While the future has been said to be electric, it seems quieter than we thought! Well, not in the way that you may be thinking.
The buzz that was there is dying down, maybe because of emerging issues like problems with batteries, charging anxiety, and availability of support networks.
Trouble for Porsche and Audi EVs
For example, Porsche is having to recall a lot of its electric Taycans. Why? There’s a chance the batteries could have a problem that might cause a fire.
Audi is having the same issue with some of its electric cars. Both Porsche and Audi are part of the Volkswagen family, and their electric cars use similar parts.
The trouble is with the batteries, which are made by a company called LG Chem. There might be a short circuit in some of them, which could lead to a fire. The tricky part is, Porsche doesn’t know which cars have bad batteries.
What Does This Mean for EV Owners?
If you own one of these cars, you’ll need to:
1. Take your car to a Porsche or Audi dealer
2. Get some new computer software installed to check the battery
3. Only charge your car to 80% until the battery is checked or replaced
Growing Pains for Electric Cars
This isn’t the first time electric cars have had battery troubles.
A while back, Renault’s Zoe, one of Europe’s popular electric cars, had battery degradation issues reported by some owners. While not a widespread safety concern, users reported that the battery capacity diminished faster than expected in some models..
These problems show that electric cars are still new technology, and car companies are learning as they go.
Why Hybrids Might Stay Popular
Hybrid cars use both gas and electricity and have been around longer than fully electric cars, and this has given manufacturers time to address many of their issues.
People might keep buying hybrids because they offer fewer surprises, having been tested on the road for years.
On the other hand, there’s no range anxiety with hybrids.
You can switch to gas if you run out of electricity, and their smaller batteries don’t work as hard as those in fully electric vehicles.
Plus, hybrids are often more affordable than fully electric cars, and which makes them a cost-effective option for many.
What’s Next for EVs?
Don’t count electric cars out yet! These problems are part of developing new technology. Car companies are working hard to make EVs better and safer. In time, these issues will likely be solved, and EVs could become as common and trusted as hybrids are now.
What do you think? Would you buy an electric car, or do you prefer hybrids?
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