On: Driving 1725km in an electric car in 2 days

[cleansingfire]

I just splurged and bought a very used Prius for $3,400, when my $400 car was stolen. I can't afford an EV. Many oriole can't. That dictate just ensures fewer people will be able to afford a car. Which might work with decent public transport.

[tetha → cleansingfire]

Mh, but you're on used cars, so you are a cycle or two behind. So yeah, you can't afford a new EV. But let's wait for until there are used EVs.

[Yeroc → tetha]

It'll be interesting to see what the used car market for EVs looks like once they age out where the battery packs start degrading. Not sure they'll have the same long-term value that quality ICEs do today.

[Retric → cleansingfire]

Median new car in the US is over 38k, give it time and plenty of cheap EV’s will be around. Standard Range+ Model 3: $39k. 2021 base model Nissan Leaf: $32.6k.

Considering even with a Prius most people would still be paying ~1,000$/year on gas, old EV’s will likely be more affordable.

[cleansingfire → Retric]

Sure, and I look forward to it. The quote was "everyone... now" but I agree with your modified sentiment.