Arcimoto FUV: In The Rain
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- What is the Arcimoto FUV like to drive in the rain? Won't you get absolutely drenched?? Zack Hurst isn't shy about the prospect of getting wet, so he hopped in the FUV and went for a joy ride in the rain to find out!
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Great content. Thanks
Glad you liked it!
Wow ..amazing great job 👍👍
Thank you so much 😀
Very very nice to watch!!!
Thank you!
@@EVResource really really thank you for just sharing your thoughts about the aricmoto. It is great to see everyday people riding the aricmoto. I would like to own one yet I don't have any room for a third vehicle.
excellently done!
Thank you, sir!
thank u for making this video
You’re welcome Eric! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
That looks cool to drive
VERY fun!!
I love how he focused on the Model S for a quick minute lol thanks for the virtual ride!
It was a color I’d never seen before! 😂😇
Looks like a Fun Utility Vehicle!!! Love this company. Thanks for your review.
Rain or shine, fun is unavoidable!
I love it!
I do too!
Re stopping: I've done an emergency stop in my FUV in an actual emergency and it did *really* well (in slushy snow even!). Thanks to the FUV's three wheels, we have the stability of an automobile during an emergency stop but only 1/3 that of a typical automobile's mass. This means there's only 1/3 of the momentum to dissipate in order to come to a stop. Finally, unlike a car, you have both regenerative braking *and* three wheels of disk brakes. The result is a stable and quick stop in an emergency.
Excellent point Tyler! As you could see, once I learned exactly how much (or how little) of the friction brakes I needed to use, I got a handle on the emergency stopping fairly easily. And I was impressed! The FUV does VERY well.
Would totally buy one if there is a better weather protection.
@@EVResource
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the momentum doesnt matter, since the brakes are always as powerful and scales up to vehicle size
It's 1800 lbs. There used to be cars about that light before we started putting 1500lb batteries in them. I thought the fuv would be like 1000 lbs. Basically an extra heavy 500lb atv with a 500lb battery. Nope 1800 lbs without doors
Really enjoyed your video, the only nitpick I have, and I am digging real deep to find one, I would have loved to watch you backup into the driveway but you cut the video!! haha. Curious how it handles/operates in reverse, seeing out the mirrors etc. Thanks for your review I can only hope it becomes available in NJ in the near future
Reversing definitely took a bit to get used to. Luckily you can just turn your head and look directly behind you. By the end of the two weeks I had with it, it was almost second nature.
There is no blind spot for the mirrors thanks to the mirror spread vs. the tapered body/trunk. It is an easy project to add LED backup lights.
I drive my Arcimoto in the rain often, because I live in OR. I keep a piece of plastic or a plastic grocery store bag in the storage compartment to cover the seat when I need to leave it parked while I shop.
That's a great tip! I was wiping the seat off with my hand and that didn't do as well as covering it with a plastic bag would do. Feel free to share more about your ownership experience!
For a few years I drove the Auto Moto to work in Victoria, British Columbia - which definitely has more rain than Washington or Oregon. It has a much narrower roof line, and only once did I get wet in a storm when it was blowing very hard sideways. No problem if carrying the right gear.
Just gotta be prepared!
I'm glad you said you were in Richmond. I was watching this video thinking it looks like Virginia, and really wanted to know if I was right 😀
Yup! Based in Richmond and most of my tests are done here. 👍👍
Good rain review. For Canada it looks like it would be good for 3 seasons.
Yeah, I wouldn’t ride this in Canadian winters!
I do love how well it does in the rain despite being open-sided. Would still prefer canvas or plastic sides as an option for the more extreme weather. There are many stop lights in my area and we get frequent rainstorms accompanied by wind, so I picture being drenched occasionally at least at a stop. Been caught in the rain many times here, and even with cover its often had to avoid being soaked. Love the vehicle, but I'd have to get canvas doors made if I bought one. Great review!
Good news, they’ve started to make the west coast style half doors! Those would definitely help.
@@EVResource why not a full door with window
It would be good doing a DIY cover.
