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Originally Posted by cRiPpLe_rOoStEr
And it doesn't really seem to lead to an improvement to the average Joe, who even if could afford a new "eco" car would most likely go out of budget if a complex repair is needed, in contrast to how some shade-tree mechanic would solve any issue a small-block Chevy may have. Some folks seemingly don't remember an EV will also need some maintenance once in a while, and are not simply cheaper to dispose of and replacing with a new one like any other home appliance, and they tend to see cars basically as just another appliance.
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New car buyers don't make repairs. They purchase a new car in 3 to 5 years before they have to deal with issues.
I suspect EVs will be easier to maintain in every regard except battery degradation.
My expectation for any hybrid or electric car would be brake pads that last the lifetime of the vehicle, for example. I'd only need to grease the slide pins periodically.