Advantages And Limitations Of Electric Vehicles

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In order to effectively analyze potential trends of electric vehicle use by consumers in the state of Kansas, we must first understand the technology. What are its advantages that could be appealing to potential consumers? What are its disadvantages? Understanding the technological strengths and limitations of current options in the market will help us arrive at a better conclusion when we compare with consumer needs and preferences.
Electric vehicles have several advantages that have gained a lot of attention across the country. The most widely touted advantage from a societal perspective is reduced emissions, since electric vehicles do not burn fossil fuels for power generation. However, if the electricity source used to charge the electric …show more content…

While it is possible to pull into a gas station and fill up a gas tank in as little as a few minutes, charging the battery of an electric vehicle often takes hours. Some batteries can get up to an 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes, but they require specialized charging stations. Most current electric vehicle owners are only able to charge in their garage overnight. If they are lucky, there might be a compatible charging station near their place of work. Maintenance has also been a concern. Early generation electric vehicles required battery replacements every few years. Battery life has steadily improved in recent years and most modern batteries can last for the life of the vehicle. Proponents of electric vehicles argue that maintenance of an electric vehicle is significantly less than a traditional vehicle since regular oil changes and emission system maintenance is not required. They estimate a savings of about 35%. (Berman, 2016) However, critics argue that service shops for electric vehicles are still considered specialty and charge a premium for services while not yet being widely available. Comparing the advantages and disadvantages as discussed, it easy easy to see why the electric-vehicle market is still in the growth stage and has yet to reach its full potential. With time and future technology advances, we are certain the market will become more viable for manufacturers and

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