$10,000 Rebate on Nissan Leaf Extended to 9/30/2017!
The Nissan LEAF with its 107 mile range is an ideal all-around vehicle for Hawaii. If you’re looking for an excellent deal on an EV, this may be it. Our
Chevy Bolt – Big Island Owner Long-Term Review
Robert and Karla Smith were the first on the Big Island to receive the Chevy Bolt. They shared their vehicle with us for a Chevy Volt Welcome article in January. They
Cutting forests and burning wood for electricity generation?
Aloha, I recently read a letter to the editor (Hawaii Tribune Herald) that expressed a community member’s concerns about the Hu Honua project. This project involves opening a bio-mass power
Let’s Help Others See the Light – Fight Fossil Fuel Propaganda
We all can help dispel misinformation about sustainable practices that is starting to circulate in the media. The following article (including video) that was published on EcoWatch calls attention to “dark money”-inspired
“Beyond Oil – Hawaii’s Clean Energy Promise”
I had the pleasure of speaking at the West Hawaii Forum the other night. It was an honor to share the floor with Isaac Moriwake (EarthJustice), Jose Dizon (Paniolo Power),
Tesla Model 3 or Model S CPO?
The buzz about the upcoming Tesla Model 3 launch is escalating with videos, company announcements, Elon tweets, and commentary filling social media and the news. With Model 3 pricing starting
How Electric Vehicles Work
Electric vehicles look similar in form and function to ‘regular’ (internal combustion engine-powered) vehicles. However, the similarities are ‘skin-deep’ – there are many significant mechanical differences between the two. In place of the traditional propulsion components (engine, starter, radiator and water pump, starter, transmission, differential, exhaust system, and fuel tank), electric vehicles have a battery pack, one or more electric motors, and inverter. The differences also offer significant experience benefits, for example,
- smooth, quiet, and powerful performance (electric motors deliver instant access to torque and this is delivered smoothly),
- great handling with the low center of gravity (battery packs are heavy and are placed low in the vehicle), and
- excellent storage and cabin capacity.
The following 10 minute video by Patreon.com explains how electric vehicles work very well. It uses the Tesla Model S to tell the story.
Shopping for a Tesla Model X or Model S?
If you’re in the market for a premier electric vehicle, the Tesla Model S and Model X are, in our opinion, the best. At the moment, you can rapid delivery of
Reminder: $10,000 Rebate Offer on Nissan Leaf Ends on 6/30/2017!
The Nissan LEAF with its 107 mile range is an ideal all-around vehicle for Hawaii. If you’re looking for an excellent deal on an EV, this may be it. Our
East Hawaii Charging Station Update
This is a brief update regarding charging stations in Hilo. The Hilo Home Depot (380 E MAKAALA ST) charging station is operational (it has been for the past couple of