The history of the car emphasizes luxury, comfort and aesthetics in terms of performance, power, speed and safety. This is true for its initial need - transportation and transportation. However, if we consider the possibility of buying a car with more power, which is safe for everyday use and gives more mileage - cars with a gasoline engine - the best choice - both for highways and treadmills.
The theory is not just wild speculation or a desktop projection, it is a simulation of the real world. UC Davis recently launched the EV project, which allowed car models to mimic their commutation in EV (Electric Vehicle) compared to a gas car. The project found that a 50-mile round trip could save the electric owner of the 2014 Chevrolet Volt about $ 1,000 of annual fuel consumption compared with driving a Ford Focus based on 2014 gasoline. However, clean electric cars are more expensive than their gas counterparts. For example, the 2018 Ford Focus costs less than $ 18,000, while the 2018 Chevrolet Volt will return more than $ 34,000 to consumers, and the all-electric Chevrolet Bolt will take more than $ 38,000. Solving the equation in this hypothetical scenario, it would have taken the Chevy owner more than 17 years to recoup the extra cost of buying Electric. In other words, EV is not suitable for users who plan to keep the car for a long period of time. EVs also cost more than gas-based cars. They need charging infrastructure support, plug-in availability, and specialized maintenance workshops that are not yet suitable to meet growing consumer demand.
Additional interest is triggered when it comes to mileage and range. With one charge, most high-end EVs, such as the Tesla Model X, Model S, Model 3, Chevrolet Bolt, and 2018 Nissan Leaf, can only work an average of 225 miles in the ideal version. This number can reach 170 on cold or hot days with a heater or AC with a full blast. In this case, hybrids and gas-based cars are preferred. To get the full potential of hybrids, some auto buyers choose Plug-in Hybrids (PHEV). For example, the 2018 Chevrolet Volt has 53 miles of electrical range and a regular gas tank for longer trips of up to 420 miles.
It's true that EVs are environmentally friendly, but they are not necessarily clean, as electricity is created in some way. This is comparable to using the same fossil fuel - only cleaner. EVs work on a lithium-ion battery, which must be extracted from the ground. Chemically, lithium is a corrosive alkali metal, which is a waste of hazardous gaseous derivatives upon contact with moisture, which leads to increased environmental pollution. If used, this may cause EV to emit dangerous gases or even catch fire if they are stored in cold weather or are not properly maintained. The current electrical infrastructure of this technology does not provide for the reuse of batteries or the re-calibration of disposal costs. Fuel cars are easily rearranged, their engines are swapped and filtered; but not right now with Electric.
Future Transportation technology is still young and more expensive than their gas-based cousins. EVs may be easier to charge, but they cost more in the medium term. Even the most advanced EV batteries wear out and require frequent replacement. For such a replacement, the Tesla Model 3 rechargeable battery costs $ 190 per kWh, and the Chevy Bolt rechargeable battery costs $ 205 per kWh. Charging stations are another EV life support link. In a euphoric state, consumers can skip gas stations and fill them up; their EV is either from the charging station on the way to work, or through an added solar panel sitting in their house. In fact, although gas stations can be found every 1 miles on a regular motorway, EV battery charging stations cannot be found that often. People living in apartments or flats, it can be difficult to get paid plugins. With high cost, plugins are now available only in the most advanced countries, such as the United States and Western Europe. Not to mention that this is becoming a deal breaker for many new customers and a headache for automakers in developing countries.
Long-term debt greatly affects the problem of car safety. Theoretically, EVs are less flammable than gas machines. However, when the tattoo is a flame, EVs are difficult to extinguish. In October 2017, the Tesla-Model S caught fire after it crashed into a concrete barrier on the Alberg highway in Austria. The incident killed 35 firefighters to extinguish the flames. Recently, on March 23, 2018, the Tesla X model rammed its head into an unshielded median on Highway 101 in California and caught fire. The flames closed the highway for 5 hours, which was a nightmare for firefighters. EV engines are not responsible for such catastrophic disasters. Powerful villains are lithium-ion batteries that can burn with hot fires and generate intense heat and are harder to put out. Battery fires additionally generate a range of toxic fumes, smoke and gas that pose a greater risk to daily trips and the environment. Currently, only competent personnel from EV manufacturers have experience in eliminating such electrical emissions and hazards. State firefighters and general passengers do not always know about this “technological know-how”, since EV does not contain detailed guidance on the release of EV Fire.
Recent disruptions bring back the debate about whether EV is safer than diesel and petrol cars when it comes to safety. In black and white, the Tesla X model can have an ideal score for evaluating crash safety. But practical experiences and records always turn out to be stronger than bright promises and white washed laboratory results. With technological breakthroughs, EVs can be the forerunner of the transport revolution in the coming decades. The cost of replacing batteries can drop to $ 73 per kWh after 2030, and the current concern of the range may be a thing of the past. Hybrids and EV can offer great features and more convenience for demanding consumers and new commercial settings. But at this stage, if we consider road safety for stress-free, it is easier to bet on "combustion". engines over battery-powered engines.
