Claude Eckel
@troelb.bsky.social
Calling out misinformation on EVs since 2024 ^^
Das betrifft nur das Fahrzeug, nicht den Ladestrom.
January 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Das betrifft nur das Fahrzeug, nicht den Ladestrom.
Actually, Diesel might be the more reasonable option to keep a few more years during the transition to EVs. They are particularly suited for long distances at high speeds.
At least Mercedes and BMW have competitive EVs now, but I'm worried about Audi...
At least Mercedes and BMW have competitive EVs now, but I'm worried about Audi...
January 7, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Actually, Diesel might be the more reasonable option to keep a few more years during the transition to EVs. They are particularly suited for long distances at high speeds.
At least Mercedes and BMW have competitive EVs now, but I'm worried about Audi...
At least Mercedes and BMW have competitive EVs now, but I'm worried about Audi...
Laden beim Arbeitgeber wird politisch und medial leider völlig unterschätzt. Habe mehrere Kollegen, die elektrisch unterwegs sind ohne Lademöglichkeit Zuhause. Aber Mitarbeitertarif mit 38 Cent und sonst gelegentlich beim Einkaufen für 29 Cent (Lidl, Kaufland, Aldi) macht's möglich.
January 7, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Laden beim Arbeitgeber wird politisch und medial leider völlig unterschätzt. Habe mehrere Kollegen, die elektrisch unterwegs sind ohne Lademöglichkeit Zuhause. Aber Mitarbeitertarif mit 38 Cent und sonst gelegentlich beim Einkaufen für 29 Cent (Lidl, Kaufland, Aldi) macht's möglich.
Battery lifespan depends on charging habits, climate, cell chemistry, thermal management, manufacturing quality, driving, etc.
As a very general rule of thumb I would guess about 1000 cycles for NMC batteries.
As a very general rule of thumb I would guess about 1000 cycles for NMC batteries.
January 7, 2026 at 4:39 PM
Battery lifespan depends on charging habits, climate, cell chemistry, thermal management, manufacturing quality, driving, etc.
As a very general rule of thumb I would guess about 1000 cycles for NMC batteries.
As a very general rule of thumb I would guess about 1000 cycles for NMC batteries.
Sorry, aber ich bin noch nicht überzeugt.
Die Daten sind nicht extern verifiziert (was branchenüblich wäre), Donut Lab hat keine Patente oder wissenschaftliche Publikationen zur Batterietechnik. Die Website hat nicht einmal ein Impressum... Ich bin gespannt was da in dem Motorrad kommt...
Die Daten sind nicht extern verifiziert (was branchenüblich wäre), Donut Lab hat keine Patente oder wissenschaftliche Publikationen zur Batterietechnik. Die Website hat nicht einmal ein Impressum... Ich bin gespannt was da in dem Motorrad kommt...
January 7, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Sorry, aber ich bin noch nicht überzeugt.
Die Daten sind nicht extern verifiziert (was branchenüblich wäre), Donut Lab hat keine Patente oder wissenschaftliche Publikationen zur Batterietechnik. Die Website hat nicht einmal ein Impressum... Ich bin gespannt was da in dem Motorrad kommt...
Die Daten sind nicht extern verifiziert (was branchenüblich wäre), Donut Lab hat keine Patente oder wissenschaftliche Publikationen zur Batterietechnik. Die Website hat nicht einmal ein Impressum... Ich bin gespannt was da in dem Motorrad kommt...
The new rebate applies to lower-income households, but those usually don't buy new cars in the first place. In fact, most new cars in Germany aren't bought by individuals, but companies, so I expect little effect.
EU limits on fleet emissions are probably the most effective intervention.
EU limits on fleet emissions are probably the most effective intervention.
January 7, 2026 at 4:13 PM
The new rebate applies to lower-income households, but those usually don't buy new cars in the first place. In fact, most new cars in Germany aren't bought by individuals, but companies, so I expect little effect.
EU limits on fleet emissions are probably the most effective intervention.
EU limits on fleet emissions are probably the most effective intervention.
Does the VW ID4 count as compact in the US? ^^
Otherwise, the Volvo EX30 comes to mind... But that one's rather new in the US, so used cars will take some time to become more affordable.
Maybe Hyundai Kona electric?
Otherwise, the Volvo EX30 comes to mind... But that one's rather new in the US, so used cars will take some time to become more affordable.
Maybe Hyundai Kona electric?
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Does the VW ID4 count as compact in the US? ^^
Otherwise, the Volvo EX30 comes to mind... But that one's rather new in the US, so used cars will take some time to become more affordable.
Maybe Hyundai Kona electric?
Otherwise, the Volvo EX30 comes to mind... But that one's rather new in the US, so used cars will take some time to become more affordable.
Maybe Hyundai Kona electric?
I'm no fan of hydrogen in cars. But besides Toyota, there is Hyundai offering the Nexo and BMW with the upcoming X5 in 2028.
