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Re:Lithium battery costs have fallen by 98% in three decades by Robotbeat on Saturday April 03, 2021 @05:33PM (#26684928)
In part because the MiniEV has really low range (think first generation Leaf) whereas any IC car is gonna be like a Model 3 at least.

200 miles (on the EPA cycle) really is the minimum for a pure electric car IMHO. 250 miles, really. Otherwise it looks like less of a value than an IC car.

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Re:Lithium battery costs have fallen by 98% in three decades by yellowapple on Sunday April 04, 2021 @06:11AM (#26688193)
It seems like there should be a removable gasoline or diesel generator purely for range extension. For day-to-day commutes and errands near home, leave the generator at home and save on weight. For long-distance trips, bring the generator with you.
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Re:Lithium battery costs have fallen by 98% in three decades by baybal2 on Saturday April 03, 2021 @05:55PM (#26685095)
Depends who you ask. For most people in the world, even 60km-80km will be more than enough.
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