I think that they're working on that. I'm not sure how difficult it is, but then again I'm not an engineer.
I know of a couple people who have done just that!
Great. wish I could afford one because I would!
Me too!
Awesome! They should get together with Best top and do something like a jeep style doors for it.
They are currently shipping “west coast style” half doors as an option!
It’s so fun being soaked and cold.
I’ll tell you what: Please bring one to our house and in January and drive the 5 miles down the mountain into town when it’s around 10 degrees F with about 2” to a foot of snow on the road and tell me how much “FUN” you’re having.
Starting in late October we’ve got our heated seats and steering wheels on and we don’t turn them off until mid April.
Yeah, umm… no. That is NOT the use case for the FUV. Absolutely not.
@@EVResource 🤣 Well you said it was Fun
I mean… more fun than any other vehicle I’ve ever driven. Even in a light rain. 10 degrees and 2ft of snow??? No thank you. 😂
I have had my FUV for about six months and have driven in the rain several times with no problem. The FUV is much dryer and as you say has less wind than a motorcycle. I live in the deep southeast, which has frequent thunderstorms. If you get hit with one of these, a strong side wind will soak you.
Hey Chris! Thanks for adding to the conversation. I'm happy to hear about your own experience with the FUV. Question though... would you drive it year round? Or are there some cases where it's just too rainy or windy?
@@EVResource I live in north Florida, so I am able to drive/ride all year. I use my FUV for local trips. A few times when it was really cold or rainy I used my 17 year old van. In my semi-rural area, people do walk up an ask about the FUV. I like to say that I get 100 miles on $4 of electricity. Have to admit that at stop lights I like to accelerate ahead of other traffic (after checking Left and right). I did make one mistake. In a pasture I left the brakes on. Before I realized my mistake, I had plowed a hundred yard furrow with my back tire locked. Now that is torque.
Long way into the future, but an Arcimoto with full doors would be (so) popular in Europe and UK; at a guess, especially in Italy, the land of the Vesper & many a narrow street or alleyway.
Completely agree!
I know. No option for full doors basically cuts out half the potential market, maybe even more. I am sure it will be a future option.
I live in Williamsburg, VA and just love this vehicle!! Do you know when it will be approved in VA? How did you get this? Please let me know because I really want one to tool around Williamsburg!
Hey Brian! There’s no official date for VA, but I’m working hard with some other people to make it happen as soon as possible (I want one too!!)
Make sure you follow EV Resource on social media. As soon as Arcimoto is approved for VA I’ll be putting the info out there!
I would also love this also for my Gloucester to Williamsburg commute
I was really excited when you mentioned Richmond VA! I live in Richmond and am very familiar with many of the roads and landmarks on your test drive. I could use one of these definitely. 😀😀😀
I had the XY150ZK which is a 150cc scooter with two driven rear wheels and one in the front. It was a blast driving in the Chicago winter even at -20°F (although at that temperature the spark plug cable snapped). But it was super fun driving in the snow. I imagine FUV with front wheel drive will be a piece of cake driving in the snow.
Neat!
I like the concept, but the range just not there. Once they get the range around 300 miles, some type of enclosed canopy keep the rain out. This would make a good commuter EV. And nice rides in the park or a long drive in the country.
Yeah, that would make the price up close to $35,000-$45,000 I’d imagine. I haven’t gotten the impression that they’re looking to be in that space.
Maybe if they’re successful they can work out a second, bigger model that hits those numbers.
Imagine the car next to you hitting a puddle! DRENCHED!
Oh yes. No doubt! Those half-doors they have now would definitely help with that situation… or a rain suit. 😂👍
In AZ it would have to have a tinted top. Having a clear top would really cook ya! But I do like how it’s made. I wished they would hurry up with the AC and doors, cause I’m 67 and I’d be to old to have fun riding one of those.
I totally agree!
I'm 70 and have no interest in doors or climate control. I tinted my roof and brow and ventilated the seats. This is not a car but it is the most safe and comfortable autocycle ever made. None of the other one billion scooters and motorcycles on Earth have nearly as much comfort and weather protection.
