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Safety as the primary obsession, for anyone Thai, really??? GTFOH That's a fantasy. There (below) I've added the full comment so the context of my my comment is not distorted by your 'miss-quote'.... ... NOTE: Defamation laws an obstruction to progression... being able to 'name' the restaurant pushes business owners to prioritise safety.

What Thai? I didn’t see any Thais mentioned in this story. If the other rider was Brit you'd have peed yer nickers already... So... with a population of nearly 70 million - on the balance of probability what nationality do you think the other rider was ? ... if thinking about this sensibly and with intelligent balance is something you are capable of.

This is Thailand... Congratulations, you've managed to contribute the second spectacularly thoughtless comment to this thread so far. The sheer brilliance of your argument - essentially dismissing the entirely avoidable risk of finding glass in food with a casual shrug and 'This is Thailand' is breathtakingly. It's not just lazy reasoning; it's actively harmful. By your logic, we should all, including Thais themselves, simply embrace every avoidable hazard because... we're in Thailand? It's not just a dumb mindset; it's a dangerously apathetic one...

A recent report from someone with a Tesla & 200k Km… battery was still functional to 80 % which is inpressy… (although it’s difficult to believe anything on social media) Also - reports suggest keeping LFP fully charged as often as possible prolongs life rather than the former understanding of batteries to to run them through a full charge cycle.

So... An announcement of another set of rules that will be completely ignored.... Thai authorities can't even get everyone to wear a helmet and stop drink driving !!!! Only when removing strays becomes profitable will anything be done - and we know how that works, but its barbaric... nevertheless, a solution. Any owned dog must have a collar or its removed - its that simple. Any owned dog with a collar has a responsible owner, if the dog bites, the owner is charged accordingly. There is another concurrently running story of two dogs which were poisoned - we all can guess why.

It’s remarkable, isn’t it? Reading some of the comments and opinions shared here, one’s immediate impression often veers towards unrefined and uneducated rabble..... ....And, by "uneducated," I don’t mean lacking formal education, it’s far more telling than that. It’s the kind of ignorance born from traversing through life without ever realising that realities and experiences far beyond their own not only exist but transcend their narrow purview. Such individuals habitually expose their own stunted growth through the sheer recklessness of their unhinged judgements, a reflection of their unrefined perspectives and intellectual stagnation.

+1 for posting that. Looks like he was riding normally, not speeding etc... But also foolishly not wearing a helmet. Just as the article says, it appears another driver just came out of nowhere and took him out. Its still not clear though - perhaps he rode into a junction (hence the blame or brake failure) and was taken out by a passing bike... Or, perhaps he was riding along the road and another bike rode straight into him (as he states), perhaps from a side soi without looking (as is not uncommon here). ... There is no real way of telling from the video - but its clear he wasn't speeding, or high on Yaba or wearing sunglasses as one idiot suggests...

We don't know how rare they are because people are not allowed to complain ! Not really, because defamation laws protect the establishment.

The Defamation laws in the country are such an obstruction to progression.... 1) Name this restaurant so people can protect their children (and themselves) 2) Name this restaurant and any others with similar 'dangerous standards' so the restaurants primary obsession becomes safety and wellbeing of customers over profits. In such circumstances the defamation laws in Thailand serve only at the detriment of the customer.

Who - the Thai or the Brit ????

I suspect that would have normally been the case... BUT, the report mentioned he insulted the officials... ... So, they have carried out their revenge.... Karma sucks for this guy !!! But, as Nick mentioned - the order of events may matter.. Could he pay for the fine ? Was he abusive before paying the fine and thus dealt with more firmly ? Or, did he have anything in place, have the fine ready etc... but they decided to detain him anyway, after which point only then did be become upset ? Usually the BiB are not vindictive - I would suspect they were processing his overcharge as a matter of procedure (i.e. taken to a room to pay the 20,000 baht fine - and 1 year Banned stamp) and he dug his own hole by shooting off his mouth.

Perhaps not making 'exact' eye contact... but looking AT the car (where the drive sits) even if you can't see the driver, gives 'them' the impression you are looking at them and places you in their 'consciousness'... that can make a difference - I think its a good part of defensive riding. There is also another facet of this 'visibility' - if you are on a larger bike with 'gear' you are more noticeable... my guess is becase in the 'subconciousness of the average Thai driver' you are not poor because you are on a bigger bike, have the gear etc and are thus differentiated from the average 'pauper' on a Honda-wave... ... perhaps it was my own bias... however, when I switched from a Big Bike to a regular 300cc step through motorcycle (scooter) - I notice how the traffic around me was less aware, or rather less respectful of my road positioning... I also noticed the same thing in a car, when years ago I had an expensive 4x4 but also drove my Wifes tiny little thing from time to time - drivers were far more 'respectful' to me (or less assertive against me) when I was driving the 4x4... when I was driving the tiny little thing, other cars wouldn't give way as easily, would push through, cut me off etc... in the big expensive 4x4 its almost as if I had more road respect... (all purely psychological, nevertheless it was noticeable.

