[curtmcgee]

Why should we pay for your energy. You're not paying for my gas.

[nevjudbaker]

I think the charging stations are a great idea.

Originally Posted by cemlopez

With the tremendous growth of The Villages and the long distances from the different amenities, I think it is about time that electric charging stations be installed at strategic locations. (a good example is the softball fields at Everglades, if you live around CR466 or North of it, it is impossible to make the round trip with out running out of power).
Just something to think about.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

On a full overnight charge with 6 or 8 batteries you can get a good 35-50 miles. Why worry?

That's the issue.............is it 35 miles, or is it 50 miles, or only 28 today. That's the worry.

[Bjeanj]

Originally Posted by mydavid

I don't see it, people siting in their golf carts a few hours why it charges enough so you can get home.

You’re not wrong. What am I going to do for xx period of time while my electric cart charges?

I use my electric cart for local trips and golfing, and if I’m going to go a certain distance, I’ll take our gas cart.

And if it’s raining or cold, I take my car.

[Velvet]

What about taking extra charged batteries with you? To extend the range or as back up.

[stanley]

Originally Posted by mydavid

I don't see it, people siting in their golf carts a few hours why it charges enough so you can get home.

Have a TiKi bar with entertainment at these "charging stations"

[CWGUY]

Originally Posted by Velvet

What about taking extra charged batteries with you? To extend the range or as back up.

You do know an 8 volt Trojan Battery weights more than 60 lbs. and a 48 volt cart takes 6 of them..... right? Do the math.

[dadspet]

My Electric cart can get me as far as I want to go without any problem. I have no need or wouldn't want to spend the time recharging at some public charge station. When I get my next electric cart it will be lithium like more and more autos will be. But if you want for some reason to go from the north end to the south end by golf cart (not a clue why you would want to do that but what ever ) - think about a getting a gas cart they will become a real bargain as they start depreciating more as more Villagers see the light (no noise or smell, smooth and go as far as 90% of the Villagers want to go) and convert to Electric cart and sell their gas carts. Hopefully they will still be selling gas in the near future!
Oh did I mention I have no bias or preconceived ideas so everything I pontificate can be taken as gospel !

[BiPartisan]

Why don't they also put in free gas stations as well? They(?) can afford it.

Originally Posted by cemlopez

With the tremendous growth of The Villages and the long distances from the different amenities, I think it is about time that electric charging stations be installed at strategic locations. (a good example is the softball fields at Everglades, if you live around CR466 or North of it, it is impossible to make the round trip with out running out of power).
Just something to think about.

[Bilyclub]

I'm just wandering if you go faster than the legal speed limit how much more does that drain your batteries? I'm used to seeing Teslas doing the speed limit or less on the interstates that aren't in metropolitan areas.

[tuccillo]

The power required to overcome air resistance goes as the cube of the velocity. Small increases in speed can result in a large increase in the amount of power needed. The difference between going 60 mph and 70 mph is about 1.6x.

Originally Posted by Bilyclub

I'm just wandering if you go faster than the legal speed limit how much more does that drain your batteries? I'm used to seeing Teslas doing the speed limit or less on the interstates that aren't in metropolitan areas.

[Velvet]

I was thinking of lithium batteries the vending machine does the lifting for you. These batteries are available for other vehicles like boats as well.

[Randyj66]

Why wouldn't you all think about public electric transportation! After all it's already in place in most of the areas that you moved from. Humble yourselves and ride a bus! It won't kill you! Talk about relieving congestion! Wow what a great idea!

[EdFNJ]

Won't work because electric carts use multiple types of charging connections. Plus they take hours to charge.

[jebartle]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

On a full overnight charge with 6 or 8 batteries you can get a good 35-50 miles. Why worry?

I agree, but who wants to ride 50 miles in a bumpy cart, get in a car, save the cart ride for shorter trips.