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To: rivercat

“I still have an ICE car”

You have just pointed out the problem with current EVs. While they are fine for a second car or even a daily commuter vehicle for short rounds trips they are not dependable to drive cross country. Therefore, they are not a practical choice for most people.

I have ridden in a friends Model S Plaid. It was a beautiful automobile. It was amazingly quick. Faster than anything in a ICE under $200K. It was also luxurious inside. His other vehicle is a full sized 4WD pick up truck.

Most people can not afford two vehicles. So, IMHO that is why a plug in hybrid to me is the best option. Something that you can charge overnight at home. Then you can drive it on battery only for 40 miles ish.

My son’s roomate has a Tesla 3. He drives it to his place of employment where they have a half dozen FREE chargers. However, you have to get there pretty early in the morning because there are hundreds of people that work at this facility.


48 posted on 10/23/2023 8:51:06 AM PDT by woodbutcher1963
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To: woodbutcher1963

UNFAIR BURDEN ON EMPLOYER, IMO.


58 posted on 10/23/2023 9:32:22 AM PDT by ridesthemiles
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To: woodbutcher1963

At some point we’ll replace the ICE car with either another EV or likely a plug-in hybrid. For now the ICE car is only for when I need to get out of the house during the week. I work from home, she commutes.


83 posted on 10/23/2023 11:05:40 AM PDT by rivercat
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