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EV Charging Doesn't Need to Be as Fast as Gas, Ionna CEO Says (www.thedrive.com)
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[–] 0 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I used to believe the EV evangelists until I tried to drive EV on a road trip. I will never do it again. Why can't anybody just admit that there are real downsides which sometimes become a deal breaker?

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  • [–] 4 points 1 day ago* (1 child)

    I guess different people work differently. I'm speaking from my direct experience; I was cynical as hell until I actually tried it, and it really wasn't as bad as I expected.

    Would I prefer an ICE car for a long distance road trip? Yes. Can I take an EV on a road trip and have a good time? Also yes. Was the EV cheaper than taking an ICE car an equivalent distance? Also yes.

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  • [–] 0 points 1 day ago

    Yes. Can I take an EV on a road trip and have a good time?

    I mean, I get it, it's not the end of the world. But given the choice, I still would never choose an EV over gas on long road trips. The difference is large enough that it matters. Trips are the time when I have the least tolerance for hassle, and even small inconveniences add up really fast.

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