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That’s another interesting three wheeler!
I try to visualize being on a 2 lane road, 65 mph, going past a semi going about 70 going the other way, in the rain. In my normal car it's a total white out for a few seconds - dirty water at that. Thx
I can only speculate about that type of experience. Certainly I would expect a lot of water to come in from the sides. But I wouldn't expect that there would be much of an issue with forward visibility. This is something that I will likely never find out personally. Hopefully, if there are any FUV owners that read this, they can chime in with their experiences.
@@EVResource thank you for responding. I know that in a normal car, in Winter, I usually have to give the windshield a squirt of washer fluid as well. I would love a FUV even if there were days you would have to leave it home - like motorcyclists do.
We live in the PNW and we get a lot of rain and snow
You should drive to Eugene, OR and visit Arcimoto in person!
@@EVResource Why?
If they aren’t warm and can’t keep me dry, then I’d freeze before I got down the mountain and into town 5 miles away.
And I’m quite sure that they don’t do well with our 5-7 feet of snow that we get every winter
Having in person experience is valuable.
But only if you’d want to, otherwise don’t waste your time.
Looks nice and I would get one if they did sell these in California, but I wonder about cost to license, and insurance. I would not commute too far from home on it. Nor on freeway.
They do sell them for California. You can go to the Arcimoto website and see the states listed under the FAQ section.
www.arcimoto.com/faq
Does it have a window washer reservoir.? Thanks
Yes it does! Right under the front panel below the windshield.
Do they have any dealers in the east coast and/or mid west?
No dealers. Just direct from the company. When you order one, then you can arrange shipping to where you are from the factory in OR.
I love the vehicle. But I did notice one thing that you glossed over. You hit a puddle and the water splashed up inside the frame. You said that other than that no water was getting in from the tires. When you turn on a curve, as any cyclist can attest, the water off the back of the tire will be thrown straight back and onto the passenger on every turn.
Yeah, rear passengers would get wet for sure. They have started to make west coast style half doors that would definitely help.
It’s much better than getting wet in a motorcycle for sure 😂and less motor noise without the lost of some of that loud environment noise
It really is amazing
How about fully enclosure doors?
Wouldn’t that be something? Maybe they’ll make that someday.
I have an eBike and don’t need any battery assistance on the way into town. It’s literally down the mountain all the way down to town, 5 miles away. But coming back up the mountain to our house, I need battery assistance, especially on the steep areas.
If our gasoline powered vehicles were manual transmissions, I could put them into neutral and kill the engine and coast all the way into town and would hit speeds around 45mph.
I’d be afraid that I’d get too cold before getting into town as our winter daytime temperatures are around 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Also we get 5-7 feet of snow every winter and if the county hasn’t plowed the roads yet, it simply wouldn’t make it.
Thankfully we drive an Outback and Forester. Our pickup is also a 4WD.
Sounds like fun!
Anyone know what kind of license you'd need for this is Canada? I want on of these BAD!!!
Hmmmm... That's a great question! I'm going to assume it would be classified as a motorcycle... and if so, then I found this:
www.rideapart.com/news/633260/canada-motorcycle-international-travel-guide/
Hello dear friend you should cover all of the ebike archi motor respectfully 😊
I’d love to have more time with the Arcimoto vehicles!
dumb question - is it waterproof?
There are no dumb questions here! The FUV is designed to withstand getting wet. That being said, I wouldn’t go trying to drive it under water!
I thought they had a model with side enclosures?
They offer half doors as an option now, but there is no full enclosure at this time.
Do you need a driving license for this Arcimoto ? and how much does it cost?
Absolutely need a drivers license. Depending on what state you live in you may need a motorcycle license as well.
Pricing for the FUV currently starts at $17,900 but the company has said they intend on lowering the price once the start full production.
What about splashes from a passing vehicle? No doors is a deal breaker anywhere they have a winter.
The half doors would definitely come in handy!
