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[–] [email protected] 10 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (20 children)

Affordable EVs already exist.

They're called e-bikes and they cost less to purchase than car insurance for a year.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 3 months ago (6 children)

not practical for many canadian cities -- especially ones further north, with temps frequently around -30 degrees. Also not practical for disabled folks.

Also not practical in areas of higher crime, as we dont have secure 'parking' options.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 months ago (2 children)

The problem with this argument is it's preventing infrastructure improvements for everyone else who CAN bike/walk/take the train/bus/whatever.
I don't bike because it's just not safe to do in my area due to car traffic and a lack of bike infrastructure. I would bike and take public transit more if I could.
The maybe 20% of people who are disabled or have other reasons to need a car (like moving large items) can continue using the now much less congested roads, while the rest of people are on alternative transportation.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 3 months ago

I don't ride a bike because that's stupid.

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