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Cleantech has an enshittification problem

On July 14, I'm giving the closing keynote for the fifteenth HACKERS ON PLANET EARTH, in QUEENS, NY. Happy Bastille Day! On July 20, I'm appearing in CHICAGO at Exile in Bookville.

EVs won't save the planet. Ultimately, the material bill for billions of individual vehicles and the unavoidable geometry of more cars-more traffic-more roads-greater distances-more cars dictate that the future of our cities and planet requires public transit – lots of it.

But no matter how much public transit we install, there's always going to be some personal vehicles on the road, and not just bikes, ebikes and scooters. Between deliveries, accessibility, and stubbornly low-density regions, there's going to be a lot of cars, vans and trucks on the road for the foreseeable future, and these should be electric.

Beyond that irreducible minimum of personal vehicles, there's the fact that individuals can't install their own public transit system; in places that lack the political will or means to create working transit, EVs are a way for people to significantly reduce their personal emissions.

In policy circles, EV adoption is treated as a logistical and financial issue, so governments have focused on making EVs affordable and increasing the density of charging stations. As an EV owner, I can affirm that affordability and logistics were important concerns when we were shopping for a car.

But there's a third EV problem that is almost entirely off policy radar: enshittification.

An EV is a rolling computer in a fancy case with a squishy person inside of it. While this can sound scary, there are lots of cool implications for this. For example, your EV could download your local power company's tariff schedule and preferentially charge itself when the rates are lowest; they could also coordinate with the utility to reduce charging when loads are peaking. You can start them with your phone. Your repair technician can run extensive remote diagnostics on them and help you solve many problems from the road. New features can be delivered over the air.

That's just for starters, but there's so much more in the future. After all, the signal virtue of a digital computer is its flexibility. The only computer we know how to make is the Turing complete, universal, Von Neumann machine, which can run every valid program. If a feature is computationally tractable – from automated parallel parking to advanced collision prevention – it can run on a car.

The problem is that this digital flexibility presents a moral hazard to EV manufacturers. EVs are designed to make any kind of unauthorized, owner-selected modification into an IP rights violation ("IP" in this case is "any law that lets me control the conduct of my customers or competitors"):

https://locusmag.com/2020/09/cory-doctorow-ip/

EVs are also designed so that the manufacturer can unilaterally exert control over them or alter their operation. EVs – even more than conventional vehicles – are designed to be remotely killswitched in order to help manufacturers and dealers pressure people into paying their car notes on time:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/07/24/rent-to-pwn/#kitt-is-a-demon

Manufacturers can reach into your car and change how much of your battery you can access:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/07/28/edison-not-tesla/#demon-haunted-world

They can lock your car and have it send its location to a repo man, then greet him by blinking its lights, honking its horn, and pulling out of its parking space:

https://tiremeetsroad.com/2021/03/18/tesla-allegedly-remotely-unlocks-model-3-owners-car-uses-smart-summon-to-help-repo-agent/

And of course, they can detect when you've asked independent mechanic to service your car and then punish you by degrading its functionality:

https://www.repairerdrivennews.com/2024/06/26/two-of-eight-claims-in-tesla-anti-trust-lawsuit-will-move-forward/

This is "twiddling" – unilaterally and irreversibly altering the functionality of a product or service, secure in the knowledge that IP law will prevent anyone from twiddling back by restoring the gadget to a preferred configuration:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/19/twiddler/

The thing is, for an EV, twiddling is the best case scenario. As bad as it is for the company that made your EV to change how it works whenever they feel like picking your pocket, that's infinitely preferable to the manufacturer going bankrupt and bricking your car.

That's what just happened to owners of Fisker EVs, cars that cost $40-70k. Cars are long-term purchases. An EV should last 12-20 years, or even longer if you pay to swap the battery pack. Fisker was founded in 2016 and shipped its first Ocean SUV in 2023. The company is now bankrupt:

https://insideevs.com/news/723669/fisker-inc-bankruptcy-chapter-11-official/

Fisker called its vehicles "software-based cars" and they weren't kidding. Without continuous software updates and server access, those Fisker Ocean SUVs are turning into bricks. What's more, the company designed the car from the ground up to make any kind of independent service and support into a felony, by wrapping the whole thing in overlapping layers of IP. That means that no one can step in with a module that jailbreaks the Fisker and drops in an alternative firmware that will keep the fleet rolling.