Next time you do a rain test, do it in your sunday best.
Great idea!
I shudder at the wind chill factor in a semi opened car (or is it semi covered motorbike?), with or without the rain.
Bundle up Thomas! You definitely feel it.
if you wear gear its fine
Practically no wind at all behind the wrap around windshield and roof. You get heated seats, heated hand grips and defroster. This is an autocycle.
Are these legal to drive in San Antonio Texas?
My understanding is that these would be registered as a motorcycle and require a motorcycle license under current Texas law. Hopefully, in the future, Texas will follow some of the other states that are passing laws to classify the Arcimoto vehicles as Autocycles and not require a motorcycle license.
Doesnt arcimoto have side panels?
The west coast style half doors are an option. They were not on this particular unit.
How fast are you going
The speed limits are 45 on most of the streets. So I would have been going from 0-50mph
He drives fast.
Sometimes yes.
Judging by the price of Archimoto, it makes sense that the manufacturer should have designed rain protection that covers the complete sides, especially in states like Florida. 🤨
Very true
I wish we had these in the uk. I love um, ❤
I think they’d do REALLY well in the UK! Especially the other variations built on the same platform like the Deliverator and the Flatbed.
What is the top speed
The company says 75mph. I took one to a little over 80mph.
How can i buy one in thailand ?
Great question! You’d probably have to buy one and have it imported.
Does this have swappable batteries?
Nope.
Any idea about price?
Yup! Currently the FUV sells for $17,900 in available markets/states. Mark Frohnmayer (CEO) has said that their aim is to get pricing down below $15k when they are at mass production.
Anyone tried riding this in the snow? Like -25 Celsius? Ice and snow?
I don’t know that you’d want to drive in those conditions! I do know the official Arcimoto TH-cam channel has a video of driving with snow on the ground.
Available in Texas?
The Arcimoto website has this written in the FAQ section:
“The Arcimoto FUV is now delivering to customers in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington, and Washington D.C., with more states coming soon.”
Texas finally changed the laws that were preventing sales there. The official date is fall of 2023 but you could order one now.
Is there a high or low or mid rollover risk?
There is very little rollover risk. I know this from pushing it to the limit on the track. I was able to lift one of the wheels, but even then, the FUV was stable and I was able to recover quickly. The factors that help with stability are the two wheels in front (vs. in the rear like some three-wheeled vehicles) and having the battery very low to provide a low center of gravity. There was never any time, even with quite spirited driving, that I felt a risk of rollover.
But did u buy it?????
No. It’s a bit too expensive for my family at the moment. But I got to tell you, it’s something I think about often!
What is cost of Arcomotto
Currently the FUV starts at $17,900. They have said they plan on lowering the price when the reach volume production.
i stay dry at speed
its going very slow that the wind can blow water in
No surprise there!
how do you brake?????????
Braking is done with your right foot to activate the disc friction brakes. There is also a trigger on the right handlebar for regenerative braking using the electric motors.
@@EVResource can you use both at once, or do you have to use one only?
Yes, you can absolutely use both at once. When I was driving, I would regen as much as I could and then added the friction brakes to come to a complete stop.
It seems really noisy once you’re up to speed. Can a person listen to music or talk to the passenger behind with out turning the music up to blast or yelling? Music is a big part of my vehicle experience so not having a decent sound system (or even the ability to hear through my ear buds) could be a deal breaker.
Generally, it’s better than traditional motorcycles, worse than a car.
The wrap around windshield does more than one thing. It prevents loud wind rumble in your ears if you wear no helmet and between that and the rear trunk bulkhead there is a bit of an acoustic tunnel so driver and passenger can talk pretty easy. The FUV comes standard with a bluetooth linked stereo that works off your phone. It is loud enough to satisfy most owners.
Looks like a good product except for safety. That’s still a blur to me since there’s not much content on safety tests.
When it comes to safety, the FUV meets the performance requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for a motorcycle. And in my own opinion, it would be safer than most two-wheeled motorcycles because of the increased stability, ease of driving, and of course the double seat belt and roll cage!
