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Re:What Happened to EVs? by nonethewiser on Thursday January 04, 2024 @12:29AM (#38863408)
> I submit the optimum mix for most Americans right now is roughly 1 EV and 1 hybrid, solar roofing and a battery storage system.

What geographic locations do you have in mind when you’re recommending solar? Youre in basically the best location for it.

Re:What Happened to EVs? by t_tsonev on Thursday January 04, 2024 @08:20AM (#38866661)
As far as the US is concerned, there are no stricly "bad" locations for solar. Even using them in Alaska makes sense.
Re:What Happened to EVs? by davidy123 on Thursday January 04, 2024 @09:08AM (#38867110)
As long as you don't mind constantly removing snow from the panels, hopefully not damaging them in the process.
Re:What Happened to EVs? by t_tsonev on Thursday January 04, 2024 @12:25PM (#38869715)
At these latitudes the optimal slope is 40+ degrees which is pretty steep by roof standards. I don't know how much of an issue it is in practice.
Re:What Happened to EVs? by davidy123 on Friday January 05, 2024 @11:23AM (#38880810)
Snow and ice. Deep snow, deep ice. Layers of ice, then snow, then ice, created within a couple hours. I think even if it slides off, that could cause some damage.