We have an EV. We didn’t get it for environmental reasons, we got it because I have access to an EV lease scheme via work and it was the most cost effective way for us to get a new car. I don’t think I’m morally superior for having one. It serves us well, is nice to drive, and cheaper (for us) than running a petrol car.
What I don’t get is the visceral hatred some people have for them. I understand they aren’t for everyone, there are definite logistical challenges with on-street parking and long journeys particularly. However, I expect range and logistics to improve as time goes on. I also get that some car fans might find them a bit sanitised. But I don’t really get why some people are so viciously against them?
AIBU?
AIBU?
To not get the hate thrown at EVs?
EngineStart · 07/04/2024 14:52
Am I being unreasonable?
360 votes. Final results.
POLLSoupDragon · 07/04/2024 15:04
"visceral hatred" ? "viciously against them"? Really?
SoupDragon · 07/04/2024 15:04
"visceral hatred" ? "viciously against them"? Really?
toomuchfaff · 07/04/2024 15:06
My annoyance has to do with the fact that the batteries and methods of production actually nullify any benefit they may give long term.
their poor resale capability
high prices compared to petrol cars
the lack of longevity on the batteries
lack of charging points
mileage capabilities on a full charge
despite all these issues people are being pushed to buy them by underhand methods.
Fair enough as a little runabout, but no good for long journeys.
Colddespiteduvet · 07/04/2024 15:12
Your first point is wrong. Depending on where the battery is made, the production is either on a par with or worse than ICE vehicles. But, when you take into consideration the whole lifespan they are the lowest carbon footprint.
The best is Scandinavian built batteries (using green energy in production) and running in renewable energy.
toomuchfaff · 07/04/2024 15:06
My annoyance has to do with the fact that the batteries and methods of production actually nullify any benefit they may give long term.
their poor resale capability
high prices compared to petrol cars
the lack of longevity on the batteries
lack of charging points
mileage capabilities on a full charge
despite all these issues people are being pushed to buy them by underhand methods.
Fair enough as a little runabout, but no good for long journeys.
toomuchfaff · 07/04/2024 15:06
My annoyance has to do with the fact that the batteries and methods of production actually nullify any benefit they may give long term.
their poor resale capability
high prices compared to petrol cars
the lack of longevity on the batteries
lack of charging points
mileage capabilities on a full charge
despite all these issues people are being pushed to buy them by underhand methods.
Fair enough as a little runabout, but no good for long journeys.
toomuchfaff · 07/04/2024 15:06
My annoyance has to do with the fact that the batteries and methods of production actually nullify any benefit they may give long term.
their poor resale capability
high prices compared to petrol cars
the lack of longevity on the batteries
lack of charging points
mileage capabilities on a full charge
despite all these issues people are being pushed to buy them by underhand methods.
Fair enough as a little runabout, but no good for long journeys.
SoupDragon · 07/04/2024 15:04
"visceral hatred" ? "viciously against them"? Really?
SabreIsMyFave · 07/04/2024 15:17
This. All of this. ^
Sorry @EngineStart but for all the reasons above, no-one will ever convince me to have an EV. Each to their own - and I wouldn't bash or criticise anyone for it, but I will be buying a petrol car for as long as is humanly possible.
The Government has already pushed back the date from 2030 to 2035 for petrol and diesel vehicles to stop being made. I foresee it being pushed back another 5 years by 2027-2028, as we simply don't have the infrastructure for it, EVs are too limited in so many ways, and most people cannot afford a new EV.
EVs have also been proven to be dangerous/catch fire easily.
I don't see things being much different in 3-5 years time.
toomuchfaff · 07/04/2024 15:06
My annoyance has to do with the fact that the batteries and methods of production actually nullify any benefit they may give long term.
their poor resale capability
high prices compared to petrol cars
the lack of longevity on the batteries
lack of charging points
mileage capabilities on a full charge
despite all these issues people are being pushed to buy them by underhand methods.
Fair enough as a little runabout, but no good for long journeys.
gould · 07/04/2024 15:12
I think a lot of it comes from the fact that we were told that diesel was the future and now x years later electric is being forced upon us
Diesel cars will stop being sold in the uk at some point fairly soon
Electric cars are being sold as more environmentally friendly but if you look at what it takes to create the battery it's bs
Then you have the issue of all the knackered old batteries. We've had tablets and phones which are now scrap. I saw a doc on electric cars and a first gen Nissan leaf tested had to abandon the test as the battery was so shot
Where does it go, the local landfill?
People without driveways, where do they charge the car?
I work at a main dealer and all the sales people and technicians hate electric cars
I wouldn't say that I do but I have no intention of buying one anytime soon
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EngineStart · 07/04/2024 15:08
Yes, go on Twitter - lots of people who actually hate them, not just they don’t want one, no one should have them.
SoupDragon · 07/04/2024 15:04
"visceral hatred" ? "viciously against them"? Really?
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