CleanSump
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There's alway someone who just wants to nitpick and argue.
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Well, we needed rent cars in Korea. Before you could - we took Company defensive driving from a Korean guy. Part of the exam was a U-turn at an intersection …
I would not do it - he asks why. Because the locals have no respect for traffic lights - or even pedestrians - or even school crossings … Large trucks speed fully loaded.
He said I wouldn’t argue that - but how will you turn around ?
Parking lot ? He said parking lot it is!
I would not do it - he asks why. Because the locals have no respect for traffic lights - or even pedestrians - or even school crossings … Large trucks speed fully loaded.
He said I wouldn’t argue that - but how will you turn around ?
Parking lot ? He said parking lot it is!
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I've only seen one on the road. Hopefully 2027 is a better year for it.
And weirdly enough for these edge cases there is still a brake pedal!
Personally, I'm often the guy clearly annoying a non-negligible chunk of the driving population by leaving a couple seconds of space between myself and the vehicle ahead. It's actually in an interesting experiment to leave more than a couple car lengths in traffic - people are conditioned to see that space and assume your lane is moving more freely. They'll make an aggressive lane change, then sit there for a few seconds before realizing their lane was actually moving faster.
Take a moment to observe traffic in most higher-density areas. You'll be absolutely shocked to learn that the spaces between vehicles often don't constitute a safe following distance.
Regen braking isn't as aggressive as threshold braking. It could be in theory, but there would be a lot of coffee-filled cup holders out there.
VW is looking at making a major change in their battery game. Advancements have been made in sodium based batteries that give better power density and cold weather performance. Additionally their latest gearbox got very high marks last year.
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Yes! I am surprised that I see as many as I do here. Maybe it's jsut that they stand out.
I REALLY like them. However the price is a killer. With that said, it was only a month ago when for a good period of time they were in the range of $15,000 off sticker. I think that has something to do with them being around.
Some really nice color schemes too. So far from memory Ive seen baby blues and yellow with (guessing) white roofs.
Darn price, maybe in time, as batteries come down or darn I say gasoline version again? I know never will happen.
I recall they were going for $15,000 over sticker for a while. That tempered the launch.
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Takes two to tango?
and depressed a lot of people who bought them, $30,000 swing if you are correct
Where VW is running into issues, is not necessarily the hardware (the vehicle is pretty cool), or even the price/cost (financial arm can make these things VERY attractive), it's the prevailing attitude of the American market toward EVs. Currently, the uptake in the US market is roughly 10% while the rest of the world is closer to 25%. Why? Vehicles and costs are similar enough. I thinks it's because people here don't want to invest in a major technology shift without a commensurate return in things like range, convenience, features etc. of what's been proven, ie; ICE.
This is why I think VW missed the boat here with the ID Buzz by offering it in EV only right now. I thinks the sales numbers would have been drastically different had they done an ICE or even a hybrid alongside the electric only. Then, if some of the battery and motor changes come to fruition, ala @dbias post #86, and costs come down, range goes up etc., you might see those that purchased the more conventional powertrain bus trade up/over to the EV. And be happy with it all over again. I'd get one.
This is why I think VW missed the boat here with the ID Buzz by offering it in EV only right now. I thinks the sales numbers would have been drastically different had they done an ICE or even a hybrid alongside the electric only. Then, if some of the battery and motor changes come to fruition, ala @dbias post #86, and costs come down, range goes up etc., you might see those that purchased the more conventional powertrain bus trade up/over to the EV. And be happy with it all over again. I'd get one.
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Development of this vehicle began years ago when everyone was afraid of a rapid transition to EVs. That's actually happening in other countries, with the U.S. being the laggard. But VW didn't know that at the time. They've been showing concepts of a revived minibus for over a decade and the current ID.buzz iteration came out in 2017. The vehicle underwent numerous development delays because a three-seater was developed specifically for the U.S. market. This resulted in additional development costs. On top of the delays, it missed out on the 7,500 credit and got hit with import tariffs. Given the current state of the U.S. economy, I don't think there's anyway this vehicle would have been a sales success, regardless of the powertrain. Low interest rates and high pent-up demand for vehicles post pandemic has abated, and now consumers are just stretched thin from increased prices for...everything.
We live in very different areas. Traffic doesn't move like that here. I moved away from that rat race for a reason.
It's closer to a $55,000 swing at the extremes.
https://www.carscoops.com/2026/05/vw-id-buzz-discounts/
I shouldn’t even mention the Regen paddle on the GM EVs (and a few others). Another awesome EV thing I’m not sure I’d go without. 
When you want even stronger OPB than the Max setting…. I actually like the On/Off version, like my Blazer EV vs. the variable paddle, like my LYRIQ. I thought variable would be better before I drove it.
But back to ID.Buzz. Needs more battery. Love it otherwise.
When you want even stronger OPB than the Max setting…. I actually like the On/Off version, like my Blazer EV vs. the variable paddle, like my LYRIQ. I thought variable would be better before I drove it. But back to ID.Buzz. Needs more battery. Love it otherwise.
I have been to lots of driving classes. I used to operate fleet vehicles at a prior employer.
It's sad I know better? No, practical knowledge tells me that stopping abruptly at a yellow light will get you rear ended eventually. The professional driving courses I took had the attitude of "well that is the other driver's fault" for that and a number of other driving related topics.
No thanks, I'd prefer not to get hit from behind or otherwise, by driving more according to local custom and the expectations of the local driving community, rather than some pencil-**** instructor.
exactly, and I also watch for this.
Who is stopping abruptly? You have no idea what covering your brake pedal means,
sure, I cover my brake.
when I think I might need more braking force than regen will allow for....
You can’t cover your brake with regen. You will slow down unnecessary. Covering your brake is not something you do when you expect something to happen. You do it every time because you never know what will happen, and you need to be prepared.
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