The EV Thread. Fully Electric Vehicles Exclusive Discussion

[alitayyab]

Any recommendations for home installation of a EV charger in Islamabad? Thanks.

[AkbarGr8]

@ifadey fyi

[ifadey]

Check this post of mine in the BYD group.

I will soon make a video on this topic because I have seen many people are burning brand new chargers due to incorrect installation by quack electricians. Very unfortunate.

Did you buy J6?

[alitayyab]

How did you guess :D. Definitely interested, not bought yet. Most reviews are from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal and Chile. The one from Chile shows off its off-road capabilities; i wont be doing even 1/10th of that. As per the reviewer even the RR Evoke, J7 had a tough time where the J6 had it easy (relatively speaking).

One Indonesian review also does the same; lots of off road stuff. Reviews from Singapore are on road and are generally good. Most criticism is at the HU and lack of any physical buttons and creaky noises.

I have taken a test-drive and it definitely had creaks; that sounded like the ones H6 made from the Pano sunroof area. Since the battery is in the floor it has low CoG which made it feel very grounded.
Brakes were spongy with high regen braking, but i have learnt to drive with spongy brakes in other cars.
Steering is very light (didnt change the setting), but I am generally okay with that, a "life-less" steering is the bane of journalists not most commuters IMO.
What else? The A/C throw was good but it made a lot of noise (like the Peugeot, but with greater airflow). Since it is not hot at all in Islamabad, cant say if it will make me sweat in summers :D.
I drove the RWD with 8 Sony speakers which sounded good. I have recoil SAM 625 and RX 65s with recoil amp (d800.4) and under-seat recoil amp in my current set up with a dudu 7 HU. Since the RWD does not have a Sub can't directly compare. The AWD, which i am interested in, has Inifinity setup which is arguably better. I dont think it will match my current setup, but it is what it is.
The instrument clustur is pretty small and there is no trip A/B meter (which other reviews have also mentioned) which is quite surprising.
The seats were super comfy, the front of the seat can be raised for thigh support (yay) for both driver and passenger. The massage function is fun, but very light, not like a real massage chair, but better than nothing.
Seat ventilation seemed stronger than the H6, but then it isnt really hot
Driving position is really nice, since one sits up really high and lots of al around visibility.

Lets see what comes of it.

[ifadey]

Wow! Looks like you already did lots of research. It's a good vehicle. Hopefully you will enjoy it. The downside is it may not become the mainstream vehicle. Mid variant RWD looks the most reasonable option to me due to longest range.

Try searching for steering settings in the infotainment settings. I am not sure if you will find it in J6, but my Atto have Comfort and Sports settings. I love the sports setting. It totally change the way steering behaves. It becomes precise with quick centering when you take off your hands. Absolutely pleasure to drive

[alitayyab]

It does have 3 settings, like most Chinese origin cars i have driven, wanted to experience the "worst case scenario"; thus the max. regenerative braking and softest steering setting.
I do agree it is a niche product, but it offers something different to what i have driven so far.
Still shopping around. Lets see.

[pwuser164163568474]

Still shopping around. Lets see.

I'm super excited about the Deepal S05 that will launch as a CKD as I mentioned before. Honestly I kind of wish I would have held off on booking my Atto 3 (unless they launch it at an absurd price too close to the S07), but only heard about the release shortly after booking. I hear you with Changan not having the best reputation but I'd say do keep it in mind if you aren't in need of a car before the new year. (I might just have too many expectations from it though, so the smartest choice would definitely to not be a first mover)

Since the battery is in the floor it has low CoG which made it feel very grounded.

What was your take on the suspension? Is it on the stiffer side or more of a plush ride when going over uneven surfaces?

[alitayyab]

It was absorbing the bumps well enough on a road that is mostly used by heavy traffic as the dealership is right next to the dry port. The suspension is also bearing the weight of the battery so all in all decently good. I have not read of too many complaints about the suspension. Almost all towards the Head Unit and lack of Physical buttons.

PS: The Peugeot Showroom is right next to the OmodoJ in Islamabad. Only noticed it when my wife said that their is a peugeot parked near the OJ dealership.

[ifadey]

If your drive is in city only, or you have 2nd petrol vehicle, then it makes no sense to go for EREV or PHEV. These vehicles are complex with added weight which you will be carrying in city driving for no reason. EV is best in this case due to massive savings on fuel, maintenance, and taxes. I own EV since March and I have drive close to 6,000 km so far. Here are my expenses

Electricity: 0 due to solar
Maintenance: Rs 6000 for first maintenance at 3 months/5000 km
Registration Charges: 273,300 (Adjusted all this amount in my tax returns. Remaining amount left is 2100. Registration in 2100 is almost free)
Token Tax: 1600 out of which 1500 is adjustable in the tax returns. So only 100 is the token tax

So total spending of Rs 8200 on maintenance, registration, and token tax.
Next maintenance is after 12 months/20,000 km whichever comes first.

Now if I do the math of fuel expense of My Honda City Aspire with fuel average of 15 kpl and fuel price of Rs 260/liter, it will cost me Rs 104,000 for driving 6000 km. So this is straight Rs 104,000 saving for such a low mileage.

[pwuser167550015690]

The Zeekr 7X seems very tempting depending on the version we get in Pakistan. The pictures I saw from their event basically had direct Chinese import since it was LHD, had a functional Stargate LED system, LiDAR units and apparently the full autonomous driving sensor suite - all things which were cut from the Aussie RHD variant.

