This is what happens when you hit the gas - Shannon Odell
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In 2015, two men drove a Volkswagen across the US on just over 100 gallons of fuel. Their 81-mile-per-gallon performance doubled the car’s estimated fuel rating, and set the record for the lowest fuel consumption ride of a diesel car. The duo were experts in techniques that maximize fuel efficiency. So, how did their strategy save fuel? Shannon Odell explores what’s going on beneath a car’s hood.
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Meet The Creators
- Script Writer Shannon Odell
- Director Kevin Herrmann, AIM Creative Studios
- Narrator Addison Anderson
- Storyboard Artist Kevin Herrmann
- Animator Kevin Herrmann, Genia Kim
- Illustrator Kevin Herrmann
- Music André Aires
- Sound Designer André Aires
- AIM Creative Studios Producer Tiago Ribeiro
- Director of Production Gerta Xhelo
- Producer Sazia Afrin
- Editorial Director Alex Rosenthal
- Editorial Producer Shannon Odell
- Fact-Checker Charles Wallace
- Expert Consultant Daniel Sperling, Shima Nazari
Amelia Forline
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Reasons why more people don't own EVs.
The cost of getting new cars such as EVs are most likely not in someone's budget. Also, the inconvenience of finding a charging port (most places don't have them), then waiting however long for your car to charge can be quite annoying, whereas pumping gas only takes a few minutes or so.
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More people don't own EVs due to several reasons: high initial purchase prices compared to traditional cars deter potential buyers, despite lower operating costs. The limited range of EVs raises concerns about reaching destinations without needing a recharge, known as range anxiety. Inadequate charging infrastructure, especially in rural or less developed areas, makes it inconvenient to own an EV. There's also a lack of awareness and understanding about EV benefits and how they operate. Finally, concerns about battery life and replacement costs can make potential buyers hesitant. Addressing these issues is crucial for increasing EV adoption.
