The reality of owning an EV continues to sink in across the country.
For example, days ago we pointed out a report that dove into the unique risks of placing lithium ion batteries all over the world (including in electric vehicles).
And just over the last two months, we’ve written not only about how much driving needs to be done in EVs to make them better for the environment than internal combustion engine vehicles, but we’ve also noted that EV carbon footprints aren’t necessarily as better than ICE vehicles as many people think.
My nephew was rear ended in his Tesla…$7000 was the cost to fix it… and took forever because of lack of parts
I’m honestly not surprised, it’s about passing the cost more than likely. From the aftermarket manufacturing to the new tools/training needed for the mechanics. Gotta pay to play.
There are instances where EVs will have a place in this world, but they will never be a replacement for IC vehicles.
The total IC loop (drill, haul, refine, haul, dispense, drive) loop is much more efficient, cleaner and convenient.
Producing the electricity (non-nuke) and batteries are far dirtier in toto. Nothing says convenience like pausing your trip for a couple hours to recharge. That’s luxury! Running A/C or heat drains them, too.