Jerry drives a Nissan LEAF S 2015 electric car.

This is Jerry’s fourth electric car, he’s owned the LEAF 1-2 years and drives 5,000-10,000 miles annually. The current mileage of the car is between 30,000-40,000 miles and he achieves 65 miles range from a full charge.

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Why did you choose this electric car?

Bought it used, waiting for the market to explode.

Positives – List 3 or more reasons why you love this electric car

• Satisfies my local travel needs
  no gasoline
  no maintenance.

Negatives – List 3 or more things that you really don’t like about this electric car

• Limited range
• limited tech features
• tinny horn.

Have you experienced any faults with the car? If so, what have they been?

None

What are the standout tech features of the car?

It’s a basic 2015 LEAF, no tech stands out but the heated seats and steering wheel are nice.

Surprise us! Tell us something people wouldn’t readily know about this electric car

It’s unlikely to implode.

What electric car are you interested in next and why?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 – reasonably priced 800 volt architecture and fast recharging.

What home charging unit do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

Schneider Electric – basic but dependable.

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What home electricity supplier & tariff do you use? Would you recommend it to others and why?

National Grid – net metered solar.

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What public charging networks would you recommend to others and why?

Electrify America – better than EVgo.

List your top 3 favourite public charging networks (in order of preference)

• Electrify America
• EVgo
• ChargePoint.

Who do you insure your electric car with? Would you recommend them to others and why?

Liberty Mutual – they’re OK.

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Estimate how much money you save per month owning and running an electric car compared to a petrol/diesel car

$200

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