You can find out more about the safety features of the FUV here: www.arcimoto.com/safety
Yeah but, what about the passenger which is further back ?
Yeah, the back seat passenger would get drenched. This is where the half doors, or eventual full enclosure would come in handy. Or not! I rode motorcycles in the pouring rain before and got drenched. Never really bothered me much. Maybe I’m just different.
@@EVResource
Being a long time motorcyclists, I too can tolerate these situations.
But generally, the passenger is not, how should I say, as much enthusiastic.
I understand, it's not an issue for everyone, but it maybe a deal breaker for many for personal use because, we don't all live in California.
But can you justify the price
Nope. That’s why I currently don’t own one yet. But if I had “extra” money then I’d buy one in a heartbeat!
They need an options for plastic roll down windows so you don’t get wet
Definitely. I’ve actually been thinking of designing some myself similar to what you’d find on the rear of a Jeep Wrangler.
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Thank you!
Any side winds will throw the whole scheme off. Can't they just make full-window doors, or is it a weight issue?
They are making half doors currently and have plans for full enclosure coming down the road
Side winds while you are driving are not a factor, the front wind pressure keeps us dry. Less so for a passenger.
You know if Mark stopped trying to be 100% battery put a 250cc generator pack and 5 gal of gas on the back, call it a Hybrid it would go much much farther and be a better investment for an owner. But as nice and "fun" as it is it's not going very far from the house at hwy speed.
To be completely honest, I think if they widened the frame just a little bit, they could fit a battery battery pack, AND all of the hardware needed for fast charging. If they improved range to 150 miles of mixed driving, AND had 50kW fast charging… it would be a LOT better.
I'm from Malaysia.
Is it possible to charge the batteries while riding using solar power or gasoline generator? This is very useful when riding long distance when you will not be able to find a kiosk providing EV charging facility.
A solar panel can be installed on the roof.
Dunno. That would be cool though!
Burning gasoline is the exact thing this design is meant to avoid. Very damaging! The small roof would only hold 200 watts worth of solar panels but we need at least 1,500 watts of panels to charge the large capacity battery. For long distance it is no longer acceptable to use privately owned personal vehicles. Take a bus or train or just don't go.
I would definitely want to have full doors and roll-down windows
Sounds like you’re not interested in motorcycles…
Out of curiosity, why do you want those things?
@@EVResource actually I love my motorcycles. I see the Arcimoto as a middle ground to both a car and motorcycle and I’d rather drive it everyday instead of my car but I want the cabin to be insulated since it’s a lot more practical for daily use.
I can understand that. But if you want comfort and isolation from the elements, the FUV might not be the first choice for vehicle
You can get a used Leaf (with much greater safety, security, comfort, storage) for 1/2 the price
True! However I think you’re comparing apples to oranges. What you wouldn’t get buying a Leaf is the same experience. Having driven both, I can tell you that the Leaf is quite boring. Much more practical… but very very boring.
This however is quite the opposite! And that is the reason people buy the FUV. They’re not buying one because of the comfort, storage, security, etc…
I live in VT and found out Arcimoto refuses to sell me one. I found out it'll be "soon". What is soon? 5 days or 5 years.
The company is taking a stepped approach to ramping production and as a result focusing on areas with more demand first.
Vermont is likely to not see availability for a while. I’m in Virginia, and it’s not available here either.
@@EVResource - Makes no sense to me. Why can't you or I buy one and they ship it to us? I can buy a car in OR and have it shipped to me, Arcimoto should be able to do the same.
@@billsmith5960 No. You are not being fair and honest. New designs that employ proprietary software need updates and patches. Warranty work can only be done by an Arcimoto tech. Recall actions need attention. You absolutely would regret it if you bought it outside of a supported state. The few who did are left hanging.
It is getting closer - " Starting today, we are now accepting vehicle orders from customers in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Georgia, and Washington D.C."
Where is the Spare Tire ???
No spare tire.
What's it like in a T-Bone collision?
