CARB workshop #2 ...

[Bruce EVangel Parmenter <brucedp@yahoo.com>]

I got up at 5am, on the highway by 6am, arrived
35 miles later by 7:40am to find a couple of EVs
already there.

I got plugged in right away in anticipation that 
others will need more of charge and I will be 
moved/bumped.

A lot of suits and ties were there, but not much media.
The formal PR announcement occurred on time
 http://geocities.com/brucedp/000531-004.jpg

The EV drivers held their posters stating to save the 
mandate http://geocities.com/brucedp/000531-024.jpg

After the quicky PR speech, all adjourned to the 
Auditorium
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Again the sides divided, (from the rear)
EV drivers/pro EV on the left side
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Oil/Auto on the right side
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The auditorium was packed. People had to stand in the 
back to listen to all the speakers. A few pro EV 
speakers were allowed first. 

Basically, "we like EVs, we want them, none are
available, we can't get them, automakers: make more"

Costco spokes person stated how they felt good
about their EV installations. 'We don't advertise. This 
is a perfect marriage or PR and consumer responsiveness,
being sensitive to the community needs. We are in a 
perfect position to offer EV charging. We are near a 
highway, we are everywhere, and it is good for our business
too.'

The Warner Bros. Spokeswoman stated 'we want them, we 
can't get them, automakers stop talking and make more'.

Then the Automaker's were give time to speak. Ken Stewart
(sharp/slick looking manager appearance) stated, 'we tried
to sell/lease them, but nobody wanted them'.

Honda stated 'We make a great EV, but nobody wanted them'.

...
I had to take a break. I guess I didn't want to hear any
more lies from the automakers, and got up.

But, I will have to dive in again soon. I just thought
you would apprieciate me popping my head up for a few
words before I go back.

Besides, since I had to get up early, I will need to crash
early, so I thought I would POST this now.

 -BruceDP@iname.com  EV List Editor
  (images are in a temporary location. Later, look for 
   them linked on my main web site)

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