This is the third EV risk – not just finance, not just charger infrastructure, but the possibility that any whizzy, cool new EV company will go bust and brick your $70k cleantech investment, irreversibly transforming your car into 5,500 lb worth of e-waste.

This confers a huge advantage onto the big automakers like VW, Kia, Ford, etc. Tesla gets a pass, too, because it achieved critical mass before people started to wise up to the risk of twiddling and bricking. If you're making a serious investment in a product you expect to use for 20 years, are you really gonna buy it from a two-year old startup with six months' capital in the bank?

The incumbency advantage here means that the big automakers won't have any reason to sink a lot of money into R&D, because they won't have to worry about hungry startups with cool new ideas eating their lunches. They can maintain the cozy cartel that has seen cars stagnate for decades, with the majority of "innovation" taking the form of shitty, extractive and ill-starred ideas like touchscreen controls and an accelerator pedal that you have to rent by the month:

https://www.theverge.com/2022/11/23/23474969/mercedes-car-subscription-faster-acceleration-feature-price

Put that way, it's clear that this isn't an EV problem, it's a cleantech problem. Cleantech has all the problems of EVs: it requires a large capital expenditure, it will be "smart," and it is expected to last for decades. That's rooftop solar, heat-pumps, smart thermostat sensor arrays, and home storage batteries.

And just as with EVs, policymakers have focused on infrastructure and affordability without paying any attention to the enshittification risks. Your rooftop solar will likely be controlled via a Solaredge box – a terrible technology that stops working if it can't reach the internet for a protracted period (that's right, your home solar stops working if the grid fails!).

I found this out the hard way during the covid lockdowns, when Solaredge terminated its 3G cellular contract and notified me that I would have to replace the modem in my system or it would stop working. This was at the height of the supply-chain crisis and there was a long waiting list for any replacement modems, with wifi cards (that used your home internet rather than a cellular connection) completely sold out for most of a year.

There are good reasons to connect rooftop solar arrays to the internet – it's not just so that Solaredge can enshittify my service. Solar arrays that coordinate with the grid can make it much easier and safer to manage a grid that was designed for centralized power production and is being retrofitted for distributed generation, one roof at a time.

But when the imperatives of extraction and efficiency go to war, extraction always wins. After all, the Solaredge system is already in place and solar installers are largely ignorant of, and indifferent to, the reasons that a homeowner might want to directly control and monitor their system via local controls that don't roundtrip through the cloud.

Somewhere in the hindbrain of any prospective solar purchaser is the experience with bricked and enshittified "smart" gadgets, and the knowledge that anything they buy from a cool startup with lots of great ideas for improving production, monitoring, and/or costs poses the risk of having your 20 year investment bricked after just a few years – and, thanks to the extractive imperative, no one will be able to step in and restore your ex-solar array to good working order.

I make the majority of my living from books, which means that my pay is very "lumpy" – I get large sums when I publish a book and very little in between. For many years, I've used these payments to make big purchases, rather than financing them over long periods where I can't predict my income. We've used my book payments to put in solar, then an induction stove, then a battery. We used one to buy out the lease on our EV. And just a month ago, we used the money from my upcoming Enshittification book to put in a heat pump (with enough left over to pay for a pair of long-overdue cataract surgeries, scheduled for the fall).

When we started shopping for heat pumps, it was clear that this was a very exciting sector. First of all, heat pumps are kind of magic, so efficient and effective it's almost surreal. But beyond the basic tech – which has been around since the late 1940s – there is a vast ferment of cool digital features coming from exciting and innovative startups.

By nature, I'm the kid of person who likes these digital features. I started out as a computer programmer, and while I haven't written production code since the previous millennium, I've been in and around the tech industry for my whole adult life. But when it came time to buy a heat-pump – an investment that I expected to last for 20 years or more – there was no way I was going to buy one of these cool new digitally enhanced pumps, no matter how much the reviewers loved them. Sure, they'd work well, but it's precisely because I'm so knowledgeable about high tech that I could see that they would fail very, very badly.

You may think EVs are bullshit, and they are – though there will always be room for some personal vehicles, and it's better for people in transit deserts to drive EVs than gas-guzzlers. You may think rooftop solar is a dead-end and be all-in on utility scale solar (I think we need both, especially given the grid-disrupting extreme climate events on our horizon). But there's still a wide range of cleantech – induction tops, heat pumps, smart thermostats – that are capital intensive, have a long duty cycle, and have good reasons to be digitized and networked.

