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EVs can’t… go a long way

"EVs are fine for the school run, but you 'd never take one on a trip …" We've all heard it, right? Well, we've coordinated with @skodaUK to show that concept incorrect and show that EVs are the ideal long-haul buddy.
#ElectricCar #MythBusting #EV #EVMyths #Ad #ElectricButSkoda Please simply include the following legals beneath the fold:

Main test (WLTP) range for Elroq is 233-356 miles, based on a full charge (to 100%) and depending upon trim. For comparison functions, may not show real life driving.

Charge time based on a 10% -80% charge on a 175kW fast charger. Actual charge time may differ depending upon the automobile, age, type, condition and temperature level of the battery charger and battery, the level of charge in the battery, the power supply, ambient temperature level at the point of use and other aspects. The accessibility of 175kW battery chargers is currently limited to UK motorways and major arterial routes (not available in NI and excludes most of Wales/Scotland).".

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20 responses to “EVs can’t… go a long way”

  1. @oingpla Avatar
    @oingpla

    One day EV will just be V.

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    1. @Finglebat Avatar
      @Finglebat

      @oingpla “5” 🤔 I don’t get it ! 😂😂

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  2. @sargfowler9603 Avatar
    @sargfowler9603

    350 WLTP? That’ll be 280 real world?

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    1. @gordonmackenzie4512 Avatar
      @gordonmackenzie4512

      My Megane says 270 miles WLTP. In Summer I was getting 280, without using eco mode. In Winter it will be more like 200, but who cares really. Charge at home every 7th day instead of every 10th day.

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    2. @skyworks1621 Avatar
      @skyworks1621

      Sure same as petrol, official 5 litres, reality 7 L.

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  3. @kiae-nirodiariesencore4270 Avatar
    @kiae-nirodiariesencore4270

    Owned the Kia e-Niro since 2019, now on 80,000 miles, no loss of range, still get comfortably 250 miles on main roads, close to 300 pootling around on local roads. Totally reliable, no oil changes and cost pennies to run.

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  4. @PAUL-644 Avatar
    @PAUL-644

    Still not doing the planet any good though are they?. Just imagine how much electricity is being generated from power stations just to charge these EVs. Not to mention the fact that most of the parts are manufactured in third world countries like the batterys. EVs won’t solve the climate crisis they will only make it worse!

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    1. @Alex-ni2ir Avatar
      @Alex-ni2ir

      No need to imagine, you can look at live feeds of the UKs energy mix. Charge your car when it’s windy, you’ll be charging your car with green energy.
      EVs are one part of solving a bigger problem. Electrification is the main objective.

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    2. @solidus784 Avatar
      @solidus784

      Yeah Paul you’re just way way smarter than the people actually working on these issues they should really how you

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    3. @PAUL-644 Avatar
      @PAUL-644

      ​@@solidus784No i’m not it’s just common sense thicking pal!

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    4. @PAUL-644 Avatar
      @PAUL-644

      ​​​@@Alex-ni2irYeah course they are. Keep believing that when they cause more pollution than a petrol powered car just to be made in a factory. The batterys are not environmentally friendly. What do you think will happen to them when you have to replace them? They end up on a land fill leaking toxins into the earths atmosphere. I’m all for being green but electric cars won’t solve the climate crisis they are going to make it worse wait and see!

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    5. @harvardan Avatar
      @harvardan

      ​@@PAUL-644are you a bot? Or paid by the oil and gas industry? You’re pulling out myths like you wouldn’t believe.
      The average EV “pays” off its carbon debt in less than 20k miles, so less than 2 years on average, after which time its far far greener.
      EV batteries that have depleted to below a useable level (say less than 60 or 70%) of the original capacity can be then used as stationary storage. After that they can be recycled recovering 95% of the pack as useable materials.
      All of this information is out there if you care to look it up.

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  5. @Finglebat Avatar
    @Finglebat

    So if we have come this far in 5 years, attainable 300-350, it is plausible that in 2-3 years we could get hitting an average of 500 miles, unless….

    Battery manufactures focus on size and weight reduction, better efficiency, charging speed and so on, which might be a better deal for the consumer; more efficient car would be cheaper to run, smaller lightweight batteries possibly might be cheaper to manufacturer so overall cost of car comes down and quicker charging reduces range anxiety, so no need for lots of huge batteries, or have them as an option for those who need them.

    The day we can charge a car in 15-20 mins, which is not that far from the 30 mins of today, would mean you could do a weekly charge when doing a weekly shop.

    I hope they drive development in the areas relating to discharge / recharge efficiency, weight and size, more so than just range, in the next gen of batteries.

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  6. @mihirchitnis905 Avatar
    @mihirchitnis905

    The biggest competitor to EV is actually strong hybrids. The amount of range and versatility it has is insane. My guess is that a majority of the petrol and diesel car current owners will migrate to strong hybrids instead of pure EV.

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    1. @sargfowler9603 Avatar
      @sargfowler9603

      Indeed. Some very good PHEV available now. Good for 10 years before they’re no longer available

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    2. @OletrosBCN Avatar
      @OletrosBCN

      Looking at the countries where BEV are the most sold, PHEV were just temporary sales, they changed to BEV

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    3. @sargfowler9603 Avatar
      @sargfowler9603

      @@OletrosBCN I think that will vary country to country.

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    4. @OletrosBCN Avatar
      @OletrosBCN

      ​@@sargfowler9603It is the same pattern in countries with high percentage of BEV, PHEV is only transition

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  7. @skyworks1621 Avatar
    @skyworks1621

    I sold my Audi backnin 2021, tried an EV and never looked back. So much better to drive and no engine/gearbox sounds

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  8. @CaskAleForever Avatar
    @CaskAleForever

    solid state batteries coming soon – this will push some cars into the 550 – 600 mile range. Battery development is really moving along at pace. I still think they won’t really increase the range as most don’t need 500 miles in a single trip. It will make them cheaper and lighter. I think when Commerical Vans hit 600 mile per charge range it will really make a difference to the adoption.

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