None of them offer a substantial range advantage, though, while suffering from many disadvantages as @techconnectify.bsky.social pointed out.
None of them offer a substantial range advantage, though, while suffering from many disadvantages as @techconnectify.bsky.social pointed out.
January 7, 2026 at 3:55 PM
I'm no fan of hydrogen in cars. But besides Toyota, there is Hyundai offering the Nexo and BMW with the upcoming X5 in 2028.
None of them offer a substantial range advantage, though, while suffering from many disadvantages as @techconnectify.bsky.social pointed out.
None of them offer a substantial range advantage, though, while suffering from many disadvantages as @techconnectify.bsky.social pointed out.
Inzwischen gibt es gebrauchte Elektroautos schon sehr günstig. Noch nicht in jedem Segment, aber zumindest ab der Kompaktklasse.
Was fährt dein Umfeld denn so?
Was fährt dein Umfeld denn so?
January 2, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Inzwischen gibt es gebrauchte Elektroautos schon sehr günstig. Noch nicht in jedem Segment, aber zumindest ab der Kompaktklasse.
Was fährt dein Umfeld denn so?
Was fährt dein Umfeld denn so?
Including charging losses, even a mid-sized SUV will only need about 20 kWh/100km. That's 7,40€ fuel cost per 100 km. Cheaper rates are available, e.g. for night charging, switching provider or by installing solar.
EV prices have dropped substantially last year, may I ask what you are driving now?
EV prices have dropped substantially last year, may I ask what you are driving now?
January 2, 2026 at 1:49 PM
Including charging losses, even a mid-sized SUV will only need about 20 kWh/100km. That's 7,40€ fuel cost per 100 km. Cheaper rates are available, e.g. for night charging, switching provider or by installing solar.
EV prices have dropped substantially last year, may I ask what you are driving now?
EV prices have dropped substantially last year, may I ask what you are driving now?
Italy has one of the highest home ownership rates in Europe at about 75%. For most of these people, an EV should be cheaper overall by now.
The others, who rely on public infrastructure, probably need to wait for a different government...
The others, who rely on public infrastructure, probably need to wait for a different government...
January 2, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Italy has one of the highest home ownership rates in Europe at about 75%. For most of these people, an EV should be cheaper overall by now.
The others, who rely on public infrastructure, probably need to wait for a different government...
The others, who rely on public infrastructure, probably need to wait for a different government...
I just checked, the Leapmotor t03 is available at 18 900 € in Belgium, if you don't mind it being Chinese, it's all around a much better deal than the 25k Fiat.
December 22, 2025 at 9:55 PM
I just checked, the Leapmotor t03 is available at 18 900 € in Belgium, if you don't mind it being Chinese, it's all around a much better deal than the 25k Fiat.
I'm not familiar with the market in Belgium, but in Germany, prices are getting closer, starting in the higher segments. New models of BMW and Mercedes are comparable to ICE prices. Skoda Elroq and Karoq are nearly identical... Only small cars with good range aren't available at reasonable prices :(
December 22, 2025 at 9:45 PM
I'm not familiar with the market in Belgium, but in Germany, prices are getting closer, starting in the higher segments. New models of BMW and Mercedes are comparable to ICE prices. Skoda Elroq and Karoq are nearly identical... Only small cars with good range aren't available at reasonable prices :(
That's exactly why I exposed China previously. China controls like 90% of the world's lithium refinement capacity. They hold most patents on LFP technology (a cheap and reliable cathode chemistry). They have an edge right now, but even in Europe consumer prices of ICE and EVs are converging.
December 22, 2025 at 9:45 PM
That's exactly why I exposed China previously. China controls like 90% of the world's lithium refinement capacity. They hold most patents on LFP technology (a cheap and reliable cathode chemistry). They have an edge right now, but even in Europe consumer prices of ICE and EVs are converging.
What? I thought electricity is cheap in the US compared to Europe?!
What's your electricity cost per kWh and usual gas price?
Example for my place: driving my ICE car costs about 11 cents per km for fuel. Compare that to 31 cents/kWh and 0.17 kWh/km. It's about half the fuel cost at ~5,3 cents/km.
What's your electricity cost per kWh and usual gas price?
Example for my place: driving my ICE car costs about 11 cents per km for fuel. Compare that to 31 cents/kWh and 0.17 kWh/km. It's about half the fuel cost at ~5,3 cents/km.
December 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM
What? I thought electricity is cheap in the US compared to Europe?!
What's your electricity cost per kWh and usual gas price?
Example for my place: driving my ICE car costs about 11 cents per km for fuel. Compare that to 31 cents/kWh and 0.17 kWh/km. It's about half the fuel cost at ~5,3 cents/km.
What's your electricity cost per kWh and usual gas price?
Example for my place: driving my ICE car costs about 11 cents per km for fuel. Compare that to 31 cents/kWh and 0.17 kWh/km. It's about half the fuel cost at ~5,3 cents/km.
