No Plug? No Deal.
I don’t mind three wheels, but if it can’t travel over 30 miles at over 75 MPH, it’s nothing but a glorified golf cart.
Arthur and I attended the Alt Car Expo in Santa Monica today. While I previous declared the Venture One my next vehicle, the newly announced Aptera Typ-1 caught my attention and I had hoped to see it. Neither were present at the show.
I want an EV so badly
Hybrids (like the Prius) cannot justify their cost when new combustion only cars (like the Yaris) get over 40 MPG for half the price. Fuel cell cars use a gas / biodiesel / hydrogen generator to power an electric motor. A single gallon of gas can power some electric motors for over 100 miles. The Prius is the most baby of baby steps in more efficient cars.
I don’t want another fuel dependency
The amount of electricity required to refine oil or to free the hydrogen from water almost doesn’t justify the use of gas or hydrogen to make electricity. When I get my electric car, I’m investing in solar and wind power capture. I was somewhat disappointed that the show focused so heavily on alternative fuels instead of renewable energy and pure electric vehicles.
I want a unique car with a “driving experience”
Sure, some electric car companies are coming out with the usual mainstream compact and midsize sedans. However, many electric car companies are designing cars that not only look radically different but change the driving experience. This type of innovation hasn’t been shown by traditional auto makers in over 50 years.
If you’re ready to join the electric revolution, check out Plug In America’s action list.
Posted on Saturday, October 20th, 2007 at 23:07.