• ShepherdPie@midwest.social
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    3 months ago

    We do have affordable EVs. Go look at the used market or a new Leaf. PHEVs are plentiful too. This is about preventing China from putting everyone out of business because the Chinese government has deeper pockets than any of the global auto manufacturers that would be affected by this.

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      3 months ago

      Europe seems to be way ahead… Why can’t US actually make affordable cars that actually work and have some modern features? Meanwhile all EU brands have actual entry model.

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        3 months ago

        The EU is also imposing tariffs on Chinese EVs. What European cars are you referring to specifically that aren’t available in the US?

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      3 months ago

      I would not buy a used Leaf. The batteries on those are short on life, especially on models that don’t have an active thermal management system.