WHY IS NIKKI'S VECTRIX NOT ON THE ROAD YET AND OTHER QUESTIONS ANSWERED

EV Channels Review

This episode of EVChannels serves as a 'filler' but provides updates on several key topics. The host, Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield, addresses the ongoing repair of her Vectrix VX1 electric motorcycle, explaining that issues with the controller board and soldering of fuses are preventing its return to the road, with a hopeful completion by year-end. Updates on the Chevrolet Bolt EV are brief, noting its continued good condition and potential future modifications like a charge port illumination system. The Ford F-150 Lightning receives more attention, with discussions on 3D-printed accessories for weather protection and a modification to replace the problematic rotary gear shifter with a Mustang-sourced unit, which also adds a cup holder and allows the workspace table to fold down. A significant portion of the video is dedicated to addressing online threats and hate speech received by the channel, leading to the decision to permanently disable YouTube comments and redirecting discourse to other platforms like Discord and Mastodon. Finally, the host shares positive experiences with the Ford Charge Station Pro's home backup power functionality and details her progress on a Local_fcsp integration for Home Assistant, enhancing its capabilities for power outage detection.