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Originally Posted by Michael G.
From the information we have on this new way of transportation, I'm asking:
Would you consider a EV or Hybrid vehicle in your future.
I know their coming and but it's the battery's that concerns me and every year
they seem to improve in mileage.
Your Thoughts Please.
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Like most things people have their bias. The automobile, there was resistance, there are some advantages to a horse. The same is true for an all electric or a hybrid car.
Right now we have choices, gasoline, diesel, electric or hybrid. I think I left out fuel cell.
It is at best confusing. It is an expensive and unless you chose to lease a car, it is a long term choice.
State of change. Gasoline engines and cars have gotten better. Diesels have gotten better. The cost of fuel has gone up roughly 1/3 this year. We do not all drive the same.
I used to drive far more when I was working. Gone are the days of the shade tree mechanic. I used to service my own car. Now, are the wires connected, the hoses, is there gas in the tank? Find a dealer who has the tools and computer expertise to keep it running. Or, too often the parts to keep trying till it works.
Electric is simple. Hybrids you deal with the problems of a gasoline engine, an electric motor, a computer controlling both. Batteries only last a limited time and they are very expensive to replace. Warranties are prorated. The warranty is often not what it seems to be. A bit of slight of hand. Based on list price. You do not pay list price. Thus a seven year warranty may only have value for four or five years.
I do not shop cars till I need one. If, I needed a car, with limited availability, outrageous pricing, fuel way up, I AM GLAD I DO NOT NEED A CAR AND MINE IS FINE.