It just received a significant update in China though with a new powertrain, and much more powerful hardware to power the G-Pilot system so if they actually do bring that here, it could be a very good option... provided you are ready to spend PKR 30 million or so.

[j_aquil]

The Karachi Metropolitan Corporation has announced plans to set up electric vehicle charging stations across the city to promote eco-friendly transportation and reduce carbon emissions.

The decision was taken at a high-level meeting held at the KMC Head Office with Mayor Barrister Murtaza Wahab in the chair, who directed relevant departments to begin work on setting up EV charging facilities in key areas of the metropolis.

In the first phase, charging stations will be installed along Shahrah-e-Faisal, Dr Ziauddin Ahmed Road, and Stadium Road.

https://tribune.com.pk/story/2573487/kmc-to-install-ev-chargers-where-can-you-plug-in-first

[pwuser164163568474]

If your drive is in city only, or you have 2nd petrol vehicle, then it makes no sense to go for EREV or PHEV.

I fully agree with the statement. Currently I am eyeing these cars for the long run after a hopefully big depreciation hit where the added engine will alleviate some of the worries of a battery losing its capacity slowly but surely (5-10 years down the line).

I'd be a buyer for these cars without any terms of savings though

[j_aquil]

Nissan’s EV solar roof can add over 1,800 miles of free driving per year

Nissan will showcase the roof-mounted solar system on the Sakura, Japan’s top-selling EV, next week. The “Ao-Solar Extender,” Nissan claims, can generate enough solar energy to power up to 3,000 km, or over 1,800 miles of free driving per year.

The Sakura, Nissan’s electric kei car, has been Japan’s most popular EV for the past three years. Although Nissan said the Sakura is “often praised for its sufficient driving range,” it will soon get a boost from solar power.

Nissan installed the extendable, roof-mounted solar system, “AO-Solar Extender,” on a Sakura prototype, which it plans to showcase at the Japan Mobility Show later this month.

According to Nissan, the team that developed the system estimates it can generate enough solar electricity to provide up to 3,000 km (1,864 miles) of driving annually.

The extendable system enables the vehicle to draw power from the sun, whether it is parked or driving. When parked, the panel can expand outward, increasing the surface area and allowing it to collect additional energy from the sun. Nissan said it can potentially generate up to 500 Watts of power when extended.

Although we’ve seen plenty of automakers showcase solar-mounted roof panels on prototypes, Nissan is planning to launch the AO-Solar Extender commercially. Nissan said more details, including a commercial launch date, will be announced later. Stay tuned.

The Japan Mobility Show kicks off on October 30, 2025. Press days start on October 29, so check back next week to see the prototype. We’ll keep you updated with the latest.

electrek.co

[j_aquil]

[j_aquil]

Sharp’s Latest Innovation Isn’t a TV — It’s an Electric Car

The electronics manufacturer is all set to enter the mobility space with a futuristic minivan called the Living, Dining, Kitchen +.

A new Japanese player emerges

The Sharp Corporation is set to shake up the EV space at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, to be held at the Tokyo Big Sight convention and exhibition center from October 30 to November 9. The electronics manufacturer plans to unveil the latest version of its LDK+, a cutting-edge concept vehicle designed to blur the lines between mobility and modern living by integrating seamlessly into the modern smart home ecosystem.

Where the LDK+ truly stands out is in its connectivity features. It integrates with Sharp’s proprietary AI platform, known as CE-LLM (Communication Edge – Large Language Model), which allows the vehicle to connect with various smart home appliances and even energy systems, such as solar panels or home batteries, for efficient energy management. The LDK+ communicates with these devices and systems using Sharp’s proprietary AIoT technology, or Artificial Intelligence of Things, which is an innovative combination of AI and the Internet of Things (IoT) infrastructure.

The LDK+ is still at the concept stage, and while Sharp is yet to announce battery and powertrain options, and various other details, the company has hinted that we may see a production ready version by 2027. So far, the concept is a technology showcase and demonstration of how mobility can evolve into an extension of domestic life, highlighting a growing trend towards vehicles serving not only as transportation, but also as personal spaces for work, entertainment, or relaxation. Whether it remains a concept or evolves into a real product, the LDK+ underscores Sharp’s ambition to redefine what a vehicle can be in the era of smart homes and electrified lifestyles.

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[j_aquil]

2028 Toyota Land Cruiser pickup truck has been revealed by Best Car Magazine from Japan - it apparently will debut with its cousin model Land Cruiser Sport. Both are slated to be car-based, unitized body SUV and truck and will be powered by PHEV and BEV. Watch to find out the latest news from Japan, explained by an automotive engineer David Chao.

[pwuser167550015690]

Very Zeekr Mix vibes from this concept. So now the Japanese are copying Chinese?

[j_aquil]

Yes ,I was thinking the same thing about this Sharp Minivan and the similarities with the Zeekr Mix,which I absolutely love .I hope Capital smart Motors brings it to Pakistan.

[pwuser167550015690]

Zeekr Mix wasn't intended to be an export model so I don't think it would ever be sold outside of China unfortunately.

[j_aquil]

The Zeekr Mix export is not through official Zeekr dealerships in different countries . Exporting is done through authorized and independent export companies in China that sell the vehicle to international buyers the demand will be huge especially in Europe and middle east. Unfortunately this is a blunder from Geely group. This vehicle would be a huge success in the International market maybe they will change their minds once the demand is there. In Pakistan the Capital group would not bring it here since sales will be very limited to some CBU units.