I don't have a TV, so I am watching programmes on my laptop with I-player. I realised yesterday that during breaks, 3out of 5 adverts are on cars......why is this happening all of a sudden???? out of these there was one inspired by environmental issues: the Toyota Hybrid Range.
So I got a bit curious about this, as so far I have only seen these electric cars running (or strolling) around London, and to be honest from a girl's point of view I don't find them attractive at all......not even with pink colour (just saw one on Friday near my workplace).....I decided to have a look around a bit and see what's out there. As I am really not an expert, I will not go into much technical details, just mostly looking at the photos ;)and related topics, issues...
The one for today:
ELECTRIC CARS:
An electric car is a plug-in battery powered automobile which is propelled by electric motor(s).
Pros and cons:
+ no emission at all
(electricity could be more commonly produced by water and wind
+ energy efficient
- too heavy batteries can affect performance
- charging issues: 12hr to charge, availability of charging stations
- only 100 miles on a single charge, commuting is difficult, more for short-range city driving
The biggest - is the design for me....they look too compact and just not very trendy...I know you might think that it is not really the purpose of it anyway....but does it have to be ugly just because it is environmentally friendly????
For me they are not appealing at all...have a look and decide if you like it.
Soon I will discover other sustainable cars with sleek designs, then you can pick and chose which one you prefer ;) and please comment on this: especially if you are using one, would be great to hear your opinions! Thanks.
