To clarify, I’m not being argumentative, just stating my view. I don’t wish to offend or stifle anyone’s views. This force feeding of politically motivated everything by our government has worn a sore spot on me, lol! I don’t have the answer, but question everything.
Me too, Fletch. The internet has unleashed every nut case to shout their goofy beliefs, and sadly humans are attracted to the loudest and most outrageous would-be "experts." Witness Trump, a big-mouth sociopath who lies about anyone and anything that doesn't fall in with him. End of my rant.
Lol... no agenda, lol... that’s funny! Everything is powered by some agenda even if we try to rise above. Trump doesn’t hold a patent on anything except being the most publicized “enemy” of the political establishment... which should scream to those who choose to trust the main stream propaganda spewers, or worse, our government, but that’s just my view. Sort of like the double standards on full display that are seemingly being gobbled up by so many. It takes a fighter to fight. He exposed much... to what personal gain? I hate politics, but I hate CAREER politicians more. If anyone can’t see the fuel price/EV push that’s being played out, I have no words. Not that alternative energy is bad, it’s long overdue, this “green energy” push however, is clearly about green backs, not green leaves... and America is being fleeced, which being American, I firmly stand against. We have and are being controlled by big oil/energy via our money, do you honestly believe anything could ever allow that revenue to be ignored? It’s simply being fought for by the power brokers. Mark my words: it will not benefit common citizens of any nation. Personally, I think most of us want much the same things but our opinions are skewed by the various perspectives that are being forced on us by those who wish to control us and our money. As with everything, I look at the science... I also look past it to see the incentives (agendas) behind it and more often than not the true motivations are hidden and the actual cost/benefit factors seldom see the light of day. ie: msm, google, and fact checkers... EVs are of zero use to me or most that I know at present based on mileage limitations. I live in a rural setting, far from the cities. I don’t have a daily commute, but 200 miles is not extreme when I do my running. I will admit that battery technology has come a long way, but there is much behind the scenes and the constant evolution demonstrates the need for much more research. Also, none of the small personal pods being produced would suit me. I drive a truck. I do agree that competition incentivizes invention and often benefits consumers... POTUS Trump shares those values, especially in the health insurance realm. I appreciate and enjoy your input. Back to buckets!
Good point. I don’t know anyone who wishes to harm our environment but we are seemingly forced into one camp or the other if we balk at the latest fad trends. What I find to be very telling is how many environmental mandates forced upon consumers aren’t forced on industry or they are given back door escape clauses, like carbon credits. Seems to me that if anyone was serious about the environment, as opposed to using it to control us pawns, they would start at the top where the majority of pollution is produced. Also, why does the rest of the planet get a pass on it? The likes of China, India, etc are producing much more pollution than American consumers. Funny, we can’t make it because the epa bans production yet it’s produced in foreign countries with substandard processes and materials, often with child labor, and shipped globally to be sold right here where it’s deemed harmful. Yeah, double standards tell the actual tale.
Yep, there is no one-size-fits-all. For the guy who drives a lot, a gas vehicle could be the better choice. There are EV trucks, but they are not cheap. But for those who drive 50 miles/day and want a sedan or SUV, an EV might be the best choice.
There are lots of agendas out there. But I don't have one. I have 5 gas cars and love 'em. But my next daily driver will be an EV. I want to experience the difference, and I will watch closely to see if it was a good idea.
I wasn’t inferring that you had a personal agenda, only that most topics are agenda driven. I’m a die hard skeptic. Experience has been a cruel teacher... faith and trust be damned!
You turncoat !!! hehehehe !!!
