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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Mach-e or the Hyundai/Kia would be where I would start.  [/quote]

If you're planning to install a rapid charger at home, then focus on the Hyundai/Kia which can charge 10 to 80% in 20 minutes at a fast charger location.[/quote]
see.. why do people buy teslas if Hyundais/Kias EVs are so good?

I'm gonna either get a Hyundai EV or plugin hybrid.  I loathe Musk.[/quote]

The Tesla charging network is really extensive.  It makes it so easy.  I also hate musk. We bought ours before it was obvious what an ass he is.  But he really did something impressive in building that network of chargers across the country.  I don’t think other cars can use them, but teslas can use any charger.[/quote]

This is the crux of the problem. Lots of EVs on the market with NO plan for a charging network. It's not like gas stations, which are everywhere. Tesla delivered on a robust strategy and other automakers seem content to just make the cars and leave their customers hanging. It's fine if you want another car, but you better be aware that you will struggle to actually use your car for a trip.[/quote]

It’s because other EVs and PHEVs use a universal charger. I assume this was intended to contribute to real universality, leading to more widespread adoption. There’s no single market leader to fund and install universal charging infrastructure, though maybe that will change with the Ford F-150. Ford has been very proactive about EVs and PHEVs and hybrids, more than other U.S. automakers, i think.

In contrast, Tesla did a very specific thing and then installed their own charging infrastructure, which benefits only Tesla drivers. I’d expect that of Elon Musk, tbh.[/quote]
Yea, this won't fly in Europe. See Apple and phone charger in Europe.[/quote]

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