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It's human nature and you're right it is silly but it is reality. People want to feel as important as the next person and they also want an equal opportunity. Many rich people start on third base and work hard but much easier than starting in the batter's box. Ignore human nature and the risk of bad outcomes increase.

True but many would rather have one vs a thousand. So few of the batteries are failing, there isn't an efficient means to repair or replace batteries. I assume in the next 10 years the battery replacement or repair will be much more affordable when EVs have old batteries with over 300k kilometers on them. Hard to build the infrastructure when there is so little demand for battery service centers.

True but what are the odds that this wouldn't be detected if the battery was tested? Nothing is guaranteed in life other than being wrong and death as well as few other things but you get the point... IMO, you are much more likely to verify the health of an EV battery than the engine of an ICE. I think this even applies to experienced ICE mechanics. Just too many variables that can't be determined with ICE. That being said my ICE vehicles have served me very well! I haven't had a major repair in decades.

Even 5 years ago I had my doubts but how any rational mind today could come the conclusion that fossil fuels are the answer is odd. I'm selfish and am not overly concerned about the environment. Sad but true I think. I just want to get from point A to B in a comfortable fashion and spend less money doing so. Also I could spend 150K for a solar/battery setup and have AC running all day, pond pumps, ice bath constantly chilled, fans running all over the house and not have to pay a dime to PEA most months. Too lazy to start the project at the moment but someday soon.

Disgusting and seen even worse solar panel waste. Better than an oil spill? Solar isn't perfect and I have my reservations about the risk of global warming but the cost of using solar is much lower than coal. There is no stopping this train! Before it never had momentum but far from the case now. Cheap energy will be here very soon regardless of the good or bad in regards to the environment. Money talks!

It really doesn't matter. If your battery SoH is high. If you left your car in storage and like a fool kept it charged to 100% for six months the battery would be damaged slightly and the SoH would be not as good. They Definately can be damaged but they can't be damaged and that damage not reflected in the SoH. Much better than opening the hood of an ice car and trying to verify if the owner took care of it. Not possible to verify with 100% accuracy the battery but darn close.

It's hard for some to wrap their head around if all they have known is lead acid batteries. The SoH in lead acid batteries is dependent on so many factors that don't really apply to LifePO4 batteries with a functional BMS. For example, lead acid batteries SoH plumets if you consistently discharge below 50%. Replacing car batteries is something many do every few years on ICE cars and that mentality is applied to new battery technology in an EV. The only downside of an EV for most is the risk of damaging the battery which can happen (99% accidents). This will be hardly an issue in 5-10 years when there will be a demand for battery replacement and capitalism kicks in. I bet in 10 years replacement will cost less then 300k baht. IMO, new EV buyers are going to have many less reservations in a the near future.

Strange but I'll take your word for it. Maybe, for better or worse, they want to keep this data safe considering it is by far the most important part of the car. Assume the capacity is provided and this percentage would reflect fast charging. Tesla owners have posted lots of vids about their battery capacity after many years of use and they have this data. I lack the new battery knowledge to be sure though...

The new batteries have basically a mini computer that tracks the health of the battery among other things Have three such batteries around the house I use for different things over the past 5 years.

Cost to replace the battery on Tesla Model 3 is around 700,000 baht ( only 16% of original cost of car). Battery prices are plummeting and the new batteries last 2,000 cycles (over 500k kilometers). Other than an accident, I could drive the car into my next life. I lover my petrol truck and fortunate I don't need a new card for the next few years. With all the data available today I still am not confident enough to pull the trigger. Just need a smidgen more verification that an EV is by far the better choice for me.

Maybe because they don't complain incessantly. What hoops? Takes me a couple hours in total every year to comply with all the reporting and annual visa application which is always accepted. Assume you live in Pattaya where it can be more challenging but still quite easy.

I'll be eligible to withdraw my private retirement saving in 1 years(58) so I guess I'm old. Happens so fast but don't worry, many like myself are surprised that it keeps getting better and I made some terrible decisions along the way 🙂 The best one I made was coming here in 1998 and really never leaving other than one work stint.

Bunch of grumpy old men here dreaming of the days when they were seen as superior in the eyes of Thais. Guess what they don't need us in the slightest anymore and many just don't get this. Growing old with grace and wisdom is somewhat of a rarity here on Asean Now. What type of racist fool is completely disrespectful to the locals where they choose to reside? Thais are humans therefore they can do foolish things on occasion but in comparison to some here on this thread.... As for the OP, If I was beat down by life, drunk at least once a day, and spend all day posting here as he does, I doubt he would see a smile even if anyone in pity smiled in his direction. I'm not a regular here but usually find his posts entertaining for whatever that is worth.

Why?

I never stated he didn't commit a crime. I simply stated that his accounting misrepresentation was a misdemeanor and it was tied to other crimes which ended in a felony conviction. We are going in circles. We aren't going to get anywhere it seems. I'm tapping out - you win

But it isn't their money as the rules clearly stipulate. Chumps ignore the rules and expect an impossible outcome. The rules though SUCK.

Now I get why my friend returned to England. He has money but the trip the year trip was basically paid for by his his new pension value. Odd system and making citizens jump through hoops seems cruel.

True in a sense but why would the UK require her to reside in the UK? Sure there is a good reason but I just don't see it. When you return to England is it unfrozen retroactively? If not, $300 won't cut it and the government will pay more to keep her fed and a roof over her head. The medical costs also paid by the government. Seems like a lose lose situation.

Agreed - good post 🙂

Yes as I stated it was a misdemeanor but tied to the other crimes became a felony. You are determined to be right through misrepresentation. Your other posts and links provided but are just National Enquirer style propaganda. Do you read them before posting. To make your point about all the flip floppers, you post a link about 20( yes 20) celebs and politicians that have flip flopped.

========== Roo Island said: Didn't even read the link. It's a felony. Shows what's wrong with America. Many aren't getting the facts. Attacking the judiciary hurts our fragile democracy significantly. What you stated - "Your not stating the truth. This might help. Falsifying accounting records is a serious crime" Falsifying the accounting records was a misdemeanor. The prosecution tied the falsifying to other crimes. Hence the felony charge. Questionable tactics but might be justifiable. I have my doubts but I'm sure you are 100%++++ sure it was justifiable. Who are the many flip floppers you're referring to? Interesting and first I have heard of this dynamic.

Yes, better 🙂 I'll give it a read. OK, read the first part and skimmed the rest. It is not a good article and could be said about all political issues. "Dozen" "many" "some" Amazing a nation of nearly 400 million has some quacks. What is even more amazing as how some could apply these quacks logic to all Trump supporters. Hey, I don't get supporting Trump...

It is a misdemeanor. No? Being a fool and doing it multiple times, allowed a biased prosecution to magically transform the small offense into a felony. He thought he was too powerful and he found out he can face consequences like the rest of society that IMO that he looks down upon.

By your rules, I won't read the link as you told the previous poster. How do you get a good perspective if you only read what your side preaches? My dislike for Trump stems from what I have gleaned from info provided by both sides. You might be surprised - many conservatives aren't fools. Your definitely not part of a solution to this mess...

There was that but I didn't feel it was more than usual. I felt the nation as a whole was proud to have its first black President and the media was chasing views like it always does. Today it is impossible to have a discussion regarding Trump without both sides becoming unglued. Puts me in bad spot because I find it hard to hate. I'm FAR from perfect but hate is something that I have only experienced a couple times. After reading this thread, it begs the question - what is so comforting in hating others? We all lose our cool and I say hateful things but I definitely don't make it a habit.