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cmnybo@discuss.tchncs.de 3 weeks agoThe energy density of sodium-ion batteries keeps improving. They are getting pretty close to LiFePO4. Chinese EV manufacturers have started using them. Not everyone needs a super long range, especially in places where there are lots of charging stations available.
psx_crab@lemmy.zip 3 weeks ago
That is exactly the issue with ev sales in a car-centric place right now, people wanted a bazilion miles in single charge. Even with 400km in a single charge most people will still look at it and think they need more, even though they only drive 15km per day and road trip once every 2 years.
B0rax@feddit.org 3 weeks ago
Yes, people don’t know what they need. 400km range is PLENTY of the vehicle can charge fast.