Recent content by GJMG4 North

I think like most things in life, the ability to choose is the ideal solution. There are times when OPD is great to have, driving in town would be an example, but on longer journeys I prefer the regen to be lighter touch and find coasting can be a more efficient driving style.

Thought this experience might be of interest for some of the community. Yesterday I was one of the many hundreds of frustrated drivers sitting on the M61/M6 around Preston. In my case that was for 8 hours, finally getting off at Preston around 10pm. What interested me about this otherwise...

Yep, checked with the AA & everything is on file. I believe the issue may simply have been down to the staff (Tech) shortages, what concerned me was the nagging doubt that had I not mentioned the issue of updates I would have paid for a service which would have fallen short of the level I should...

You must have confidence in the dealer, on this occassion Sandicliffe haven't delivered the level of service you're entitled to expect, you are after all about to make a major purchase and they are 1 of a great many options you could have selected, it's time to move on and find a business with...

Are these updates meant to be installed as a matter of course during a service, or in response to customers complaining about specific faults? I was only aware of SC077 because of this forum and had I not specifically raised it with the dealer I'm not confident that anything would have been done.

My TLR is in for the SC077 update next week, this is the current software version, am I up to date? Are there other modules I need to ask the dealer to check?

(i) Previous owners - The dealership are not allowed to disclose the previous owners details, GDPR prevents them sharing protected information. (ii) Updates. etc. - If the vehicle is not due a service the chances are they will not update the software, unless you make it a condition of the sale...

I've had my TLR for 2 weeks now and have covered just under 900 miles. This week, with the temperature rising, it's currently 14 degrees, I've seen a noticeable improvement in range. I was getting an average of 3.5 m/kWh, this has now improved to 4.5 m/kWh and that's with 75-80% being motorway...

This is the first time I've had a rear camera and to be honest I find it more of a distraction than anything. Parking sensors & mirrors provide more than enough information.

Jump on a train, that's got to be better than spending another £500+ locally. If you prefer something with a little more range, a pre-reg might be the way to go. A lease deal may make sense if you plan on switching again within 3/4 years as depreciation might exceed the lease cost, but at...

I tend not to rely on the speed recognition system, but in my, somewhat recent, experience it's correct about 80% of the time but has some rather unusual quirks occasionally when it comes to motorway speed recognition.

The OP doesn't give any information on the terms/ reasons behind choosing that deal, but based on the little information there is it looks like the 3 year lease offers better value (ie. includes VED in years 2 & 3, and no MOT to cover unlike the deal he's chosen), so I asked a question. Hope...

It's only 280 miles, charge up beforehand and stop for a drink, etc. on the way and re-charge at the same time, you'll only need 1 stop for that distance. Drive however you usually drive, it won't make any difference once you get anywhere near London as the motorway traffic will dictate your...

Interested to know why you've chosen to go that route when you can get a brand new vehicle for £13/month extra, and VED would be included in future years in that price.

So fortunately there doesn't appear to be any hidden damage, however, the dealer advises that touch up paint isn't available and suggested that a smart repair might be my best option as they can blend the colour at the time of the repair. This seems like a brush off, the bumper is a painted item...