RE:RE:RE:Zero Emission Cars - CanadaI classify EV in the disposable electronics catergory.
In 8-10 years owners need to replace EV battery.
During that time, new battery formulation can takeover, more complex design, new formulation make recycling very costly. (IE recycling cost > end product value). More tax subsidy needed to fund the recyclers. A well maintained ICE car can last much longer than 8-10 years.
PabloLafortune wrote: I'm keen to find out in the next few years the resale value and depreciation of these EVs. The Nissan Leaf albeit the first electric car for very early adopters is horrendous. 8 year old vehicles with 85,000 km selling for $7,000 on Autotrader. Whereas Corollas - which were half the price to begin with - with 200,000 km sell for the same or more. Probably a lot easier to sell too.