Better than a motorcycle!
...SORTA LIKE ANY OTHER COLLISION ...YOU STILL HAVE TO GET IT REPAIRED.
@@EVResource fair point
The first documented t-bone at 35 mph already happened. The roll cage's center post rammed through the car's bumper into its engine block without bending. The FUV was toppled over BUT the driver walked away with only bruises, wearing no helmet. Now think about this same incident with a motorcycle. The harness/cage combo is effective without doors containing steel beams like cars require.
@@popeyegordon Interesting info. TY
Can't r wait for my Aptera
I’ve got one on order too.
Since you deem rudeness is acceptable here I will now go to an Aptera video and praise how great my FUV is.
If you want a real test, take it to Scotland, where the rain frequently falls parallel to the ground, a LOT.
Omg. If rain is coming in from the sides you would definitely get wet! Are there a lot of motorcycle riders in Scotland? Maybe take the car on those days… 😂
@@EVResource The west coast is pretty wet. On my visits, I've been 'soaked to the skin' more than once.
Transferring from the train at Saltcoats to my mate's car, I looked like a drowned rat - thanks to the horizontal rain.
When I'm up there, I don't see a lot of bikers. There are better/drier places for two wheels.
But then, there's only the North Atlantic, between the North American continent and the west coast of Scotland.
I would definitely want a fully enclosed version in that climate!
@@elmonte5lim Above 30 mph, not one drop of rain hits the driver.
Only unavoidable is a traffic light stop with a puddle side splash from side.
For sure. I can’t wait to test with the half doors. I can only assume they help with this!
Can I get one with a 800cc parallel twin?
No, but you could always do a conversion! 😂
@@EVResource No he could not. Please don't engage with trolls who know this design is for stopping fossil fuel use.
can this thing tow?
Tow? Sure, I suppose it could be modified. Bicycles can tow, and this has a lot more power than that.
I wouldn’t go towing a boat or anything big though!
No. Not designed for that. But it gets towed in small trailers behind motorhomes.
Nice ! A tropical downpour would test if it could float …
Somebody else will have to do the “float test”!! Or maybe if I found a good wetsuit…
@@EVResource 😆
Oh for shits sake, who is going to want to drive this in the rain?! Getting soaked and chilled isn’t fun, it’s miserable. This is a great vehicle, but they need damn doors!
Me!! Didn’t really get wet at all!
Doors are in the works.
A billion motorcycles have no doors. Man up. Fact - in rain only my elbows get wet at low speeds. Fact - above 30 mph the front air pressure wave keeps the driver bone dry.
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There should be an option to put on doors as most side by side companies have. Doors would allow to take my dog with me.
They have started to make west coast style half doors. That will help a lot. I know of one person that does take their dog with them!
A nylon pet cage works for some owners.
Good point! (I'm reminded of the joke about throwing your dog in the trunk of your car, versus tossing you "Best Girl" in there. An Arcimoto would be "well-Loved" by your K9, for sure.)
So when a car or truck passes You they can splash You.
Of course! I don’t know of a motorcycle that isn’t susceptible to this… well, maybe some enclosed models, but then you take a lot of the fun from the experience!
@@EVResource Getting drenched and blinded by a bus or truck is not fun or safe, it's an accident ready to happen.
Then don’t drive it in those conditions.
@@EVResource Florida it rains when You're the least expected it.
I lived in FL (gulf coast) for many years and lived without a car. Only had motorcycles! So I completely understand those conditions.
Maybe I’m one of the crazy ones, but I’d drive the FUV year round in FL without a second thought!
Where is the freaking persu v3????......7 years and still waiting.
Hey Ima! The Persu V3 is/was a vehicle concept by a different company. Similar to the Carver (UK based), but I don’t think it ever made it to production.
The Arcimoto FUV is currently in production and is better in almost every way!
Nobody talks about the price ... it must be very expensive !
Check out my 5 things video… I address price directly!
Everybody talks about the price, that is the number one baseless complaint in video comments. In 2022 the average price of an EV in the US is $66,000. The FUV has a $17,900 base price.