@mikebike I can't explain it so clearly - but here is the AI answer... The best charging option for an electric vehicle (EV) with an LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery depends on your needs, the convenience of installation, and charging speed. Here's a breakdown of the three options: 1. CCS2 (Combined Charging System Type 2) Best for: Rapid charging on the go. Charging Speed: Supports DC fast charging, often capable of charging an LFP battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the charger and battery capacity. Advantages: Ideal for long-distance travel or quick top-ups. Many public charging networks use CCS2 connectors. Considerations: Requires access to fast-charging stations. Can be more expensive per kWh than home charging. 2. Type 2 Home Charger Best for: Daily use and regular overnight charging. Charging Speed: Typically provides AC charging at 7.4 kW (single-phase) or 22 kW (three-phase), depending on the setup. A 7.4 kW home charger can add around 30-40 miles of range per hour. Ideal for fully charging an LFP battery overnight (6-8 hours for a typical EV). Advantages: Convenient for routine charging, cost-effective compared to public charging, and supports optimal battery health for LFP chemistry, which prefers slower, steady charging. Considerations: Requires installation of a home wallbox charger, which incurs upfront costs. 3. Granny Charger (Standard 3-Pin Plug) Best for: Occasional use or emergencies. Charging Speed: Very slow (2-3 kW), typically taking 24+ hours to fully charge an EV battery. Advantages: Requires no special installation and can be used almost anywhere with a standard electrical socket. Considerations: Not ideal for regular use due to prolonged charging times and potential wear on household sockets. Less efficient than dedicated EV chargers. Recommendation For an LFP battery: Primary Choice: Type 2 Home Charger is the most practical, cost-effective, and battery-friendly option for regular use, especially for overnight charging. Secondary Choice: Use CCS2 for fast charging during road trips or when quick top-ups are necessary. Emergency Backup: A Granny Charger is useful as a last resort but not recommended for routine charging. LFP batteries perform well with slower, consistent charging, making the Type 2 charger the best balance of convenience and battery health.

This is just what we were told - it made sense at the time. The dedicated 'juicebox' EV Car Charger was free installation and thats what we use at home. The 'Granny Charger which plugs into a standard 220v socket was also provided - we were advised only to use it when necessary as they do not have 'load balancing' - hence the advice that we 'should' only use them as a 'back-up' use or in an emergency etc... (we've never needed to use ours anyway). Regarding the speed of charging etc - Battery tech has already evolved from that. Regarding your comment on 'slow charging' you may have your wires crossed (no pun intended) between 'granny-charger' and the home Mounted dedicated Type EV Charger. The Home Mounted Type 2 Dedicated EV Charger is whats considered the 'slow charger' and will take approximately 6 hours to take our car from 20-80% charge....(for most cars) The 'Granny charger' is something different - to be used when no other alternatives are available.

How does one get cyanide so readily in Thailand ????... Having read such stories before - I always figured it was rat-poison which was used for such evil actions.

My thoughts exactly... Two possibilities here. 1) A personal vendetta against the owner - and someone taking their sick revenge. 2) The Dogs were an absolute nuisance barking all day and the owner was completely careless about this, failed to respond to complaints and a neighbour was forced to take actions into his own hands. As horrific as possibility 2 is... a repeated lack of sleep can drive anyone over the edge... It sad that he didn't just take the dogs and leave them at a temple 100km away instead of murdering them... But the owners are very often complicit in the behaviour of their dogs and torment they cause on the neighbourhood.

Indeed... she'd have great difficulty controlling a motorcycle like that

Untrue... The 'TopTier' international schools offer outstanding facilities, extremely high-standards of teaching... Simply cannot be surpassed in Thailand and potentially the region (across the Middle East to Singapore). Extra Fee's are only charged for ECA's and these are very reasonably priced (especially when compared to activities outside of school). I disagree - Its up the Parents and the ethic's the instil in the child along with the 'drive' and ethics instilled by the school... That said, I would never put my kid in a government school here (I'd move back to the UK instead). No... and yes: the Top Tier International Schools here are recognised world wide. But I also agree, a UK Boarding School / Grammar School / Boarding Grammar a school is also an outstanding education. The attitudes shown by the Op are extremely odd - even for a troll. This idea that a 23 year old suddenly wants to be a parent and have a child, almost as if he could grow it in a test tube so there is no mother in the first place is wrong on many levels... particularly morally where any child growing up in a such a situation has a far higher probability of suffering 'issues' due to many factors primarily a morally bankrupt and emotionally obscure father.

