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That's the argument you are going with. A lot of people switch to EVs because they are already looking at buying a new vehicle, so had they not purchased an EV, they would still have a car payment because they would have just purchased a newer ICE vehicle.
And it costs upwards after $100 or more to fill up these trucks depending on location. And most are lucky to make it 400 miles on a tank. So it can be more than double the cost to fuel up, with just as much range.
yep these are really heavy pigs - weight is now a new problem coming up, on multi stories parking structure not capable of holding the additional weight of too many EV's
I do see savings on early adopters, pre-pandemic buyers and people with solar
that was me in 2021 - needed to go to a crew cab and wanted 4x4 - I consider maybe holding off and see if the lighting would land within my price range but saw that the prices were going up and mark ups and just realized no way I would be in one of them
How much time does that 400 mile range recharge take? (Im not picking a fight just genuinly curious) Im certain amperage rates on charging stations and the cables are limited. Plus the vehicle has to cool the batteries at the higher charge rates. I know my truck takes about 10 minutes for a full tank for about 300 miles. My buddies with plaids and regular Teslas take much longer even at the supercharger stations.
And I'm sure when gas vehicles came out in the 1900's folks with horses had very similar questions...about lack of gas stations (back then...there was no infrastructure) , transporting gas safely, and range of the model t...with dirt hyways and places to stop.
People with 30 year old ICR engines, that know how to work on them, can still maintain their vehicles. But more and more people aren't being taught basic mechanics skills. You think someone that doesn't even know how to check the oil in their vehicle is going to keep it maintained? Sure, they can pay a shop to do it, but you can do the same thing with EVs. Repair costs are higher because it's newer technology, lower volume, and the supply chain isn't configured for them yet. give it time, and with the government mandates, it will be cheaper to repair an EV than an ICE engine.
I've heard this analogy over and over. At first blush it makes sense. But after giving it some thought it doesn't quite line up. The difference between using a horse and using a vehicle with an ICE quickly became obvious. People weren't forced to stop using their horses. They switched because it made sense for them to do so. The difference between EV's and ICE powered vehicles is a lot less. EV's have been around for a long time. If it made as much sense to switch, more people would be doing that on their own. The fact that hasn't happened speaks volumes about the number of people who aren't comfortable with making the switch, regardless of their reasons.
There is a lot of work to be done. Lots of power sources that also need to be created as more people adopt the technology. Here in the South the summers always put a strain on the power grid despite having nuclear power, solar plants, natural gas generators, and thousands of windmills generating current demand. Everyone seems to act like they never experienced summer every year.
Still looking at the current picture...because that's all you have to base your thoughts on. You don't know what will happen tomorrow.
How long do you think ICE engines were around before they became common place? Technology, price, and lack of infrastructure kept most people from owning one until well into the 30's and 40's. If you weren't in major city, there weren't gas stations around. Farmers, that could afford them, were still using old steam engines into the late 20s. Then the smaller farm tractors from Farmall and John Deere came on scene with enough fuel stations to support them, but even then, many farmers still used horses for many chores around the farms.
That's for new cars and trucks. You will have a huge used cars and trucks to pick from. You can also go out of state and order something from Mark dodge..haha.
EVs aren't being "forced" on anyone. Nobody is holding a gun to your head saying you have to buy an EV
Are you okay with state governments (or god forbid if this goes to a federal level) forcing this on the people then?
Allow me to clarify my point...If I decide to buy a new car or truck in seven years, my only choice will be an EV or hydrogen powered one. If I chose to buy out of state that's fine, but it's been said I wouldn't be able to register it in my state if it's not electric. Sure, I'll be able to buy something used. But at this point in my life I prefer to buy new. Stop being ridiculous. Who mentioned anyone being armed?
I think you are overthinking about this WAY too much. Nobody is taking anything away from you, not now and not in 7 years. I can 100% GARANTEE you that in 7 years, you will still buy a gas powered car....new or used.Are you okay with state governments (or god forbid if this goes to a federal level) forcing this on the people then?
C'mon, I never said internal combustion engines would disappear. Please don't put words into my mouth.
I'm not against electric vehicles. And I'd consider one if it would work for my use. I'm just not ready to switch yet and would like to be able to make that choice when it's right for me.
Stop being ridiculous. Who mentioned anyone being armed?
They will in fact be forced on anyone who wants to buy a new vehicle after the effective date of this law.
Well, there's still many years for that law to be overturned, once they realize the infrastructure isn't there to support their wild hair. Cali can barely keep the lights on without EVs.Are you okay with state governments (or god forbid if this goes to a federal level) forcing this on the people then?
C'mon, I never said internal combustion engines would disappear. Please don't put words into my mouth.
I'm not against electric vehicles. And I'd consider one if it would work for my use. I'm just not ready to switch yet and would like to be able to make that choice when it's right for me.
Stop being ridiculous. Who mentioned anyone being armed?
They will in fact be forced on anyone who wants to buy a new vehicle after the effective date of this law.
It's cheaper to charge than for gas right now. Wait until more and more people have them and are charging. Demand goes up, so will the price.
And wait until fuel prices start going up because demand is dropping, but they still want to maintain profits
