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Originally Posted by Locke
I think one of the true tests is going to emerge down the line when it comes down to reliability and repairability.
How well are these things going to fare in the secondary market? How well are their batteries and components to last? How much is maintaining a used one going to cost?
Because not everyone can waltz into a Tesla dealership and just buy one every few years.
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Electric cars should (SHOULD) be much more reliable than combustion cars. There are fewer parts and the systems are less dependent on each other. The obvious exception is the battery, which would need to be replaced periodically. I think that longevity is actually the most important environmental benefit of electric cars.