All this proves is that the technology is still in its infancy. The more people are discouraged to buy one, for whatever
the reasons are, the longer it will take to develop the cars. I remember reading some years back how some manufacturers
use to bring one of their cars in Australia and drive around incognito in order to get some real world data.
We need to lobby the feds to subsidise EVs instead of fossil fuel companies.
The 2022 Ford F150 starts at just under $40,000.
I prefer to use 98 in my petrol car as it gives my longer range. A bit irritating when you can only get 91 in the outback. Then I have to fill up extra containers. Takes 3 minutes to empty a 10L container into the tank.
Whether it's EV or petrol there are issues, or AdBlue if you are unlikely enough!
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I thought we would get some meaningful discussion about the callenges that writer had encountered, rather than glib jibes.
My take is firstly the stated range of the vehicle was grossely overstated, perhaps EV car companies, should be compelled to show different range between city and highway driving.
The other glaring issue is the lack of charging stations particually high output connections along major arterial routes, I also picked up from the article that when multiple connections are being used it reduces the charging output ( just like internt the more users the slower it gets). It also shows a case for an ADR that all EV chargers be compatible.
I had no idea of the cost of recharging from these stations, but again from the article his forward journey cost $65.00.
I then looked up what charger was available in my current area, it appears that there is 1 CCS 50kW and 1 CHAdeMO 50kW.
I thought we would get some meaningful discussion about the callenges that writer had encountered, rather than glib jibes.
My take is firstly the stated range of the vehicle was grossely overstated, perhaps EV car companies, should be compelled to show different range between city and highway driving.
The other glaring issue is the lack of charging stations particually high output connections along major arterial routes, I also picked up from the article that when multiple connections are being used it reduces the charging output ( just like internt the more users the slower it gets). It also shows a case for an ADR that all EV chargers be compatible.
I had no idea of the cost of recharging from these stations, but again from the article his forward journey cost $65.00.
I then looked up what charger was available in my current area, it appears that there is 1 CCS 50kW and 1 CHAdeMO 50kW.
Whats in your area?
Most of the story was a whinge by the author.
The main point he's making is that there are not enough EV charging points across Australia. We're not likely to get those until there are decent emission standards in Australia. Then the EV manufacturers will take Australia seriously and provide decent models rather that dump ICE vehicles on us. Once that happens, a lot more people will buy EVs and then the demand for infrastructure will be there.
It doesn't really matter to me what EV charging facilities are in my area. If charge mine, when I get one, at home.
My point about catching a train was not a jibe. The children could be entertained and the parents could relax after making sure that the children aren't annoying other people. It's also reasonably good for the environment.
I don't believe we should get too caught up with individual stories and reviews of any product or pathway. They make an interesting diversionary read but they aren't a deal breaker or maker. With EVs and charging, the background circumstances are way too fluid to have any meaning. Both major parties have committed to progressing installation of EV chargers (and hopefully a maintenance program to match) and battery technology is quickly changing. Within the foreseeable future, this story is meaningless. FWIW, I know my EV's range both suburban and highway so my few long distance trips (700-800km) weren't a surprise, just like the same trip in my diesel Hilux. I'll add to Buzz's train comments ... With relocating to CQ, trips to our daughter in Sydney will predominantly be by train. Arrive rested, ready to enjoy her company and not need to shuffle the car every morning to avoid parking patrols.
The energy consumption was about 2kWh per 10 km. Let's say a motorhome consumes twice as much, say 4kWh per 10 km. If we fit a 1200W solar awning, then we need about 3 or 4 hours of charging in full sunlight to replenish the energy consumed by 10 km of travel. I think that would make for a nice lap around the country, at least on bitumen, without having to make use of purpose built charging stations.
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