Global EV Sales Hit the Brakes What's Behind the Slowdown 

What makes you think that. This way, I agree with you EV are problems in many things, but why should it have such a giant impact?

@@MotorMasters92744 Depending on whose statistics you see, the grid would have to increase in output by anywhere from 30% to 3 times if all transportation was electric. And we are already getting constant warnings about brownouts and blackouts in our area. One expert told our state's electric coop organization that the only way we could get to the government's targets is if we all want to be Amish.

@@frenchcreekvalley No. Simply NO. If all the EVs presently in North America were to do their charging strictly from the grid, they would consume less than half of one percent of the current production and grid capacity. In fact, a large and growing percentage of EVs are charged from home solar networks, either directly from the solar panels or in night-time low demand timeframe. At the present time, refineries are using more electricity to produce gasoline than all the EVs currently in use. This, of course, will change as ICE car usage declines and EV usage increases, but best estimates are that when 100% of the cars are EVs, the grid capacity will have to increase by 15%. This will require about 3% per year increase. This estimate may be flawed, because home solar installation is increasing faster than anticipated.

@@douglasburnside You are obviously a "greenie". Do you have any idea what percentage of vehicle owners have charge-at-home capabilities vs. live in apartments, etc. ?? Do you have any idea how solar "at home" charging works at night? I could go on and on. How much time have you spent sitting with power company CEO's examining this problem? Where do you think the power companies are going to get all that energy from? Do you have any idea how tough it is these days to even site an EV charging station due to its drain on the grid? Please take the time to learn a bit about electrical power use so you can understand how the energy flows.

Ah, the elusive false data strikes again! We'll get our detective hats on.

Because the argument conservatives give is not true. The amount of pollution from making the car, batteries and mining are much less than the same pollution from making oil and gas from drilling, also even though there is contamination from cobalt, oil spill are much more frequent, have broader and worse impact. At the end of the day the electric car has a better carbon footprint than gas.

@sloglas Thank you for your question! The "greenness" of electric vehicles (EVs) comes from several factors: Lower Emissions: EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, which significantly reduces air pollution, especially in urban areas. Renewable Energy Integration: When charged using renewable energy sources like wind, solar, or hydroelectric power, EVs can be nearly carbon-neutral. Energy Efficiency: EVs are more energy-efficient compared to internal combustion engine vehicles. They convert a higher percentage of energy from the battery to drive the wheels. Reduced Fossil Fuel Dependence: By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, EVs help decrease the environmental impact associated with oil extraction, refining, and transportation. Recycling and Second Life: Advances in battery recycling and the development of second-life applications for EV batteries contribute to reducing the environmental impact. While the production of EVs, particularly their batteries, does have an environmental footprint, the overall lifecycle emissions of EVs are generally lower than those of conventional vehicles, especially as the grid becomes greener. We appreciate your engagement and hope this provides a clearer picture of how EVs contribute to a greener future.

@j01150126 Thank you for sharing your perspective. We appreciate your detailed explanation regarding the environmental impact of EVs compared to traditional gasoline vehicles. You raise important points about the overall carbon footprint and pollution associated with the production and operation of electric vehicles. While it's true that there are environmental concerns with battery production and mining, these impacts are generally outweighed by the benefits of lower emissions and reduced reliance on fossil fuels over the vehicle's lifetime. We're committed to providing balanced and accurate information, and your insights help us understand the broader context. If there was any oversight or error in our previous statements, we apologize and thank you for contributing to a more comprehensive discussion. Your engagement is valuable, and we look forward to furthering this important conversation about sustainable transportation.

@@j01150126 So destroying entire ecosystems basically forever. Battery working only ten years, then dumped to Africa or India. Hazard for poisonus fires all the time. There is no way that EV are greener even if we are only looking CO2 emissions.

@sloglas I agree with you on this, batteries are not really an eco-friendly solution, but what else to use?

It's frustrating to see misleading content still out there despite reports.

We try to be independent and take information from a variety of sources. Why do you think overall EV sales are up?

@@MotorMasters92744 _Why do you think overall EV sales are up?_ Maybe because the Tesla Model Y is _still_ the best selling automobile in the world, and from 10 seconds of research in Wikipedia: _Electric car sales remained strong in the first quarter of 2024, surpassing those of the same period in 2023 by around 25% to reach more than 3 million. This growth rate was similar to the increase observed for the same period in 2023 compared to 2022._ Blocked and muted.

@douglasburnside Thank you for sharing your thoughts and the data you found. We apologize if our previous message seemed dismissive or inaccurate. It’s true that the Tesla Model Y is a significant contributor to the rising EV sales, and your point about its continued success is well-taken. We aim to present balanced information, and it's important to consider various factors influencing EV sales, such as advancements in technology, increased environmental awareness, and supportive government policies. Your input helps us understand different perspectives better. Thank you for engaging in this discussion, and we appreciate your contribution to the conversation.

There is HUGE propaganda from the fossil fuel industry trying to maintain its choke hold on oil and gas profits. Working in a tech company and with defense contractors I can tell the next war is Oil (US & Middle East) vs Battery (China and Asia). This is why Biden is taxing China 100% on EVs instead of practicing REAL Capitalism and letting competition win out. I am not getting involved in the next war, it will be about supporting the fossil fuel industry even if China is "communist" battery power make humanity move ahead.