Look at the specs sheet of EV cars. The best case fast charging scenario is like 20 minutes to 60-80%. And you can’t count on the best case scenario every time. Gas station refueling is just much faster.
“Estimates suggest that the batteries for the Model S cost between $12,000 and $15,000. After labor charges, the total repair cost is about $20,000 to $22,000”
I did my research - and ultimately decided public transport is the best solution where I live.
Most of the time you charge an EV at home or at a level 2 charger nearby. Fast charging is rarely required, except when travelling long distances where it can be a factor, but that’s largely overblown. Also, battery swaps after very rarely required and noisy if there time the battery will last the lifetime of the vehicle.
My point is that you’re cherry picking negative points here while it’s obvious that you have no practical knowledge of the topic. And of course public transport is always a better option, if that is available to you.
Most of the time you charge an EV at home or at a level 2 charger nearby.
I have neither a house, nor I have access to any fast charging station nearby.
the battery will last the lifetime of the vehicle
That’s not given some battery packs will last long, some won’t. Warranty on batteries is a sketchy thing because it’s difficult to say whether capacity drop is a design flaw or just wear and tear from heavy usage
you have no practical knowledge of the topic
I have as much knowledge as I researched the topic. EV is a big nope for me.
I always find it funny when people go through a lot of contortions to explain why they don’t want an EV. If you don’t want an EV don’t buy one. Nobody cares.
Assuming off street parking, you may still convince your landlord or HOA to install chargers - make a business case for it.
My ex’s HOA just took such a proposal seriously: they got quotes, explained it’s covered by the reserve, and put it up to vote. It did get voted down by the membership, but it’s up to you to convince enough members
Charging at home most of the time means no wait, plus much cheaper. I’m so happy to never again have to goto a local gas station!
Battery replacement could be expensive but probably not necessary. A recent survey found tenants of my car still had 85% battery capacity after 250,000 miles - most people never put that kind of mileage on a car.
I was on a recent road trip where the route planner recommended stops as short as 4 minutes to optimize total travel time. For the longest I’ve, it scheduled a charge at a mall, and was ready before we even got to the food court.
Sure, on the few days a year I’m on a road trip more than 150 miles each way, charging takes longer than gas fill ups but it’s really no big deal, plus more than made up for by charging at home most of the year
Look at the specs sheet of EV cars. The best case fast charging scenario is like 20 minutes to 60-80%. And you can’t count on the best case scenario every time. Gas station refueling is just much faster.
As for cost, literally 60 seconds of searching:
https://www.cbtnews.com/replacing-a-tesla-battery-costs-and-options-explained/
“Estimates suggest that the batteries for the Model S cost between $12,000 and $15,000. After labor charges, the total repair cost is about $20,000 to $22,000”
I did my research - and ultimately decided public transport is the best solution where I live.
Most of the time you charge an EV at home or at a level 2 charger nearby. Fast charging is rarely required, except when travelling long distances where it can be a factor, but that’s largely overblown. Also, battery swaps after very rarely required and noisy if there time the battery will last the lifetime of the vehicle.
My point is that you’re cherry picking negative points here while it’s obvious that you have no practical knowledge of the topic. And of course public transport is always a better option, if that is available to you.
I have neither a house, nor I have access to any fast charging station nearby.
That’s not given some battery packs will last long, some won’t. Warranty on batteries is a sketchy thing because it’s difficult to say whether capacity drop is a design flaw or just wear and tear from heavy usage
I have as much knowledge as I researched the topic. EV is a big nope for me.
I always find it funny when people go through a lot of contortions to explain why they don’t want an EV. If you don’t want an EV don’t buy one. Nobody cares.
What’s the point of writing this comment? Other than because you care about other people’s choice of vehicle?
Assuming off street parking, you may still convince your landlord or HOA to install chargers - make a business case for it.
My ex’s HOA just took such a proposal seriously: they got quotes, explained it’s covered by the reserve, and put it up to vote. It did get voted down by the membership, but it’s up to you to convince enough members
Yes everyone lives in a single family home that they own.
Charging at home most of the time means no wait, plus much cheaper. I’m so happy to never again have to goto a local gas station!
Battery replacement could be expensive but probably not necessary. A recent survey found tenants of my car still had 85% battery capacity after 250,000 miles - most people never put that kind of mileage on a car.
I was on a recent road trip where the route planner recommended stops as short as 4 minutes to optimize total travel time. For the longest I’ve, it scheduled a charge at a mall, and was ready before we even got to the food court.
Sure, on the few days a year I’m on a road trip more than 150 miles each way, charging takes longer than gas fill ups but it’s really no big deal, plus more than made up for by charging at home most of the year