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Re: Are EVs really better in the long run than regular gas power

Re: Are EVs really better in the long run than regular gas power

Submitted by ctyankee on Wed, 03/12/2008 - 08:17.

There are many factors that complicate the issue.

For small numbers of users the answer is "yes".  But once a large number of folks jump on the band wagon... the system as it is will fail miserably!

Let's say 1/10 of the cars in LA switched to 250 mile/charge EV's... what do you think will happen when they all finish work for the week and decide to plug in their cars in Friday night? Can you say major blackout?

There isn't sufficient infrastructure to support the switch.  Even if the transition is gradual, there would be a need to build GW of generation capacity, and massively upgraded infrastructure to support the added loads.

I like the solar alternative!  That could and would make the outcome far less devastating.  You need about a 2kW system to operate an "economy" style automobile, perhaps double for an electric minivan.

So given the demand for electricity would double for EV users, I'll leave the price issue to your thoughtful contemplation. 

Please don't get me wrong... I'm all for it!  I'm just pointing out the difficulties.  So when do you want to get started. I'm ready to help, I'm ready to participate.

Please take a look at "ZECFE-WWYP", thanks.

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Are EVs really better in the long run than regular gas powered Vehicles? By: julsruls74 (5 replies) Wed, 03/05/2008 - 18:58