The Capitol Hill Show | Episode 10 | Electric Vehicles: The Future or a Fool’s Folly?

Tim Constantine dives into the hot topic of electric vehicles. Biden’s administration is mandating that by 2030, 50% of all cars sold must be EVs or hybrids, with that number rising to 70% by 2032. Raising significant questions about the government's authority to enforce such mandates and the implications for the automotive industry and consumers.

While some Americans are embracing EVs and enjoying their benefits, the practical challenges of charging and the higher costs remain deterrents for many.

Do EVs really save the environment in the long run? Are they a viable option for individuals and businesses? Find out on this episode of The Capitol Hill Show.

[Brad-sbdk]

What a crap BEV hit piece. Why were all the so called experts senior citizen Republicans who never owned an BEV? Why did you only talk to one BEV owner?

[Dihorse]

Talking about EV without reference to China advancement in battery, EV cars and their actual implementation in the market is a joke.

[pastewax-pk]

2 hours for charging?
Majority of the EVs today charge between 20~30 min from DC fast chargers.
If she is talking about level 2 charger, they require 6~8 hours of charging. I don't understand where this 2 hours charging time comes from?

[php]

Wow what a hit piece you can see the oil oozing out of the corners

[dnzgnhz]

Not enough power is not EV fault.. its the government not doing its job

[TheMighty_T]

I'm in Europe, so that might change the experience. Been an owner of a 24kwh nissan van (env200) for over two years now, and everything accept the range (90 miles per full charge) has been great.

I've saved over 5000 euro on fuel costs alone compared to driving my previous petrol car. And zero maintenance cost so far.

Even with the short range of this first-gen van, we've driven to Belgium from France and it is perfect for day trips to the beach on the weekend. On top of that I can honestly say this has been my best, most trouble free, cheap to run vehicle ever.

I'll be back in a diesel 4x4 at some point as I plan to move the family to a remote Pacific island, and I will miss having an EV.

Just my anecdotal evidence, and it is sad to see the misinformation push-back from the fossil fuel industries pushing stories like in this film.

[dao]

Obviously we need a competent leader who can solve problems instead of just passing mandates without detailed planning, . RFK Jr is our best bet, by far.

[sunnywu]

at 7.10 . This woman says poor people cannot afford a EV. Does she really know a Chinese basic model EV cost less than 8000K USD? Are many Americans live in basement and never come out?

[amandagrant]

Of course, EV has shortcomings, but its advantages are also outstanding.
I still believe that EV is the future.

[eoky]

A classic proof that the American people still think that US = World 🌎. Haha

[vivalaleta]

EVs require far less infrastructure than gas cars.

[ketutjojo]

If people do not wamt ev why usa need to put 100 persen tarip to Chinese ev???

[ronaldwong]

Fools folly, copper is $3..00 a pound.

[mokulashi]

When West is winning, EV is the future; When China is winning, is it Future or Fool? Come on, future or not, its up to the market, and China is largest EV market . West falls into the debating loops again just like highspeed train, 10 years after, EV is everywhere in China with latest/better battery tech while West still debating

[eis]

Many of these "Experts" are quoting really old new. Batteries are almost totally recyclable now. I agree the government should not mandate that people have to buy EVs. Economics and infrastructure improvements will make this happen. ....like when we went from horses to cars.
Edit: after watching the whole video, your agenda is clear based on your data and "experts". It was really stupid to base your info of legacy car experts and republican chants. (I'm an old republican). There are more tesla chargers than Chevron gas pumps. You neglected to note how much more the government has subsidized gas. The number one selling car, including gas cars, was the Tesla Model Y. COME ON! I just realized, you are paid by the oil companies. Nuf said.

[Agwings]

EV's are environmentally cleaner where they're being used, but not overall worldwide

[akennedystocks]

Interesting they don't have Tesla commenting! They would debunk 100% of what they are negatively saying.

It is not more costly to recycle batteries. This guy is totally wrong. Tesla pretty much recycles ALL of their batteries.

Also that guy is at a Tesla supercharger, it no way takes 45 minutes. 25 minutes at most!

Love the lady, "when I talk to auto dealers". Other than Tesla, auto STEALERSHIPS can't make money on electric cars. Oh wait nobody wants wants an electric car:

Here's Tesla's annual revenue from 2020 to 2023:

2023: $96.77 billion, 18.80% growth

2022: $81.46 billion, 51.35% growth

2021: $53.82 billion, 70.67% growth

2020: $31.54 billion, 28.31% growth 

The reason the government is investing in electric cars is because the legacy AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS are lobbying the government for more money because Tesla is going to put them ALL OUT OF BUSINESS!

Bottom line, nice commercial for oil and gas!

[SamBroadway]

For the remainder of my life I will never have enough money to buy one of these vehicles

[dannydenison]

(Ev>gas vehicle) < public transportation

[robinandelizabethhill]

This video is either embarrassingly uninformed or it must be considered as oil lobby propaganda. The experts don't seem to understand what they are speaking about. It doesn't take 2 hours to charge an EV. "Rare earth" elements are a specific group of elements that are not needed for EVs. If you start from the abundant evidence that it is good for the economy and health to stop burning fossil fuels as quickly as possible, we either make EVs work or it is back to horses. So a video such as this should be discussing whether our future would be better with EVs or horses. EVs are improving rapidly. It is wrong to think about today's EVs in 2030 or 2032. By then EVs will be cheaper and better and few people will want to choose an ICE vehicle. We have to recognize that fossil fuels are the past and we have great emerging opportunities as we leave fossil fuels behind.