Posted on 04/19/2022 1:19:50 PM PDT by devane617
These are just more lies to push a movement.. or cult.
What does that have to do with their quality?
What makes you think I care what stupid consumers do?
I don’t buy many things, but when I do they are quality goods.
US, Japanese, German, Swiss, Icelandic...
It all depends on what the goods are.
Hahaha, jealous?
You can keep your flaming deathtrap.
…..And you would be wise to sustain liability insurance in the event your car randomly explodes and takes out other peoples’ cars in the parking lot.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UsuYxFBHsiQ
I would sooner volunteer to receive a hail of gunfire before being forced into such a bad decision.
Are you asking if we maintain current electric loads, and if all of the sudden every car was electric, how much would loads increase?
Except for long distance travel or heavy hauling lectric vehicles make a lot of sense. I fully expect to own one some day. I’m really surprised at the resistance they are getting.
“It doesn’t have to be an either or choice.”
People resent being coerced into an EV by high gas prices. EV popularity should be measured when gas prices are not “artificially” high.
I don’t believe that because they are still pushing electric cars.
That guy has absolutely no peace of mind, because he has no way of respecting his own and other peoples’ safety should his car randomly burst into flames or otherwise explode.
I happen to value my life and other peoples’ lives a heck of a lot more than the fool who has no way of knowing his car is actually safe to drive and park near others.
They are all modern-era Ford Pinto drivers, whether they recognize it or not.
AND EV owners don’t need Biden bumper stickers.
Another advantage when EVs are parked outside the owner’s home is no need for a “No guns here” sign.
What do you do during blackouts?
Your statement that electric cars make no sense is incorrect. As with everything, location, location, location! If you are in California, the economics of driving a Tesla or other EV can be compelling. It all depends on your driving patterns and the price you pay for a gallon of gas.
Yes, it is possible to drive cross country in an EV. I’ve done it in a Tesla. Can you do it in a Nissan Leaf? Probably not, but in a top-tier EV? Absolutely.
The elderly anti-EV Luddites have come out in force on this thread. I have a Tesla, a supercar, and several other bikes and cars, antiques included. The Tesla absolutely is my favorite daily, and the economics are undeniable. Every person should buy the vehicle which is right for his individual needs…and some of these folks might be surprised to discover how effective the latest EVs really are.
<>What do you do during blackouts?<>
Much the same sort of question down here in hurricane alley.
Every June I fill four five-gallon jerry cans w/gas.
My habit paid off in October 2018 when we evacuated ahead of Cat 5 Hurricane Michael. When we returned, there wasn’t local gas for over a month, but we had enough gas to get around as needed.
Reliance on EVs would have meant death to thousands.
I mean in a way that makes sense outside of crazy land?
They are fun to drive, and accelerate faster than gas cars. That’s not a reason to buy one or to force others to drive them, but they can be fun (I’m not talking about a Prius).
Just wait until ALL of us start charging our cars ...
From The Weather Channel Android App:
https://weather.com/news/trending/video/iceland-faces-unusual-electricity-shortage?pl=pl-eco-news
Well, right now, you can’t get a new one unless you’re very lucky indeed. Used EVs are through the roof right now, which is the inevitable consequence of $8/gal. gasoline.
It’s the exact same plug you use for your golf cart. Everyone in Florida will have no issues with plugging in a car. However, I’m still waiting for at least 10 years. When there are no gas pumps left then I’ll break down and buy one.
Your a smart man for being on top of your electricity situation.
My concern is the same as it has been all my life. Every time you out distance the government ( local or national } such as you're doing with your electricity needs, you may find out once you're off the grid and are paying little or nothing for your electricity consumption, that's when they slap you with a TAX out of nowhere to keep you PAYING.
An example.. in 2006 I got rid of my AT&T landline phone and switched to Vonage Voice over Internet as my new landline. Cost was $24.99 per month with NO other charges, fees, or taxes. Couldn't believe it.. NO long distance call charges, NO taxes, NO fees, etc.. just $24.99 per month.
Well, within 5 years they were now adding on fees and taxes. Last time I looked the cost of the Vonage service itself had only increased $1 in 16 years. It was $25.99 per month as shown on the bill.. HOWEVER, the TAXES and FEES added through that same period have now escalated my monthly bill to $43.83 per month. They're now scoring me for $17.84 per month in TAXES and FEES. Eventually, the TAXES and FEES will probably total more that the cost of the Vonage service itself.
Vonage says they're SORRY but there is nothing they can do.
I guess what I'm saying is.. the minute you find a way to get government out of your equation they find a way to get their hand right back into your pocket.
Hopefully, they'll be unaware. maybe even lenient, and let you beat the system for a few years anyway before they're right back in your pocket.
The moral of my story: "YOU CAN'T BEAT the DAMNED OL' MACHINE."
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