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[Markus Berzborn]

I do not think there will be really cheap electric cars in the next few years with sufficient practicability for everyday life.

Regards,
Markus

[TBC]

Originally Posted by Markus Berzborn

I do not think there will be really cheap electric cars in the next few years with sufficient practicability for everyday life.

Which is why I indicated a timeline; admittedly the FN technology currently only makes sense in top end models, hence the purchase of BCL; however as with many innovations, the greater the use, the cheaper the application becomes (computers, mobile phones, ABS, etc) so I don't believe that it will be that long before the technology (extended range electric powertrain) is in general use.

[jimfoz]

Originally Posted by Markus Berzborn

I do not think there will be really cheap electric cars in the next few years with sufficient practicability for everyday life.

Regards,
Markus

Thy are still ridiculously expensive. The 2 electric cars tested on Top Gear recently were Ford Focus segment cars costing well over £30,000 each! To add insult to injury, like mobile phones, the batteries will hold less charge over time and will need replacing at certain intervals - an expensive prospect costing 30-40% of the original price of the car.