sound_of_apocalypto t1_iwqjqgy wrote on November 17, 2022 at 4:36 PM

Reply to comment by HomeOnTheMountain_ in Shape our coverage: What listener question should 'Brave Little State' answer next? by bravestatevt

The definition of jibe you are looking for is: To be in accord; agree.

1.) There need to be more stations and I assume we'll see more built.

2.) Not everyone needs to go electric. It's probably going to be a lengthy transition and/or there may always be some vehicles that need to run gas/diesel.

3.) Sure, that situation sounds like a big hassle. Even now running out of gas seems like a big hassle that would throw a monkey wrench into my day.

A lot of these problems come down to planning ahead. It would certainly depend on the individual cases, but for me I'm unlikely to need to recharge during my daily commute. And if I did, well, there's a charging station outside my building at work that I have access to if needed. Obviously if you drive all day for work that's a very different deal.

HomeOnTheMountain_ t1_iwqxsh6 wrote on November 17, 2022 at 6:07 PM

Thank you, yes that's what I was looking for

So, I don't think any of these address the major point that links a lot of these together- charge times. It takes a long time to charge an EV right now. I think that alone is a significant burden and barrier to adoption vs just driving up to a gas station and being on your way in a moment or two.

I think partial adoption is fine - cities in particular will be grand. Rural folks and professionals/contracts though, I don't think that's practical with current configs.