Over the course of this year, we’ve been reporting back on the results of numerous surveys we’ve completed surrounding public opinion of electric vehicles, and what may deter any change in perception.
Many of the concerns have often centered around battery capacity and travel distance, but recent announcements could push support for electric vehicles further still.
Both battery capacity and travel distance have been improved dramatically, as the major firms in the EV world continue to innovate and develop new products.
The most recent news comes from Tesla, as they continue to push forward development for electric vehicles. The world’s largest EV provider hosts a yearly event for shareholders and enthusiasts alike to unveil potential changes that may be on the way, with this year focusing on battery day.
The most promising change has been the proposed range increase that will be seen within the next couple of years. Adjustments in cell design, materials being used, and the way these cells are integrated with the vehicle are top of the agenda, with the suggestion being that range could increase up to 54% within the next two years. This could see standard models hovering around the 300 mile range jump up to nearly 500 miles of range, with even more growth being seen in the higher end models.
The other improvement comes in the cost of the improved batteries. The suggestion is that price per KWH could drop by up to 56% with savings being passed onto the cost of a new vehicle. Currently, the price of a new EV is a concern for consumers, so this could help to bridge that gap. Also, with a further announcement that a lower end model being released by Tesla could come around within the next three years, it may continue to drive sales upwards.
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