it takes too long to recharge an EV
EVDL Administrator via EV wrote:> Maybe not for long. Competition is
starting to build for the fastest charge
time. A couple of months ago, Porsche said they plan to develop their own
high speed charging network for their forthcoming EVs. Their goal is to
charge to 80% in 15 minutes.
I just don't "get" the overwhelming focus for fast charging.
Think about it: How often do you "need" it? Most people drive about the
same distance every day. Most EVs are charged at home, so every day you
start out with a "full tank", and can do all your daily driving without
needing public charging.
If fast charging is so vital, how come the market isn't flooded with
fast chargers for cellphones, laptops, power tools, and all our other
battery-operated toys?
My impression is that if people have to pay *extra* for fast charging,
they won't do it. It's a feature; but in the "nice to have, but I won't
pay extra for it" category.
hydrogen offers the convenience of a quick refuel; similar to
an ICE refill.
More importantly (though not for us), it offers the petroleum companies a
chance to retain full control over vehicle fueling infrastructure.
Exactly right! The idea that we can charge at home (especially with free
solar energy), must strike terror into their hearts.
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