My truck is a proud 17 year
My truck is a proud 17 year old Ram 2500. I bought it new. It has towed 3 boats, carried 4 kayaks, bikes, carried heavy loads to build a house or two, taken us on long trips around the USA and it's time to buy something new. Being near the end of 2021 I see auto makers huge shift to EV's, oil production halted here in the US, fuel prices climbing everyday, dependence on OPEC and now I hear Ford may roll out the F-150 lightning (beating Tesla truck to the gates) early. Bottom line is, I need a truck. I need it to be dependable in cold temps, long distance trips, good towing abilities and I'm not sure the F-150 lightning will do this....even with the hype of it's towing capabilities the battery will lose 30% efficiency towing!! that sucks! . The EV leaves me with a lot of concerns...how does that battery handle a small fender bender? How much is it to replace the battery? Is insurance higher for this reason? What if I go skiing and the temps drop below zero and I want to go home....will this EV get me home after sitting in freezing temps for several hours? I may have to lease my next truck...either an ICE or EV just to get an idea where things are going. Another issue is the antiquated power grid across the USA. I think that needs to be addressed first. I lose power at home often and it can be for day...shall I charge the EV with my gas generator? EV's are the future...but, I think the emotional idiots are rushing things and there will be unnecessary headaches ahead.