Isn't it convenient to call people clueless instead of coming up with an actual argument? ^^
December 22, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Isn't it convenient to call people clueless instead of coming up with an actual argument? ^^
Solar and EVs are investments with positive returns in most settings. If you have an old solar installation, I guess you have a garage or carport, too? So you can charge at home? In that case, an EV is probably cheaper for you in the long run, the question is more about convenience and range.
December 22, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Solar and EVs are investments with positive returns in most settings. If you have an old solar installation, I guess you have a garage or carport, too? So you can charge at home? In that case, an EV is probably cheaper for you in the long run, the question is more about convenience and range.
Cars were always made for transportation. Sure, there are emotional aspects to them that are based on early impressions. That's why resistance to EVs is now prevalent in old people. Young people without those distorted memories see EVs for what they are: the better product.
December 22, 2025 at 6:23 AM
Cars were always made for transportation. Sure, there are emotional aspects to them that are based on early impressions. That's why resistance to EVs is now prevalent in old people. Young people without those distorted memories see EVs for what they are: the better product.
With current battery prices, production cost can be the same now. However, setting up new production lines, developing new platforms and geopolitical risks make EVs still more expensive outside of China at this time in most segments. Most of these factors will change in the coming decade.
December 21, 2025 at 7:09 PM
With current battery prices, production cost can be the same now. However, setting up new production lines, developing new platforms and geopolitical risks make EVs still more expensive outside of China at this time in most segments. Most of these factors will change in the coming decade.
At this point I have to wonder if you are serious or doing a false flag... Because I never saw any real person seriously promoting forced measures in this context. I considered it a boogie man of the right that has no basis in reality.
December 21, 2025 at 6:42 PM
At this point I have to wonder if you are serious or doing a false flag... Because I never saw any real person seriously promoting forced measures in this context. I considered it a boogie man of the right that has no basis in reality.
Die Brennstoffzelle hat einen Wirkungsgrad von ca. 60%, damit kommt am Schluss ebenso Strom in den Elektromotor wie beim BEV, nur brauchst du mehr Gas.
Also selbst wenn du vom Gas startest (was niemand will), ist Wasserstoff im PKW Energieverschwendung.
Also selbst wenn du vom Gas startest (was niemand will), ist Wasserstoff im PKW Energieverschwendung.
December 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Die Brennstoffzelle hat einen Wirkungsgrad von ca. 60%, damit kommt am Schluss ebenso Strom in den Elektromotor wie beim BEV, nur brauchst du mehr Gas.
Also selbst wenn du vom Gas startest (was niemand will), ist Wasserstoff im PKW Energieverschwendung.
Also selbst wenn du vom Gas startest (was niemand will), ist Wasserstoff im PKW Energieverschwendung.
Biogas kaum, hauptsächlich Erdgas. Ist aber auch egal. Aus dem Gas macht ein modernes Kraftwerk ~60% Strom.
Machst du Wasserstoff, verlierst du bei der Dampfreformierung schon ein Drittel. Der Wasserstoff muss komprimiert und transportiert werden um dann in der Brennstoffzelle verströmt zu werden.
Machst du Wasserstoff, verlierst du bei der Dampfreformierung schon ein Drittel. Der Wasserstoff muss komprimiert und transportiert werden um dann in der Brennstoffzelle verströmt zu werden.
December 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Biogas kaum, hauptsächlich Erdgas. Ist aber auch egal. Aus dem Gas macht ein modernes Kraftwerk ~60% Strom.
Machst du Wasserstoff, verlierst du bei der Dampfreformierung schon ein Drittel. Der Wasserstoff muss komprimiert und transportiert werden um dann in der Brennstoffzelle verströmt zu werden.
Machst du Wasserstoff, verlierst du bei der Dampfreformierung schon ein Drittel. Der Wasserstoff muss komprimiert und transportiert werden um dann in der Brennstoffzelle verströmt zu werden.
Hoppla, das war wohl schon zu kompliziert. Also ganz langsam damit du auch bis zu den Zahlen durch hältst: wo kommt denn dein schöner Wasserstoff her?
December 18, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Hoppla, das war wohl schon zu kompliziert. Also ganz langsam damit du auch bis zu den Zahlen durch hältst: wo kommt denn dein schöner Wasserstoff her?
Dann wäre es vermutlich voll schlau auf Technologien zu setzen, die Energie einsparen, oder?
Wollen wir das am Beispiel BEV vs FCEV durchrechnen?
Wollen wir das am Beispiel BEV vs FCEV durchrechnen?
December 18, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Dann wäre es vermutlich voll schlau auf Technologien zu setzen, die Energie einsparen, oder?
Wollen wir das am Beispiel BEV vs FCEV durchrechnen?
Wollen wir das am Beispiel BEV vs FCEV durchrechnen?