Yeah, was thinking more the “2 cars” vs 1. And $70/month to have backup transport may be worth it if it’s paid off. But yes, the EV would be cheaper to run.
Not just a backup transport, but something with a manual transmission. I’ll ultimately end up getting an EV, but I don’t think I ever want to ditch the MT, it’s just a different, and IMO more enjoyable, driving experience.
I mean folks buy more bicycles than e-bikes a year, and they are even cheaper to maintain. I don’t see your point when a majority of people’s needs would not be served in the US with e-bikes. Perhaps in other communities that don’t require as much car dependence, sure.
Yes, but an EV also needs insurance, maintenance, and tires. OP’s post is pointing out a distinction between EVs and ICE vehicles.
EV’s need even less maintenance since they don’t need oil changes
Thanks, genius.
Wow, such an appropriate response to my comment
/s if it wasn’t obvious enough
Yeah, was thinking more the “2 cars” vs 1. And $70/month to have backup transport may be worth it if it’s paid off. But yes, the EV would be cheaper to run.
Not just a backup transport, but something with a manual transmission. I’ll ultimately end up getting an EV, but I don’t think I ever want to ditch the MT, it’s just a different, and IMO more enjoyable, driving experience.
You know what “EV” doesn’t need insurance, and has vastly cheaper maintenance and tires? An E-bike!
E-bikes are the real “EVs,” outselling electric cars by a wide margin for several years now.
I mean folks buy more bicycles than e-bikes a year, and they are even cheaper to maintain. I don’t see your point when a majority of people’s needs would not be served in the US with e-bikes. Perhaps in other communities that don’t require as much car dependence, sure.