I basically agree with you.
On the other hand, note that in rainy states like Oregon where much of the electric power is generated hydroelectrically, it can be argued that electric cars are partly solar-powered since the sun’s energy moves water from the ocean to land in the form of rain clouds, rain water turning the turbines of generators. “Solar” states like Oregon ironically have a reputation for being overcast.
Based on the article referenced by this thread, however, we must now question if the latest electric car technology still falls short of the hype about electric cars being pushed by misguided environmentalists.
“Based on the article referenced by this thread, however, we must now question if the latest electric car technology still falls short of the hype about electric cars being pushed by misguided environmentalists.”
Let me start off by saying, I doubt this article is accurate regarding pure electric cars, versus hybrids.
The second issue is the source of generated power. Natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind and hydro are all cleaner sources of power than burning gasoline. As the mix moves further in that direction, as it should, electric cars will look better and better.
We just need to get folks over their completely irrational fear of nuclear power.