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Re: [Phys-L] electric cars



I have a 2005 Prius, have had no trouble with it except a water pump which was a warranty repair. I think the newest models can be plugged in.
Of course this is just anecdotal, take a look at Consumer Reports, that should give you more reliable data.


On Jun 20, 2012, at 11:59 AM, Anthony Lapinski wrote:

I think (and hope) that electric cars will be the future of the automobile
industry, and also help the environment. I know this technology is not
fully developed/advanced.

I am hoping to buy a new car next year or so. I usually keep a car for
over ten years. I mainly drive locally, about 10k mi/yr (25 mi/day). I
know there are some hybrids and electric cars on the market.

Does anyone have an electric car? The kind you can simply plug in at home.
Are the electric cars on the market "reliable"?

Any advice for people thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle? Wait
five years?

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