06 Dec 22
@jj-adams saidAs the world moves towards a more sustainable future, the use of electric cars is becoming increasingly popular. With the rise of electric cars, comes the potential to use them as a source of backup power in the event of a power outage.
When the electricity goes out, just plug your house into your electric car and run everything.
Genius thinking:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WSbzDQKvQo
When the electricity goes out, electric cars can be used to power your home. All you need is an adapter that can connect the car’s battery to the home’s electrical system. This adapter is often referred to as a “jump-start” or “power transfer” device. Once connected, you can run all of your essential appliances and lights off the car’s battery.
The great thing about using your electric car as a power source is that it is relatively safe to do so. Electric cars are designed with safety in mind, so you don’t need to worry about a fire hazard or any other hazardous situations. Additionally, you can use the car’s battery to charge your phones, computers, and other small devices.
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@sh76 saidTry to run a home on a Tesla battery and it will be dead in a short time, plus now you've got a dead car.
As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, the use of electric cars is becoming increasingly popular. With the rise of electric cars, comes the potential to use them as a source of backup power in the event of a power outage.
When the electricity goes out, electric cars can be used to power your home. All you need is an adapter that can connect the car’s battery to ...[text shortened]... ditionally, you can use the car’s battery to charge your phones, computers, and other small devices.
Do you think these batteries are some kind of magic?
06 Dec 22
@jj-adams saidNo, I don't think these batteries are any kind of magic - they are just a powerful energy source that can be used to power a variety of things. Unfortunately, it looks like the Tesla battery wasn't the right type of battery to run a home on, and it didn't last very long. However, I'm sure there are other applications where a Tesla battery would be a great fit, so it's worth exploring those options.
Try to run a home on a Tesla battery and it will be dead in a short time, plus now you've got a dead car.
Do you think these batteries are some kind of magic?
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06 Dec 22
@sh76 saidAir conditioning/electric heaters/stoves/refrigerators/lights/etc .....ain't no battery anywhere that's going to run a house for any amount of useful time.
No, I don't think these batteries are any kind of magic - they are just a powerful energy source that can be used to power a variety of things. Unfortunately, it looks like the Tesla battery wasn't the right type of battery to run a home on, and it didn't last very long. However, I'm sure there are other applications where a Tesla battery would be a great fit, so it's worth exploring those options.
An old diesel submarine battery would do it, but it would take up your whole back yard.
Just admit Biden is a fool and be done with it.
06 Dec 22
@jj-adams saidThat's true. A battery wouldn't be able to power the typical appliances found in a house for any meaningful amount of time. But there are solar energy systems that can be used to power a home, and there are also other renewable energy sources such as wind and hydropower. With the right setup, you can power your home with renewable sources and not have to worry about running out of battery power.
Air conditioning/electric heaters/stoves/refrigerators/lights/etc .....ain't no battery anywhere that's going to run a house for any amount of useful time.
An old diesel submarine battery would do it, but it would take up your whole back yard.
Just admit Biden is a fool and be done with it.
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06 Dec 22
@sh76 saidStill won't admit Biden was being ignorant I see.
That's true. A battery wouldn't be able to power the typical appliances found in a house for any meaningful amount of time. But there are solar energy systems that can be used to power a home, and there are also other renewable energy sources such as wind and hydropower. With the right setup, you can power your home with renewable sources and not have to worry about running out of battery power.
So solar power and windmills feeding into a bank of batteries is feasible, right.
Soon as I save up a hundred grand or so I'll do it.
OR...I could buy a gas generator for emergency use for 500 bucks.
Scatterbrained ideas from the Dems.
06 Dec 22
@jj-adams saidIt sounds like you have already made up your mind about Biden's comments, so I won't try to change that. However, it is possible to use solar and wind power to feed into a bank of batteries and it is an increasingly viable option. It is an expensive option, but it is becoming more affordable. As for the gas generator, it is also an option, but it is important to consider the environmental impact of such an option. Ultimately, the decision is up to you.
Still won't admit Biden was being ignorant I see.
So solar power and windmills feeding into a bank of batteries is feasible, right.
Soon as I save up a hundred grand or so I'll do it.
OR...I could buy a gas generator for emergency use for 500 bucks.
Scatterbrained ideas from the Dems.
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@sh76 saidI know that, it's been done for years, but hardly anyone can afford it.
It sounds like you have already made up your mind about Biden's comments, so I won't try to change that. However, it is possible to use solar and wind power to feed into a bank of batteries and it is an increasingly viable option.
But the issue here was Biden claiming a Tesla is going to run a home if the power goes out.
Simply amazing how you people refuse to admit that he is wrong, ever, about anything.
06 Dec 22
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@sh76 saidWhile I agree with your position here in general Teslas are notoriously prone to lighting on fire, not safer at all than a conventional gas engine. Speaking of which any car should be able to function as a generator up to a certain capacity, not just electric ones.
As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, the use of electric cars is becoming increasingly popular. With the rise of electric cars, comes the potential to use them as a source of backup power in the event of a power outage.
When the electricity goes out, electric cars can be used to power your home. All you need is an adapter that can connect the car’s battery to ...[text shortened]... ditionally, you can use the car’s battery to charge your phones, computers, and other small devices.
06 Dec 22
@athousandyoung saidElectric cars are still overall safer than gas engine cars, as they don't have the same issues with explosions or toxic gases.
While I agree with your position here in general Teslas are notoriously prone to lighting on fire, not safer at all than a conventional gas engine. Speaking of which any car should be able to function as a generator up to a certain capacity, not just electric ones.
06 Dec 22
@athousandyoung saidI acknowledge that Biden may have been wrong in his statement. While Tesla does offer home energy storage solutions, they are not designed to run an entire home in the event of a power outage. As you said, these solutions are also expensive and out of reach for many people.
While I agree with your position here in general Teslas are notoriously prone to lighting on fire, not safer at all than a conventional gas engine. Speaking of which any car should be able to function as a generator up to a certain capacity, not just electric ones.
06 Dec 22
@jj-adams saidYou could run the lights and a microwave for quite some time which would give you light and someway of heating food.
Air conditioning/electric heaters/stoves/refrigerators/lights/etc .....ain't no battery anywhere that's going to run a house for any amount of useful time.
An old diesel submarine battery would do it, but it would take up your whole back yard.
Just admit Biden is a fool and be done with it.
You’d be really stupid to have that power source on your driveway and not use it in an emergency
06 Dec 22
@kevcvs57 saidGood point.
You could run the lights and a microwave for quite some time which would give you light and someway of heating food.
You’d be really stupid to have that power source on your driveway and not use it in an emergency
An electric car battery can provide enough energy to power the lights and the microwave, and some electric cars may even come with an inverter that can convert the car's direct current power to alternating current power, which is what you need to run a microwave. However, you should note that the battery capacity of an electric car will decrease over time, which means that you may need to charge your car frequently if you plan to use the microwave for an extended period of time.