Seems just a little insane -- Quickest Truck

[Brando]

 

[raptor5244]

It is strange, we have found a way to make a vehicle faster but less fun and engaging. Since going fast in an EV is relatively easy, I think manufacturers are going to have to focus on other aspects of the driving experience to appeal to enthusiasts. Sound, handling, styling, weight, suspension dynamics, driving engagement, etc. are all going to play a much more important role than just being crank out lightning fast 0-60mph times. In the not too distant future, your typical soccer mom EV minivan is going to knock out 3 second 0-60mph times, but that doesn't mean it will be any fun to drive.

 

[Brando]

It is strange, we have found a way to make a vehicle faster but less fun and engaging. Since going fast in an EV is relatively easy, I think manufacturers are going to have to focus on other aspects of the driving experience to appeal to enthusiasts. Sound, handling, styling, weight, suspension dynamics, driving engagement, etc. are all going to play a much more important role than just being crank out lightning fast 0-60mph times. In the not too distant future, your typical soccer mom EV minivan is going to knock out 3 second 0-60mph times, but that doesn't mean it will be any fun to drive.

I wish all those "driving enthusiasts" would avoid commuter times, so my commutes were faster. All that "stop & go" is mind/soul numbing.

I did notice all the shoppers & sales people at StealerShips were talking about "Sound, handling, styling, weight, suspension dynamics, driving engagement, etc." while shopping for their cars & trucks. /s

 

[TRIFECKTA]

It is strange, we have found a way to make a vehicle faster but less fun and engaging. Since going fast in an EV is relatively easy, I think manufacturers are going to have to focus on other aspects of the driving experience to appeal to enthusiasts. Sound, handling, styling, weight, suspension dynamics, driving engagement, etc. are all going to play a much more important role than just being crank out lightning fast 0-60mph times. In the not too distant future, your typical soccer mom EV minivan is going to knock out 3 second 0-60mph times, but that doesn't mean it will be any fun to drive.

I think that is the next stage of the competition for EVs. Speed started off as a novelty, and I think it will continue to grow. But, I agree other driving factors, will be the differentiators.

 

[ThomasD]

Now convince the average middle class and lower middle class person to spend an extra 15 to 20 K more for an electric vehicle over an ICE vehicle

 

[TarmacSurfer]

So don’t.

You’ll recoup that and more with fuel savings. Not to mention reliability. But that’s just one guy’s opinion. I like my Tesla and would never go back.