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Rivian CEO issues strong statement about people who purchase gas-powered cars: ‘Sort of like building a horse barn in 1910’::"I don't think I would have believed it."

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[-] sky@leminal.space 15 points 1 year ago

it was a rental car lol

though you'd be surprised to learn there's EVs under $80k! not that anyone can afford new cars anyway.

[-] sin_free_for_00_days@sopuli.xyz 14 points 1 year ago

I bought a used Leaf for $11K about 5 years ago. Best car purchase I've ever made. I still have a ICE vehicle for road trips, but man do I like the way electric engines produce power!

[-] sky@leminal.space 3 points 1 year ago

Used EVs can be a great deal! I've had my eyes out for a good deal on a leaf for ages, but not many pop up in my rural area.

[-] olympicyes@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

Leafs have problems with battery life but they are popular in Southeast Alaska because it’s not really possible to drive very far. They import them used from the lower 48.

[-] Petter1@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

I can very much recommend a dacia spring. I think this is one of the most affordable way of transportation. But I live in Switzerland, we have a great charging network and our distances aren’t to far. After paying 5500 CHF upfront, i pay monthly 200 CHF for power and leasing fee (170 + 30). After 3 years I can buy it for 10000 CHF or just give it back. Buying the car directly is about 20000 CHF. Just make sure that you order fast charging as well.

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