The Electric Vehicle (EV) discussion thread (Merged) (9 Viewers)

[Cage1]

Can anyone explain to me the appeal of the Cybertruck? I think it looks ugly AF, like it came off the set of Aliens 2. It seems like it would be a b**ch to park in typical parking lots/garages, and just looking at it I can't see how it improves on the utility of a standard truck in terms of bed utility.

On top of that, the Rivian truck is sexy AF and Ford, Chevy, and other companies are presumably putting out their own EV trucks into market before Tesla's becomes available.

Someone explain this to me like I'm a 5 year old.

Ugly or no, it looks unlike anything that's been done before, so there is a market for it. I also think people are hesitant to bet against Tesla as that was to their detriment for the past 6 or 7 years. The biggest problem is how long it's taking to get to the market. If this thing was rolling out last year, it would be sold out.

 

[Devildog]

Nope. It looks like a giant piece of crap.

Uh oh! You're going to make the Muskers mad!

 

[nolaspe]

As a Genesis owner, I like this more than the GV60...

https://www.cars.com/articles/2023-genesis-electrified-gv70-up-close-hiding-in-plain-sight-459013/

 

[nolaspe]

 

[Zztop]

kia did away with the base model

Kia's 2023 EV6 will cost $7,100 more than its predecessor | Engadget

Kia has unveiled pricing for the 2023 EV6, and it's much more expensive — but you will get more for the money..

www.engadget.com

The automaker has dropped the cut-down Light trim with 232 miles of range and now starts with the Wind RWD variant, which delivers a claimed 310 miles.

 

[nolaspe]

 

[Tapxe]

I guess this is as good a place as any for this. I'd imagine having solar like that would make it pretty easy to incorporate charging stations.

France to require all large parking lots to be covered by solar panels

France's Senate just approved legislation requiring all parking lots, current and future, to be covered in solar panels.

electrek.co

 

[Tapxe]

If you happen to have the means. I don't suspect I'll have it, but maybe the PB idea will work out.

I drove a $2 million electric car with 1,900 horsepower and saw the unimaginably fast future of supercars

The Pininfarina Battista can hit 62 mph in under two seconds, making it one of the fastest-accelerating cars in the world. Only 150 will ever be made.

www.businessinsider.com

 

[Rickboy]

Well I'll be darn. Toyota went and made the Prius a pretty nice looking car. The article indicates it should have an electric only range of about 38 miles. That's plenty for the majority. The powertrain looks very interesting too. They're offering it in AWD. I think Toyota should consider something like this for the next gen Tacoma.

I do expect this to be the last hybrid version of the Prius. I think Toyota is starting to see the light on EVs and may start altering their hydrogen strategy. IMO that technology is much better for heavy trucking.

2023 Toyota Prius Debuts In America With Slick Styling And Up To 220 HP And 57 MPG | Carscoops

The redesigned Prius is a whopping 2.6 seconds faster to 60 mph

www.carscoops.com

 

[superchuck500]

 

[Tapxe]

Anyone looked at the Chevy Bolt EUV? There are some compromises, but the price point is pretty attractive with 6300$ off sticker on inventory sitting right now.

I've found they have lower charge rating than current standards and only 247 mile range, but for a city errand car make a good bit of sense.

 

[Tapxe]

Lucid Air Sapphire Runs To 60 MPH In 1.89 Seconds, Can Hit 205 MPH | Carscoops

The Lucid Air Sapphire conveniently offers performance just beyond that of the Tesla Model S Plaid.

www.carscoops.com

 

[Swampy Saint]

Anyone looked at the Chevy Bolt EUV? There are some compromises, but the price point is pretty attractive with 6300$ off sticker on inventory sitting right now.

I've found they have lower charge rating than current standards and only 247 mile range, but for a city errand car make a good bit of sense.

Parking Facilities Are Still Banning Chevy Bolts Due To Fire Risk

People have reported anti Bolt signs going up in parking garages Tennessee, South Carolina and California, but there are surely more.

insideevs.com

 

[hotairgypsy]

Parking Facilities Are Still Banning Chevy Bolts Due To Fire Risk

People have reported anti Bolt signs going up in parking garages Tennessee, South Carolina and California, but there are surely more.

insideevs.com

i own and drive a 2021 bolt ev and have no issues

 

[Swampy Saint]

i own and drive a 2021 bolt ev and have no issues

That’s great.
No offense, just posting something I read.