Yes and no Luke. Why you are
Yes and no Luke. Why you are accurate in your assessment as to what constitutes " wealthy" in North America, you've missed one or two key points of fact. The average median family income in the U.S. for 2012 was $51,000, with a high of $70 K Maryland ( you know D.C.) and Mississippi @ $30 K.. The nation as a whole is teetering on the edge of insolvency. Today in the US., there are more cars on the road,10 years or older, than at any time in recent history. While we can point to the average retail price of an I.C. automobile as a justification for EV pricing, sales remain lack-luster due to the general condition of the U.S. and World economy. And that other thing, available quick-charge infrastructure. Remember Luke: 65% of all American households rent... And yes, the EV will remain a toy for the "wanabe" Eco conscious, well- heeled 2 percent-er... for years to come. It's just a matter of time before D.C. abandons federal subsides for EV manufacturing and consumer purchase. Thanks for the informative read.