My pleasure Roy.

I've only driven an EV, a Tesla, a couple of times. I didn't think I would like it but after about an hour I was hooked! The only overall problem is still the lack of charging stations, though they are building them everywhere now. However, unlike a gas powered engine that takes maybe a few minutes to fill the tank to full, it takes 20-30 minutes to fully recharge an EV. If I were to buy an alternate powered vehicle it would be a hybrid like a Toyota Prius. I don't feel comfortable relying solely on battery power.

Solar Power is HUGE here in New Jersey and it has reduced our electric bills. We really don't have many Solar Power Fields covering our landscape. Many places have solar panel roofs, covered parking lots at malls and other large parking areas. NJ has had solar since 2005 and we're like the 3rd leading state in the U.S. that uses solar. It's so cheap! I am not a fan of the big wind farms we have off the coast in the Atlantic, quite unsightly. Fortunately I don't live by the shore.

Have a great week!

It's a pleasure, Rob!

I'm told that electric cars are very quick, but I do quite like something with an engine on, whether it's a car, tractor or whatever, but I do understand where you're coming from! The charging issue is a big thing, it's okay if you can charge at home, here in the UK, but charging at a station is expensive and time-consuming.

I know of a man who had an electric car, as a tax incentive, which are good here in the UK, but he has now sold his business and has gone back to a diesel Audi. He said it would cost him about £70 to recharge the electric car, which was 250 miles, whereas, the diesel Audi would cost about £60 for 500 miles. That's a huge difference.

A friend of mine brought an electric Jaguar two years ago, it cost around £80,000, two years later, he can buy the same car, brand-new for £50,000, that's a huge loss. A friend of mine has just purchased an electric Audi, he has solar panels to charge the car. The car is three years old, it cost £73,000 new, he paid £25,000, which again, is a huge loss for the original owner. Basically, my friend can charge his car for free, but I appreciate there is the initial cost of installing solar panels and batteries, etc.

It makes a lot of sense to me for people to have panels on their roof and offices, etc. A customer I worked for built an eco-house, the roof was actually one big solar panel, so the whole roof was creating electricity. I must admit that sounds quite a good idea. I don't think, from what I understand, Rob, that the wind generators are all that efficient.

Anyway, it's an interesting subject.

Have a great day.

Roy

There is an often overlooked source in your field, but some find it risque and this is CBD/THC Coffees. It is a growing niche.

Thanks Michael. I had not thought of CBD or THC coffees before. I can see how it is growing but for me it feels a bit risky and not the best fit for the brand I am building.

I appreciate you bringing it up because it is always interesting to hear different perspectives on what niches people are noticing.

Sonia

Sure thing, figured I'd at least mention it as it does align with coffee.

Michael

You are welcome Sonia. I was quite surprised that Harley-Davidson had an affiliate program and was even more surprised that they made and sold electric motorcycles for adults and bicycles for kids, in addition to branded clothing and accessories.

As for your niche...

I have a suggestion of a high-ticket item for your website that I've seen selling for over $2000. There's a professional grade home coffee roaster by Hottop. Though several companies sell this roaster, the company Prima Coffee Equipment has an affiliate program.

https://prima-coffee.com/prep/roasting

The above link is to their Roaster page and they sell two different models of Hottop roasters for $1650 and $2150. Scroll down to the sitemap area at the bottom of their page and you will see their Affiliate Program link. I hope this helps you out.

Thanks so much for the suggestion. I had not thought about professional home roasters as a high-ticket option but you are right, it makes a lot of sense with more people wanting that specialty coffee experience at home.

Prima Coffee looks like a great resource, so I’ll definitely check it out. I really appreciate you taking the time to share this with me, it gave me something new to think about for my brand.

Sonia

It was my pleasure Sonia. I'm always happy to help, when and where I can.

Robert

It was my pleasure Sherry! I too never would have thought that Harley-Davidson sold electric motorcycles and bicycles. This is why I thought it would be an interesting narrow niche for someone either into Harley-Davidson motorcycles, EV and electric bicycles.

You are welcome Mel and I just updated it with the correct commission of 5% with a 30-day cookie. That makes for an attractive earning potential.

Yes indeed, Robert. :-)

Mel

Yes, I just did and I have updated that part of this blog. They offer a 5% commission with a 30-day cookie. So a $12,000 electric motorcycle will net you a $600 commission.

Not too bad at all, if you can persuade the potential customer that is. I am sure many can, but take myself for example... The higher the price, the more convincing I would need. I scrutenize things sometimes.

Convincing anyone of any product can be difficult, even if you know the product. In this case if I were to make a website promoting this brand, I would focus mainly on the cheaper priced products like the motorcycles below $10K or on the electric bicycles for kids. Either way it would take work in persuading others to make an informed purchase.