A Tribute To Special Moms

To all the Moms who listen to the Car Pro Show, and for all our listeners who are lucky enough to have their Moms still, we are pleased to pay tribute to her today, for this Sunday, a day to honor them and be thankful for them. 

Food for thought:  Perhaps the best gift you can give your Mom is not flowers or gift, but instead just tell her how you feel about her.  That’s what these people did and I think you’ll agree, it is compelling:

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  Salute! National Police Week Starts Sunday

At the Car Pro Show, we do our best to honor the police officers who keep us safe every day of the year. On this National Police Week, we thank you and we thank your families.  You leave your homes not knowing if you are coming home later.

In this age where people gun down officers for no apparent reason, we say THANK YOU for what you do.

On a personal note, I have put the black tape over my badge, and attended many officer funerals.  Unless you have done this, you cannot truly understand it.  Thank you for indulging me on this special week.

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  New Feature: Kim Komando's Tech Tip of the Week!

Besides the Car Pro Show and our weekly newsletter, my other favorite radio show and newsletter is Kim Komando’s.  We are on many of the same radio stations across America.  She does for her listeners and newsletter subscribers exactly what I endeavor to do:  Give you useful information to keep you up to date on the latest in cars, only she does it with technology and there is nobody who does it better.  Not sure how she puts out a top-notch newsletter seven days a week, but she does.

I reached out to her and asked if it would be OK to share information with you once a week with a tech tip, and she agreed.  I read her daily newsletter from top to bottom, and when I see info I think you could use, I will put it here to try to make life just a little better for you.

Here’s a shocker you need to know. Replacing the battery in an electric vehicle can set you back up to $50,000. For those of you keeping track at home, that’s more than a brand-new Tesla Model 3. I’m not beating up Tesla; all EV carmakers hope you don’t figure this out.

OK, how long do EV batteries last?

Hmm, 10 years? 20? Nope. According to a Daily Mail investigation, the average EV battery lasts about eight years. After that, there's no hard-and-fast rule for knowing how much time you have left.

Many EVs lose up to 12% of their charge capacity by the sixth year, and some lose even more. Case in point: By the time a Nissan Leaf reaches eight years old, it may have lost up to 20% of its battery life — 99 miles per charge versus the 124 per-charge miles you got while it was new.

Why so pricey?

EV batteries use high-demand metals like nickel, cobalt, lithium and manganese, which are also used in phone and laptop batteries. Plus, you need a specialist to replace them. Most car companies only let you get a replacement at one of their dealerships.

EV batteries typically come with eight-year warranties — but beyond that, to replace it, you’re looking at $16,000 minimum.

If you’re considering an EV or already have one:

• Charge at home. When you can, use a home-based, mains-connected charger (e.g., a wall outlet) compared to a high-speed charger.
• Weather makes a big difference. EVs operate best between 77 and 113 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Colder temps slow down EV batteries. Frigid weather also reduces their charging capacity over time.

Buying a used EV

Most EV battery warranties cover the first eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Make sure you know exactly how much time is left on the EV battery’s warranty and how much it’ll cost to replace it.

Kim’s website is www.komando.com and if you want to get her newsletter daily: www.komando.com/subscribe

   Enter To Win This 'Vette And Help Veterans!

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  U.S. Auto Sales

April 2024 U.S. Auto Sales

Of automakers who report monthly, Toyota led U.S. auto sales in April, with sales up 15 percent year-over-year.

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 Closing Message From Jerry Reynolds

Thank you for reading this edition of the CarPro Weekly, recommending it to your friends and family, and for listening to the CarPro Radio Show. 

We hope you found it to be informative and entertaining. Remember we're always here for you at www.carpro.com.

Until next week, stay safe, don't drink and drive, remember our Troops and public safety officers, and may God Bless.