This has officially become our go-to supercharger stop whenever we're in Carpinteria. There are…read moreplenty of charging stalls, so we've never had to wait long. What really makes this spot great though is the location because it's right in the middle of a bunch of good food options. Our favorite? Dargan's Irish Pub, just downstairs from the parking lot. It's super convenient, and when they first open, it's nice and quiet, perfect if you want to get a little work done, sip a drink, or just chill with some apps while your car powers up. Honestly, it's more than just a charging stop now because it's part of our road trip ritual.

Downtown Santa Barbara has FINALLY stepped up its game and got a Tesla Supercharger. Woohoo! It is…read morelocated in the public city Ortega lot #10 at Ortega and Anacapa on the third level. As with almost all city lots here, it's free for the first 75 minutes, then $2 per hour there after. There are 12 charging ports with speeds up to 250 kWh. The garage is half a block from downtown's State Street with Paseo Nuevo and all the shopping/dining options. I have a feeling it's going to be a busy option since there's usually only 3-5 available chargers on a Saturday. Great for the city and drivers!

Probably the last place on earth you ever want to go to buy anything for your car. Staff was clock…read morewatching like it was New Year's Eve "Come back later". No thanks I'll pass

Bottom Line: This is just a good auto parts store…read more I have gone to these guys over the years for different things. The other day I went in there to research an alternator for a car that i was trying to flip and they just made it super easy. - oh this is the alternator that you need? We can have it here by 10am. Yes I know its 7.30am, it'll be here in three hours. so I ordered it through them and sure enough they called me when it came in. They guys are always helpful and they are open soul-crushingly late. If it's 8.45pm and I just *have* to go grab some oil and a some floor mats, they are still open... which is fantastic and terrible

We purchased a Living Vehicle HD24 PRO in 2023 after extensive discussions and reliance on an…read moreestimated delivery timeline provided at the time of contract. While the design concept is compelling, our experience was marked by prolonged delays, incomplete delivery, and communication issues that prospective buyers should be aware of. Despite making all required payments on time, delivery extended well beyond the original estimate. We later learned--only after contacting third-party manufacturers ourselves--that some of the delays were caused by internal payment and coordination issues that were not disclosed to us during the process. The unit was ultimately delivered incomplete, requiring substantial third-party work at our own expense to finish essential systems. Additional delays occurred even after Living Vehicle agreed to assist with resale. We are currently pursuing resolution through the contract's mediation and arbitration process. We are sharing this experience so other consumers can make informed decisions, ask detailed questions up front, and plan carefully for timelines and completion responsibilities. We recommend that prospective buyers document all representations in writing, clarify how subcontractors are paid, and budget for delays beyond initial estimates.

The Ultimate Off Grid Travel Trailer…read more If you're looking for the ultimate off grid travel trailer, don't even look elsewhere... why? Read on! It's always been a dream of mine to drive around the country visiting the National Parks and remote locations with my dog. My father and I used to hike to remote locations where no else was around for miles, so my #1 requirement was a trailer I could take off the beaten path and survive as long as possible without needing to go back into civilization. I knew I didn't want to be in campgrounds, parking lots or KOA's. Sometime in 2018 I started searching the web for "off grid travel trailers" and I remember Living Vehicle popping up in my search results. This looked like the ultimate dream trailer, but I made myself click away when I saw configurations pricing out as much as a real home. I looked at Earth Roamer - they looked cool, but didn't have the tank capacities or maneuverability, and many said they spent more time being repaired than being used. Then I came across the Black Series HQ19, a compact off road travel trailer at a decent price. I took the plunge to see if I really would like this 'off grid' camping experience enough to invest further. After a few trips I was hooked. I was able to last a few days with short showers and a generator... but it soon became apparent I wanted to stay off grid longer than this fun trailer could last... it didn't have the tank or power capacities needed, and even though it was just me and Logan, it felt cramped and uncomfortable to 'live in' for a long period of time I found myself staring at the Living Vehicle website again, and decided to reach out to Matthew and Joanna to see about finally getting my dream. I don't have much patience for ordering and waiting, but as luck would have it, a pre-ordered vehicle was coming available. It's been the best purchase of my life. Everyone who steps inside is in awe. Every little detail has been thought out. The moment it was delivered I took it on a 6 week journey through the Tetons, Yellowstone, Glacier, into Canada through Banff, and then back. Not once during those 6 weeks did I feel cramped or uncomfortable. It's like living in a small apartment (some friends have commented it's more spacious than their New York apartment!). I had a dishwasher, washer and dryer, and a spa bathroom. Instead of feeling the need to get home, I actually felt the opposite, I didn't want to go home, I wanted to stay driving around with my Living Vehicle even longer. I opted for the "Mobile Office" configuration because I wanted to be able to work off grid and feel like I had my full office with me. I have two monitors, speakers, and Starlink with internet as fast as home. I can work in the morning, hike in the afternoon, and chill with Logan on the bed at night watching movies in the home theater. Since a kid I've been fascinated with campers, trailers, and RV's, always wanting one... I've had the opportunity to consider and look at RV's and motorhomes, trailers - you name it. I'm convinced the Living Vehicle is the perfect balance of size, portability, and versatility. With a motor home you're stuck in one big huge vehicle you can't take a lot of places. I can pull my Living Vehicle almost anywhere, detach, and run an errand if I need to in the truck I'm happy to report that the very few times I've needed assistance with something (there is always going to be a part that breaks or comes loose in pulling a trailer miles around the country), the team at Living Vehicle has answered every call on the first ring and even sent parts overnight with no questions asked. Their service department is second to none with feature requests and repairs. In my year owning the Living Vehicle we've come to feel like we're part of a family. I can even see myself retiring in the future, selling my home, and living full time travelling around the country in my Living Vehicle - really LIVING in a VEHICLE. I can't recommend it enough!

