I'm a nay. I like the idea in theory and have looked into buying one but it just doesn't work for me at the moment.
They are too expensive currently compared to petrol cars. I'm not convinced of the full environmental benefits after taking into account the impact of the battery production and disposal. I usually keep my petrol cars for at least 12 years and I'm unconvinced that the batteries will last for the full lifespan of the electric car. Replacement is going to add even further to the cost.
The main reason is that the charging structure is nowhere near adequate at the moment, maybe not even for the current number of electric cars. Then the chargers all have different systems are require signing up on apps etc
Like many people I live in a terraced house and have no access to any private off street parking. Assuming I could get a space next to my house it would still mean running a cable across the pavement (a trip hazard).
Much more needs to be invested in the infrastructure and battery production before they become a viable alternative for most people.
I'm a nay. I like the idea in theory and have looked into buying one but it just doesn't work for me at the moment.
They are too expensive currently compared to petrol cars. I'm not convinced of the full environmental benefits after taking into account the impact of the battery production and disposal. I usually keep my petrol cars for at least 12 years and I'm unconvinced that the batteries will last for the full lifespan of the electric car. Replacement is going to add even further to the cost.
The main reason is that the charging structure is nowhere near adequate at the moment, maybe not even for the current number of electric cars. Then the chargers all have different systems are require signing up on apps etc
Like many people I live in a terraced house and have no access to any private off street parking. Assuming I could get a space next to my house it would still mean running a cable across the pavement (a trip hazard).
Much more needs to be invested in the infrastructure and battery production before they become a viable alternative for most people.
