Zell, Chris wrote:
If you really think that "millions" want one of these toys, then successful niche builders like the Japanese should be making them.
Yes. I think millions want them and the Japanese should be making them. But up until this year, they did not think so! Now they are introducing some pure EVs. They should sell in Japan, China and S. E. Asia, but I doubt they can compete with hybrids in North America. Our driving distances are too long.
Alternative energy has never gotten mainstream because businesses know that their plans could collapse anytime the Saudis ( the swing producers) OPEN UP A VALVE and pump $20 a barrel oil.
That's true, but it is no longer the case. Production is probably maxed out. - Jed