You need doors to keep heat in cold climates ..
Or more clothes. I’m not aware of many motorcycles that come with doors!
Here is an unusual request coming from central Canada.
Can you test this vehicle on totally potholed garbage roads?
The dis-infrastructure of Manitoba is beyond any reasonable standard in the West.
The roads are so bad they've become dangerous even for a dirt capable motorcycle.
Cars blow tires off on the potholes.
The last bicycle and trike I've purchased both have massive fat tires to handle our dis-infrastructure.
Wow, what an awesome idea. If I get the opportunity, I’ll definitely find out how well it does.
This is not an off road vehicle.
@@popeyegordon The dis-infrastructure in my area is so crappy that I am speaking of on-road tribulations.
And if you don't believe me then schedule a trip to Manitoba Canada
It's worse than off road
@@rawdata7175 That means you should buy based on suitability for poor roads. This is not that. Low ground clearance. And it won't be marketed to Canada for at least 3 years more.
I’ll think about it when they get windows for winter…
Soon I hope! It does get chilly if you’re not wearing many layers of clothes.
Just put covers on it
People have done just that! 👍
You couldn't be cold with all that gear on.
I was riding in 30-40 degree weather and rain. No problem!
Not really thought out is it.. it needs doors...
They have started making west coast style half doors. But think of the FUVas a motorcycle… not a car!
30 mph wind at a stop sign? Blowing in from your side? Kinda wet. Lol
In those conditions, absolutely wet!
If u dress for rain like a snowmobiler for snow, I guess it's no big deal
Invest in a bottle of Rain-X
What for? The windshield wiper did a good enough job…
@@EVResource I drove a hundred miles in the pouring rain with no wipers that's why
@@gumballbreath9466 Be careful to always say 'Rain-x for plastic'. The original formula will ruin plastic windsheids. My wiper is very effective and the windshield is top quality scratch resistant. No need to treat it.
This is not an all weather vehicle for Minnesota.
No, probably not!! Minnesota is a very different beast from Virginia.
@@EVResource but Minnesota is a ripe market, let’s go Arcimoto.
You are right about that. Right now I am in the Netherlands. Talk about a ripe market, though I don’t know how you get us products into the EU.
@@GladmanNow A snowmobile is not an all weather vehicle for Florida.
All Tesla models have side cams even the 2012.
Hi Ferine! After doing some digging, I discovered the following webpage that explains the differences between AP1 and AP2. If I'm reading this correctly it does say that there were no side repeater cameras on the early Tesla Models.
www.autopilotreview.com/tesla-autopilot-v1-v2-v3-and-beyond-differences/
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Tesas are wasteful abominations. Just grossly over powered status symbols. One Tesla contains the materials to make four right-sized FUVs.
Cue the tumbleweeds.
All readers - flag the troll for harassment. He has been attacking many Arcimoto videos with much more disgusting things than this. Arcimoto is still selling vehicles, renting and fixing them. They are now finishing their 2023 model changes for production. There are now over 500 happy owners.
Not quite yet. They do have a lot that needs to go right, but they’re still chugging along for now!
Just buY A CaR.
What I liked most about the FUV is that it allows for the fun and experience of riding a motorcycle without having to worry about a lot of the unpleasant experiences of riding a motorcycle.
And yes, sure, you could buy a car. But, aside from that comparing apples to oranges, the one thing about cars are that you lose that connectedness with the world around you. With the FUV you're not detached from your environment. You can hear, smell, and see everything around you in a way that driving in a car just cannot provide.
To each their own though. For me... if I owned an FUV, Id' want to drive it as much as possible!
I have a motorcycle, I drive my truck when it rains, snows or is cold.
That's not rain, that's a drizzle. If I can't use my arcimoto on a pouring rain, then it's a bad investment. The passenger would be soaking wet.
Passenger would definitely be soaked.
I worked with what I had. I would have loved if it would have rained harder!
Buy the version with doors. Problem solved.