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Old 07-14-2020, 10:19 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by lemming View Post
BMW plug-ins seem like a bad idea to me. A company renown for unreliable electronics. Plus added weight. Plus minimal range.
I think of it as a regular ICE with some added flexibility, rather than a real hybrid. Not sure any other maker has bulletproof electronics, but maybe there are better options.

I wish I were into leasing cars, because--keeping in mind your points--I wouldn't want a longterm commitment with any interim tech car.

The Toyota Rav4 Prime looks kind of interesting. Maybe the Mini Countryman All4 plug-in...

I am really liking the idea of this quasi thing where you have local EV range and a boost to overall gas mileage.

I do not trust the power grid enough where I live to be 100% reliant on an EV. And I like the flexibility of power choice.
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