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What happened when a Tesla came to Ekalaka, Montana
- Thread starter Mr. Wonderful
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I don't think they were illegally charging in rural Montana. I think the article mentioned they asked for permission (and even offered to pay).
jabloomf1230
Minister of Silly Walks
The mods should correct the thread title.
After reading the article, I did not see anything at all about "illegal charging" so removed that from the thread title. Even though I really (really really really really really really really reaaaalllllyyyyy) dislike thread titles in the "click here to know more" vein, I am going to leave the rest of the thread title the same since its the same as the article this OP links to.
So that people who dont want to click the article link get the jist of it, here is a cliff notes version.
1. CA couple driving a model Y volunteering at a museum in a small town in montana
2. Arrive in small town in montana with low charge, see outlet they can plug into and plug in
3. Model Y owner had previously cleared with the museum director that they could charge
(side note, since this was previously cleared with the museum director of this very small town (400 people) I see no instance in which this should be considered "illegal charging" as the OP of this thread put in the thread title and first post. )
4. someone else in the town saw the vehicle charging in public space, took pictures, and published those pictures in the local news paper.
5. CA couple was originally told they didnt need to worry about paying for the charge, but after back and forth, paid approximately $60 for the charge.
Not sure why this would be considered "news" but / shrug.
So that people who dont want to click the article link get the jist of it, here is a cliff notes version.
1. CA couple driving a model Y volunteering at a museum in a small town in montana
2. Arrive in small town in montana with low charge, see outlet they can plug into and plug in
3. Model Y owner had previously cleared with the museum director that they could charge
(side note, since this was previously cleared with the museum director of this very small town (400 people) I see no instance in which this should be considered "illegal charging" as the OP of this thread put in the thread title and first post. )
4. someone else in the town saw the vehicle charging in public space, took pictures, and published those pictures in the local news paper.
5. CA couple was originally told they didnt need to worry about paying for the charge, but after back and forth, paid approximately $60 for the charge.
Not sure why this would be considered "news" but / shrug.
Not gonna lie, I am far more interested in the upcoming pet parade.
It's funny how much traction this story is receiving. It's as if something may had been staged? Na,
The high point for me was that as soon as she saw the paper, Markham rushed over to the local power utility, the Southeast Electric Cooperative, " . . walked in and told the front desk staff she was “here to pay for the crimes of the UEV,” [and] was met with howls of laughter."
Small town of only 400? They should have just titled it "UFO." (Unidentified Fremont Object)
Who's down to take a trip to Ekalaka lakaka and crash the Bingo party? Don't worry, we'll pay for that too lol.
Who's down to take a trip to Ekalaka lakaka and crash the Bingo party? Don't worry, we'll pay for that too lol.
Too damn funny…. Not to mention, they clearly had nothing better to do.
I belong to a to a 2A related forum, and they hate electric cars… with a bitter passion that I just don’t understand. It kind of reminds me of that type of mentality.
I will say that I am really kind of impressed that there was an actual 30 amp outlet, just sitting there on a pole.
I belong to a to a 2A related forum, and they hate electric cars… with a bitter passion that I just don’t understand. It kind of reminds me of that type of mentality.
I will say that I am really kind of impressed that there was an actual 30 amp outlet, just sitting there on a pole.
thefisch
Member
Cute story. I would have so tempted to plug in too like a power pirate. But I probably wouldn't have. I wonder if this spot is on plug share.
I think many people hate the idea that everyone, including the government is telling them they should own electric. I can see their frustration, especially if they love their current vehicle.
MY1stEV
Member
This nonsense is not new. Here's a story is from 10 years ago.
GA Man Arrested for Charging His Electric Car at Local Middle School
GA Man Arrested for Charging His Electric Car at Local Middle School
I remember that story. That guy was clearly an entitled 'leccy thief who got caught.
This couple did everything right.
I certainly feel that way, with respect to attempting to ban the use of gas stoves, gas, hot water heaters, and gasoline/natural gas/propane powered generators.
I am unimpressed with how the administration is trying to back door all that stuff in… without any sort of tax breaks for those of us who will have to replace these by doing significant changes to our homes. (having to install new electric service, for example…)
The car thing is a little bit more odd to me as no one is forcing you to buy an electric vehicle at this point.
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