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Rivian CEO issues strong statement about people who purchase gas-powered cars: ‘Sort of like building a horse barn in 1910’ (www.yahoo.com)
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Rivian CEO issues strong statement about people who purchase gas-powered cars: ‘Sort of like building a horse barn in 1910’::"I don't think I would have believed it."

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[–] 3laws 17 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

So a $77-82k Suburban is good in your eyes then? How come? Why? Oh wait, you didn't read the quote.

[–] Phrodo_00 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Just because he compared it to a suburban doesn't mean that the Mitsubishi mirage and used Corollas aren't a thing.

And sure the Chevy Bolt is 26k, but that's still 5k more expensive than a new Corolla and has like half the range, and you can fuel the Corolla way faster.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Not with the $7500 federal tax credit, let alone (for CA) residents the tax rebate. It’s not for everyone yet but there’s plenty of people there Bolt is perfect for.

Source: bought one. Is great.

[–] Blooper 4 points 1 year ago

Same. Bolt owner checking in. It's fucking awesome and was - to me and my family- the obvious choice. It's not for everyone, but if you can afford it and your lifestyle allows for it, it's an easy decision.

Slowly but surely EV's will be the default choice. Prices will continue to fall, infrastructure will improve, and gas will get ridiculously expensive. The tide is changing.