and Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles that it says is the future of transport. Now Toyota is reevaluating it's anti-climate agenda since European, Asian and North American large investment funds have stepped up their pressure to dump Toyota as an investment stock. Four global funds managing $235 Billion in assets all related to Toyota are representing their investors demands for Toyota to step up and support carbon neutrality. These large institutional investors have warned Toyota that this cannot be a PR move but must be a clear end to their role in negative climate lobbying based on their support of the past US administration, lawsuits against California and other negative viewed attacks across Europe and Asia. Toyota finds itself in an unusual light as they just settled a $180 million dollar fine with the US Justice Department due to Toyota delaying the required filing of emissions-related defects that show millions of Toyota Auto's produce far higher levels of ICE emissions than they stated. Investment funds from Danish investment companies, UK, Sweden and Norway has stated that if the executive management team does not make real valid changes, they will first introduce a measure at 2022 shareholders annual general meeting and if Toyota still does not make changes, they could sell off the $235 Billion portfolio in Toyota. End result is that Toyota has a PR nightmare on their hands as the global population puts pressure on auto companies to step up to greener motoring. Toyota to review climate stance as investors turn up the heat | Reuters

Lordstown Motors had entered the San Felipe 250 off road race. Sadly they had to pull out after Stage 1 due to having misjudged the energy consumption the desert terrain caused on the battery pack. The auto over all did great. Lordstown is planning to address and return to race and finish next year. According to electrek web site, seems Mercedes-Benz will be using Tony Hawk, American Pro Skateboarder to introduce the next auto in the BEV lineup, the EQT electric minivan. To Quote the Mercedes-Benz press release per the story below: The near-production Concept EQT offers a clear glimpse of the electric version of the forthcoming T-Class. With the completely newly developed city van, Mercedes-Benz Vans is transferring the winning formula of the V-Class people carrier to a compact format and bringing a new level of quality to the small-van segment. The Concept EQT combines a spacious and variable interior with attractive design and Mercedes’ hallmark high standards of comfort, connectivity, value, and safety. Mercedes-Benz teases new EQT electric minivan - Electrek

And we are supposed to trust Musk and want to pay him to go there to live and vacation? ?

Seems Tesla is pissing off customers in China just like the rest of the world. Welcome to poor quality control as it appears she is complaining about her brakes having failed on her Tesla 3 almost killing her family. insideevs.com posted about this as well and is trying to follow up on the story. Tesla Owner Protests At Shanghai Auto Show, Standing On A Tesla (insideevs.com)

As of February 23rd, 2021 ion Ventures and LiNa Energy released their results of their first successful trial of the proprietary solid-state sodium battery platform at an undisclosed South East England location. ion Ventures, a 21st century utility and energy storage infrastructure specialist with LiNa Energy a solid-state battery technology developer had finished the final milestone of the prestigious UK BEIS Award. LiNa Energy was formed in the summer of 2017 as a spin-out of Lancaster University. The goal was to apply modern material engineering to the sodium-nickel-chloride battery allowing them to create a game-changing battery storage technology. The goal here was to commercialising a safe, cobalt-free battery platform that would be suited for both BEV and Grid Storage by the Utility industry at a substantial reduced cost. The achievement was that they hit $50 per kWh which is a substantial reduction over current battery technology. LiNa Energy went even further in focusing on a superior solid state cell design that also did not need Lithium removing both rare earth elements as they successfully created a solid-state sodium battery. Development time was just under two years from concept to development and finally operational prototype that produced energy density comparable to todays existing lithium/cobalt batteries. They went even further in building a battery pack that can operate in a wide range of temperatures and does not require expensive cooling systems. The aim of this trial was to demonstrate the ability to charge and discharge a battery module containing LiNa's patented system design which included optimized thermal and electrical management and control systems. LiNa Energy created the battery platform and ion Ventures is leading the deployment of the battery in real-word environment with a view to deploying it in the grid storage market near future. The benefit of LiNa battery cell design is that this helps to manage grid volatility created by the decline in fossil fuel generated power by providing a synthetic source of inertia as the world moves towards green power generation. Lithium-ion technology is the dominant chemistry for battery storage systems. The LiNa Platform is a disrupting technology to the Lithium-Ion batteries currently being used in Grid storage markets, passenger and commercial vehicles (BEVs). The clean-tech specialist consultancy BEIS Award, E4Tech performed an independent, strategic study of the stationary grid storage application based on LiNa's Technology. They identified that LiNa's platform was superior to existing Lithium-Ion based storage in regards to distribution, generation level storage and behind the meter owing to superior CAPEX, OPEX, LCC, battery self-discharge and safety metrics. The next step is to setup a commercial large scale production for taking this battery technology to market focused on the following: Utility Scale Storage: Transmission grid Distribution grid Generation level storage Behind the meter Transport: Passenger EV Commercial/heavy duty EV Bulk transport Maritime Railway Aerospace LiNa Technology hit's these very important points: High Performance Higher volumetric and gravimetric energy density than incumbent lithium-ion Expected significant operational cycling improvement vs. lithium-ion Low Cost: Cell Cost as mass manufacturing of c.$50 kWH Uses abundant raw materials, cobalt and lithium free and easily recycled Safe: Inherently safe system reduces system-level costs and complexity Ceramic separator is non-flammable Chemistry & IP: Underlying NaNiCl chemistry proven commercially LiNa IP is protected by several patents and 60+ years of combined specialist materials know-how LiNa and ion Ventures conclude successful test of pioneering solid-state sodium battery platform - LiNa Energy Technology - LiNa Energy ion Ventures • ion Ventures and LiNa Energy conclude successful test of pioneering solid-state sodium battery platform ion Ventures • homepage View full article

? Yes if it is actually real. We have not been able to return to the moon which makes the so called moon landings questionable to me. We struggle to keep an international space station going as well as we dumped our own ability to fly our astronauts to the station having to depend on Russia. So many things that make me question how real the Nasa actually is. We see the failures of Space X and others. So I have to wonder just how much have we really been into space? It is cool tech if we actually have a real rover on Mars and a small drone actually survived the trip, landing and actually flew in the atmosphere there.

Seems Hyundai is paying attention to Toyota Hybrid line as the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid seems to hit all the right notes. First drive review: 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid superiority extends beyond gas mileage (greencarreports.com)

? I thought the pope and his minions always sprayed holy venom all the time!