Warning from users: “Think carefully before buying electric cars”
A driver in the UK is warning the community after the uncomfortable experience with the newly bought electric car less than half a year ago.
Rob Alcock – Managing a hotel – shared that he felt disappointed when his electric car only runs more than 120 miles (about 193 km) after each full charge, although the manufacturer announced the range of up to 209 miles (about 336 km).
“I bought a car with the expectation of a green, economical and modern vehicle. But in fact it made me disappointed,” Mr. Rob said.
Not only was disappointed in the scope of actual activities, Mr. Rob was also shocked to try to sell the car after 3,000 miles of use (nearly 4,800 km). The agent announced that his car was depreciated$ 19,000After only 4 months – a depreciation he called “unbelievable”.
“I am not against the electric car, but people need to know what is waiting for them. The advertising numbers are sometimes very different from reality,” he added.
After sharing his experience on social networks, Mr. Rob’s story quickly received attention with hundreds of comments, many people sympathized and gave the same advice:Try driving reality and thoroughly research before investing in electric cars.
In the context of electric vehicles being widely encouraged as an environmental solution, Mr. Rob’s story is a reminder thatConsumers need to fully equip information before making an important decision.
