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Did the Manager have a solution, or is being permanently out-of-spec ok? If they had just sold a car with those numbers under warranty, would they fix it for free and how?

A lot of bills are proposed with no chance of passing. That way the sponsors can claim that they "tried." Politics 101. But the obvious answer is the simple one: $24/mo raises a whole lot more money than $5/mo.

Vote scheduled for next week for customers of PG&E, Edison, and SD The California Public Utilities Commission will soon vote on one of the most contentious pieces of legislation that recently passed through the state legislature — Assembly Bill 205, which lowers rates but also establishes a...

yikes. thanks for responding.

agree with the others. When I travel, I usually check in, drop off the family, and then run over to the supercharger before the batt gets cold. (Or stay at a hotel with a charger so I can plug in overnight.)

I realize it was covered under warranty, but did you happen to see what the price woudl have been? Have a 2018 Model 3 LR that will only charge to 32 amp, when set for 48. Wall charger is fine, since my other car will charge at 48.). Since I'm out of warranty, thought I;d inquire about the...

I have no doubt that real car guys do such a thing, but 99% of the folks have never heard of it. So, no, no need. (If there was a need, we'd have heard about all the brake issues by now.)

Agree with Bruce. I drive The OC to Sunnyvale, and that only requires one stop, so I usually head to Kettleman for a break and meal. But it's not the fastest, which is shorter charges on I5. I also may do that shorter charge and take a meal break at Harris Ranch. Breakfast is ranch hand...

Per wheel?

these were mini desert pies, not pizza. Other than that.....

Or perhaps she likes driving through construction sites, to check out the buff workers? hahaha

Why? I've been driving for 40+ years and can count the number of flat tires on one hand. I have only used a spare in the 5 tire rotation; i.e., never put on a spare due to a flat. For those that prefer the security of a pump, Tesla sells that online. Why raise the price of every car a few...

if you are not one to keep yoru car for more than 4-5 years, why not lease?

high test is available in the Mountain Counties so you might just pick up a jug at a local mini mart or parts supply store. https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/consumer-products-program/complying-consumer-products-regulations/windshield

actually, I think it was: "...income-graduated basis … such that a low-income ratepayer would realize lower average monthly bills without making any changes in usage.” That's how they roll in Sacto.

If I had to guess, the intent was that over time, the low income folks woudl be held harmless, i.e., as everyone's rates increased, the subsidy for the low income woudl increase.

Not sure why this is such a big issue for Tesla owners. By definition, a recall means that the manufacturer must notify all owners in writing, but more importantly, pay 100% for any fix. So, if the computer in your older model S is too small to run the SW required under the recall, Tesla...

hopefully, a little sanity on the way. https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/02/02/electric-bill-based-on-income-lawmakers-of-both-parties-agree-that-doesnt-work/

Yeah, but some state legislator had to add that "2-line rider". That person/persons should be called out. The utilities have no legal authority to do so.

So he was for* it before he was against it. (*Berman voted For the original bill.)

Not sure I understand your point. Land has been moving since the beginning of time. (The Rockies and Sierra Nevada and Coast range mountains were created by moving land masses. Today, there's this thing called the San Andreas Fault which has movement aplenty on those big tectonic plates)...

Two things can be true, land is sinking while water is rising. https://www.wired.com/story/as-sea-levels-rise-the-east-coast-is-also-sinking/

CA charges an extra fee -- or tax, if you prefer -- on EV registrations, but I certainly would not consider it a "penalty"

Teh CA coast has been moving since the beginning of time. (Tectonics) https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/images/147439/californias-rising-and-sinking-coast

CA is a fault state. Were you at fault? If not, no insurance increase. If at fault, then yes they could raise your rates unless your policy has ONE get-outta-jail free card. But I'd definitely fix it.

And don't forget that EV production has fewer parts and therefore fewer (Union) jobs.

Correct. I did a couple of airport runs in Tesla's where the Uber driver said it was on a lease from Hertz.

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this really sux, and I feel for you. But concurring with others -- take it only to a Tesla-certified shop. Let the insurer complain all they want. Their guy damaged your car and they have to fix it to Tesla standards.

I'll bite. Tesla would not care. Both Alan and Bob have teh same risks. They are on legal title for a car for which they will both need insurance. They are on legal title for a car which they may never see. Bob could make it difficult for Alan to drive it. Alan could make it difficult...

it looks like off-grid is subject to local zoning and other regulations. https://www.primalsurvivor.net/california-off-grid-laws/

Cars don't have to have FSD to have Autopilot.

As mentioned before, the word "recall" has legal significance. Not only does the manufacturer have to address the issue, but they have to address it at no charge to the owner. If for example, an early version computer was not large enough to run the newly released SW as a result of the...

Again, they are only implementing state LAW. The Legislature directed the Utils to start charging by income. It is the State Legislature that is driving this. Does it help the utilities? Sure, but the Legislature could have put on their big-person pants and just said, No. Instead, they...

Both can be true. Progressives are all about wealth redistribution AND corporations want to maximize their profits (and eliminate competition).

the payors are broad-based, and most only care about their own industry, and have no idea of the PUC rates. Reed Hastings (Netflix), for example, is salivating about Net-Neutrality for obvious reasons. Donors in RE care about that industry...

I appreciating you fighting the good fight, but am skeptical that the legislature will change the law. It wasn't like this clause was some clause stuck in at the last minute. The politicos knew what they were doing, and did it anyway. The Governor's office even provided comments before teh...

Gene: this letter is all virtue signaling. The Sate Legislature passed this law. The Legislature can unpass the law. Instead of asking why your State Rep is not signing a (worthless) letter, you should be asking yoru State Rep to change the law and eliminate the income-provision. If these...

OP: I hope you carry a lot of liability insurance. Personal injury attorneys will love if if you put chains on the front tires.

It definitely is, every 2 weeks. I check my tires frequently, but only fill them 3-4 times per year. In the fall, when the temps drop; in the early winter when it's even colder, and then in spring. Summer cranks up the heat, so even with a few psi leakage, the warmer weather will account for...

Please post an article or two. Are they specific to running at a track? Beyond a track, what value do you see in adding more N2?

What is, 'I could buff that out for $100, Alex?'

no way I'd plug that tire -- too close to the edge.. Surprised any shop would. If your wife with kids in the car has a blow out while turning on a highway ramp doing 65, the liability is huge. You are already near the wear bars. Winter is around the corner. (The grooves in teh tread...

Thanks for posting. I have a 2018, and my supports are getting tired, such that they no longer open all the way up. Since I have recently bumped my head a few times, was considering this upgrade, but I think I'll just replace the OEM struts/shocks.

he's definitely lying about one thing, and that is UV protection. As I learned in HS physics, even normal glass (in a home window for example) has a lot of UV protection. (google it) Not saying you shouldn't tint yoru windows, but using UV protection for a reason is a common lie by the...

as a general rule, pressure drops 1 PSI for every 10 degrees drop in temp (at sea level). So, a 30 degree drop overnight woudl translate into -3 PSI in the am.

I kinda like your proposed change (and now rejected). (Personally don't care for the 'Dual Motor' badge, and would be happy to have nothing there.) btw: if your wife likes it, it goes on for sure.

Witholdings never mattered. What was important was your tax liability for the year.

I use the Rachio controller for sprinklers. Its fantastic for saving water outside.

Definitely file a claim with your insurance. That is what you pay them for. Under CA law, they cannot raise your rates when the other guy is at fault. Plus, they should work with local law enforcement to track the guy down and make him cover your deductible (and reimburse them for the...