I recently interacted with the dealerships finance manager for the purposes of purchasing an…read moreextended Ford premium care warranty. I live about 90 miles away, but always had a feeling that Vreeland Ford would provide me with great small town service. I must say that I was not disappointed. In fact, I was very impressed, enough in fact, to write this review. Working with the finance manager Jenevieve Strommen was totally pain-free and totally professional. My experience in the past with finance managers has been somewhat less than satisfactory. I always got the feeling they felt they were doing me a favor. This is certainly not the case at Jim Vreeland Ford. I recommend that if you're looking for a new or used car or service on your current car do yourself a favor and try out Vreeland Ford. I will purchase my next vehicle there!

Renting a car was such an easy process. The staff is SO kind and helpful!! They even dropped off…read moreand picked up the car for us. The car was clean. Great communication and great customer service. Highly recommend!!

Great downtown location with easy pull-in off Haley to the back of the building parking. Ryan and…read morehis technician were friendly and patient in handling my endless questions and requests. Ryan helped me source incredibly difficult parts, some from Italy . They accommodated every request at a reasonable time, especially considering I dropped off my Vespa the same day I called him. Excellent work at a fair price. Highly Recommended!

Great team that works with you from sales to service. Trustworthy and honest. The best scooter…read moresales and service in Santa Barbara County. Try them, you will not regret it!

When I got my 2014 Tesla, I was told in very clear language that I would receive free supercharging…read morefor the life of the car. When I went to the supercharger in Ojai, CA I was billed $4.50 "charging fee" the very moment I plugged in. So my question is, was I lied to when I got the car, or am I being taken advantage of by the city of Ojai?

I'm perplexed why this Tesla Supercharger gets such negative reviews. The only foreseeable reason…read morefor negative reviews (hence my deduction of one star) is that the maximum charging speed is 72 kW. Yet, you're up in the mountains for gosh sake! While you're not right in the heart of downtown Ojai, there is Cafe Boku and Topa Mountain Winery within a close walking distance. There are also regular EV chargers for non-Tesla vehicles. A pretty place to charge up, plus free WiFi and clean restrooms at Cafe Boku.

i brought my mercedes in because there was a problem. They updated the software and charged me for…read moreit. when i left the dealership the problem came back. They refused to refund the money.

When service does not even bother to return your calls about a problem with your current Mercedes,…read morewhy would you ever consider buying a new one from them?

If you're car shopping and want someone who actually feels like a human being instead of a walking…read moresales script, ask for Ruben at Rio Vista Chevrolet in Buellton. We met Ruben early on while just doing some preliminary shopping, and he immediately stood out. He's incredibly thoughtful, genuinely knowledgeable, and just easy to talk to. No pressure, no weird sales tactics, no "let me go talk to my manager" theatrics every five minutes. Just a real, down-to-earth guy who knows his stuff and respects your process. What we appreciated most is that he listened. He didn't try to steer us into something we didn't want or rush us into a decision. He answered questions honestly, gave helpful insight, and made the whole experience feel comfortable instead of stressful. In a world where car buying can feel like navigating a maze with hidden traps, Ruben is the straight path. If you want a smooth, no-nonsense experience with someone you can actually trust, he's your guy.

Had an absolutely great experience buying my truck at this dealership, i called couple of days…read morebefore going since it was about a two hour drive for me. I spoke with daisy and she was great, she has a great attitude answered all the questions i had and was very transparent. even offered to send me an out the door price if i was interested. When i got to the dealership everything went smooth, there was no markup price , no extra fees and did not feel any type of pressure that i had to buy the truck. Over all i had a great experience, i would highly recommend this dealership and ask for daisy if you want an easy no pressure truck buying experience. Overall 10/10