Lap-nai.... (or micro-sleep) is not an illness or a disease that can be tested for... Its simple tiredness. Thus, your comment is rather odd... What disease are you thinking of ?

I had to look up these terms: EV Granny charger - this is the regular household plug with an adapter to charge the EV. I was told only to use this in an emergency as the current is fairly high. Househole Plug to Type 2: Single Phase: 2-3.4 kW Home Fast Charger (is) the installed Juice Box / Dedicated EV Car Charger installed. Type 2 : Single phase: 7 KW output / Three Phase 22 kW output) Fast Charger (at Petrol Stations / Shopping Malls) CCS2: DC usually 22kW and up - though not most cars can't take more than 150 kW input.

We have an 88kwH EV (long Range - 620km - which in the real world is closer to 500km) for our regularly daily use, we only need to charge the car every 3 days or so... Travelling out of town was convenient enough with the EV - the EV thread has a lot of good info on it and there are lots of CCS2 fast chargers (than can charge your care from 30-80% in about 20-30mins - which is fine while having a bite to eat at a service station). While in Bangkok, we've only ever had to use the home charger. Our Diesel usage before was about 4000-5000 baht per month. Our EV usage is about 1500-2000 baht extra on the electricity bill (rough guess).

No / Maybe - It depends on the existing supply. Thus: For 'most' supplies - the EV Car Charger taps into the mains Junction Box which is usually inside your house somewhere - then a line will need to be run from that to the outside area of your house where the car is parked (depending on the design of the house, this can be an external or internal / hidden routing). A further 'circuit breaker' will be installed outside the house (for the charger only) and from that the EV Car Charger will be installed. I'm sure thats up to and depends upon how the charger is installed. If internally routed, it could cause some damage if removed that you'd need to repair. If externally routed, you could theoretically remove it and take it with you (so long as no damage is left and all mounting fixings etc are repaired / filled / painted). The Car manufacturer will send out a 'Charger installation team' to survey your house, check the electricity supply meets the requirement (usually 15 - 45 Amps) Yes, there is only a need for a Type 2 standard (slow) charger and you can part your car over-night and charge it. As more people 'adopt' to EV's its in a landlords interest to allow installation of an EV Charger. As a landlord I would only agree if the installation is professional, comes with a sold fire insurance (from the manufacturer) and is permanent (not to be removed at the end of a lease potentially leaving a mess) Ensure the deposit is fully refundable if finance is rejected. We financed our last car, no issues, paid it all off. Then went to get finance on a new car (due to low interest it made sense) and the finance was rejected. We approached the previous bank who'd financed the previous car who gave us a higher rate, so we rejected that and I just pulled some money out of investments and bought the car outright (which actually cost me more money as in that time investments increased !!!) Makes sense - get everything out the way so you are ready to 'pick up the car after Christmas'... But before you pull the trigger finally - ensure the EV Charger installation company do a installation inspection and that is agreed with your landlord.

This is a sensitive subject for many.... I don't want to be insulting - but I have my own opinion on those who place there kids in schools that don't offer them the best chances in life.... they may have limited options and doing your best is all that can be done... However, some people are just 'cheap' and don't see the value in a good school, while others, such as the op... are starting off on the wrong foot right off the bat... ... Unless he can afford a top-tier international school - in which case starting of any relationship on such a basis is going to be damaging for any child. From my perspective there are only two education options: a) Top Tier International School in Bangkok b) Grammar School in the UK IMO - anything else is selling the child short.... Of course, the world still needs supermarket staff and road sweepers, labourers and builders.....

That's Just Plain STUPID In'It ?? It certainly shows a lack of 'self awareness'.... But... many people travel around with decent watches etc.. I London I wouldn't wear them, but in Bangkok its not something I consider much (though I'm not really walking around the streets on my own)... It is surprising how many 'gold necklaces get lifted' from tourists... - Perhaps every govornment needs to give out informatoin booklets > Get Health / Travel Insurance > Don't rent / ride a Motorcycle if not Licensed > Don't wear Gold Jewellery > Don't go on busses etc

In international School in Thailand runs at about 1 Million Baht per year - Can you afford that, or are you going to palm the child off at a local free temple school and subdue any potential they may have ? Same thing - if you are so cheap to start with you are not setting any precident for the future well being of your child who'll end up with a ho as a mother and a womble as a father. Given this thread, you are clearly terribly positioned to pass judgement on what is insanely stupid and what isn't - your compass clearly upside-down, inside-out and spinning erratically....