Recent comments in /f/newhampshire

hardsoft t1_jdmdk9m wrote

Not for an EV. There are no EVs that run on 12V. They still have 12V batteries for accessories and such because it's considered an inherently safe voltage (low shock risk) and so they can save money on wiring and use chassis as a ground.

The propulsion system uses higher voltage batteries and regardless, the output voltage and current from a solar panel can vary with light intensity. You need conversation electronics.

And solar on an EV is basically a gimmick. The minimal extra range relative to the additional cost is absurd.

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BlackJesus420 t1_jdmdj8e wrote

Reply to comment by Encyclofreak in le meme by FamilyGuyIsABadShow

Is Rochester generally accepted to be part of the Seacoast? It seems like a stretch but I guess I don’t know what other region I’d put it in. Downtown’s closer to Lake Winni than Portsmouth Harbor…

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Yolkozuna t1_jdma13f wrote

In my town at least 3 of the firefighters have their personal cars tinted on all windows. One I know of claimed the doctor’s note excuse. So once those “authorities” start bending the rules for themselves, it follows that the rest of us will.

As an aside, I’m not so sure I feel safe what with the first responders having such a serious disability.

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Boats_are_fun t1_jdm9mvp wrote

I do not like the tinted black front windows. There are times as a driver or especially as a pedestrian. It is important to be able to make eye Contact with another driver, to be sure that they can see you. With the blacked out windows that is impossible and I think it is more dangerous.

Edit: changed iContact to Eye Contact

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hardsoft t1_jdm8ro7 wrote

Pretty predictable how much push back this is getting.

Until we have fusion plants that can be installed in one story buildings or underground so not to impact anyone's view and within a 1/10th acre lot we're pretty doomed to continue using power sources that are far more detrimental to the environment.

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