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Automakers must build cheaper, smaller EVs to spur adoption, report says (arstechnica.com)

submitted 1 year ago by boem@lemmy.world to c/technology@lemmy.world

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[–] Maggoty@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This. Just this, so much. How much would a battery, an electric engine and safety shit cost?

[–] evranch@lemmy.ca 9 points 1 year ago

I've seen conversion kits for old trucks under $10k. So there's your answer.

Unfortunately said kits are often lacking in range unless you're willing to fill your truck box with batteries, because you can't really retrofit a "skateboard" style battery.

I literally want that skateboard with seats and a steering wheel. Hell, give me a diesel burning heater and a washer fluid bulb I have to stomp on like I have in my old truck, I'm not picky