Colin Sheridan: Being in charge of an EV induces anxiety
It remains to be seen whether my particular personality traits are conducive to successfully owning an EV. Picture: Denis Minihane
There is a lot of instructional literature associated with purchasing an electric vehicle (EV): Manufacturer manuals, reviews, promotional paraphernalia, and online support groups. There are lots of apps, like charging apps, tyre pressure apps, and car dating apps.
Within the literature is an encyclopedia of information about the cars and batteries and the brave new world you are excitedly becoming a citizen of. What none of it tells you is the fact that should be known above all others: People want you to fail. People close to you, within your inner circle.
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