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Automakers must build cheaper, smaller EVs to spur adoption, report says (arstechnica.com)
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[–] 5 points 2 years ago* (2 children)

I still think BMW had the right idea with the range extender on the i3 - make a small electric car, stick a gasoline generator in the boot just in case.

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  • [–] 5 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    Aaaaand they cancelled the i3

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  • [–] 4 points 2 years ago*

    They claim they discontinued it because "customers want bigger EVs", which is half the truth - people want a bigger EV with longer range when they pay $50k for one. I love the i3, but it was an expensive car designed 10 years ago for the market of 10 years ago. Still, the idea was great, I hope other manufacturers eventually see it as the next step for hybrids.

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