Category Archives: LEAF 101

Will next-gen LEAF land before Model 3?

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Ernie Hernandez

Model 3 shows demand for affordable, high range electric cars With the introduction of the Model 3 in March and the receipt of deposits for over 250,000 in its first two days, Tesla has shown the world that there is, … Continue reading →

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Fuel costs of EVs vs. gas powered cars

Posted on April 23, 2016 by Ernie Hernandez

EVs still cost less to drive About three years ago we wrote an article about the comparative operating costs of electric cars vs. gas powered cars (found here). Three things have happened since then – the cost of gasoline has … Continue reading →

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Can Nissan stay relevant in the EV space?

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Ernie Hernandez

Will others take the lead? When Nissan introduced the LEAF to the US market in December of 2010 I don’t know that anyone saw what this vehicle would do to the future of transportation. Certainly there were lofty goals and … Continue reading →

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LEAF owners buy more LEAFs

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Ernie Hernandez

LEAF receives IHS Automotive Loyalty Award There are currently well over 30 automobile brands sold in the United States, from Acura to Volvo. Each brand offers an array of models. I’m not even going to make an attempt to tally … Continue reading →

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2016 LEAF gets 107 mile EPA range, new battery warranty

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Ernie Hernandez

New larger battery increases range, price Nissan has announced the release of the 2016 LEAF with a 30 kilowatt hour battery as standard equipment in the SV and SL models, providing an EPA rated mileage of 107. The S model … Continue reading →

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Free Advance Reader Copy of The Electric Car

Posted on September 6, 2015 by Ernie Hernandez

Update: This offer has now expired. Thanks to all of you who requested the advance reader copy. Look for ebook publication on Amazon soon. With National Drive Electric Week almost upon us, what better time than now to publish my … Continue reading →

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