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
gabriel nazarrio
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too pricey
How to made EC vehicle less price and more affordable? In my country this EV car cost twofold of a regular LCGC car.. Since my country packed with middle income citizens, still the EV Vehicle wouldn't be an option because of their high price
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To make EVs more affordable, manufacturers can focus on scaling production, improving battery technology to reduce costs, using cheaper and more abundant materials, and streamlining supply chains. Governments can also help by offering subsidies, tax incentives, and investing in charging infrastructure to boost adoption and economies of scale.
You can come to China. China is known for having some of the cheapest EVs in the world due to its large-scale production, government subsidies, and competitive market. Brands like Wuling and BYD offer affordable EVs, such as the Wuling Hongguang Mini EV, which is priced significantly lower than EVs in other countries.
Iris Vasquez
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the cost of purchasing an ev is a concern
Kenneth Owusu
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Governments have to subsidize the cost of new EVs due to benefits in the long run.
Joyce Wu
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It is efficient.
Virginio Mattia
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Agreed. They are good for the environment but too expensive for most.
Natalie Miller
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I agree. Even though these cars are more beneficial, not everyone can afford them. I think they should make them more affordable. I think if they become more affordable, a decent amount of people will buy these cars.
Oliver Lane
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I agree, the cost of electric vehicles is pretty up-there and even impossible for some. Yes, the benefits of an EV may outweigh the cost, but some people simply do not have the luxury of making an investment such as this, nor would they particularly want to if money is the main thing holding them back.