Take home storage batteries: your utility can push its rate card to your battery every time they change their prices, and your battery can use that information to decide when to let your house tap into the grid, and when to switch over to powering your home with the solar you've stored up during the day. This is a very old and proven pattern in tech: the old Fidonet BBS network used a version of this, with each BBS timing its calls to other nodes to coincide with the cheapest long-distance rates, so that messages for distant systems could be passed on:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FidoNet

Cleantech is a very dynamic sector, even if its triumphs are largely unheralded. There's a quiet revolution underway in generation, storage and transmission of renewable power, and a complimentary revolution in power-consumption in vehicles and homes:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/06/12/s-curve/#anything-that-cant-go-on-forever-eventually-stops

But cleantech is too important to leave to the incumbents, who are addicted to enshittification and planned obsolescence. These giant, financialized firms lack the discipline and culture to make products that have the features – and cost savings – to make them appealing to the very wide range of buyers who must transition as soon as possible, for the sake of the very planet.

It's not enough for our policymakers to focus on financing and infrastructure barriers to cleantech adoption. We also need a policy-level response to enshittification.

Ideally, every cleantech device would be designed so that it was impossible to enshittify – which would also make it impossible to brick:

Based on free software (best), or with source code escrowed with a trustee who must release the code if the company enters administration (distant second-best);

All patents in a royalty-free patent-pool (best); or in a trust that will release them into a royalty-free pool if the company enters administration (distant second-best);

No parts-pairing or other DRM permitted (best); or with parts-pairing utilities available to all parties on a reasonable and non-discriminatory basis (distant second-best);

All diagnostic and error codes in the public domain, with all codes in the clear within the device (best); or with decoding utilities available on demand to all comers on a reasonable and non-discriminatory basis (distant second-best).

There's an obvious business objection to this: it will reduce investment in innovative cleantech because investors will perceive these restrictions as limits on the expected profits of their portfolio companies. It's true: these measures are designed to prevent rent-extraction and other enshittificatory practices by cleantech companies, and to the extent that investors are counting on enshittification rents, this might prevent them from investing.

But that has to be balanced against the way that a general prohibition on enshittificatory practices will inspire consumer confidence in innovative and novel cleantech products, because buyers will know that their investments will be protected over the whole expected lifespan of the product, even if the startup goes bust (nearly every startup goes bust). These measures mean that a company with a cool product will have a much larger customer-base to sell to. Those additional sales more than offset the loss of expected revenue from cheating and screwing your customers by twiddling them to death.

There's also an obvious legal objection to this: creating these policies will require a huge amount of action from Congress and the executive branch, a whole whack of new rules and laws to make them happen, and each will attract court-challenges.

That's also true, though it shouldn't stop us from trying to get legal reforms. As a matter of public policy, it's terrible and fucked up that companies can enshittify the things we buy and leave us with no remedy.

However, we don't have to wait for legal reform to make this work. We can take a shortcut with procurement – the things governments buy with public money. The feds, the states and localities buy a lot of cleantech: for public facilities, for public housing, for public use. Prudent public policy dictates that governments should refuse to buy any tech unless it is designed to be enshittification-resistant.

This is an old and honorable tradition in policymaking. Lincoln insisted that the rifles he bought for the Union Army come with interoperable tooling and ammo, for obvious reasons. No one wants to be the Commander in Chief who shows up on the battlefield and says, "Sorry, boys, war's postponed, our sole supplier decided to stop making ammunition."

By creating a market for enshittification-proof cleantech, governments can ensure that the public always has the option of buying an EV that can't be bricked even if the maker goes bust, a heat-pump whose digital features can be replaced or maintained by a third party of your choosing, a solar controller that coordinates with the grid in ways that serve their owners – not the manufacturers' shareholders.

We're going to have to change a lot to survive the coming years. Sure, there's a lot of scary ways that things can go wrong, but there's plenty about our world that should change, and plenty of ways those changes could be for the better. It's not enough for policymakers to focus on ensuring that we can afford to buy whatever badly thought-through, extractive tech the biggest companies want to foist on us – we also need a focus on making cleantech fit for purpose, truly smart, reliable and resilient.

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https://pluralistic.net/2024/06/26/unplanned-obsolescence/#better-micetraps

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My dad and I are planning to go to the Tulsa zoo for the first time in 20 years, what are your can't-miss zoo exhibits?

You're in for a treat, they've done a lot to make it a lot nicer than it was.

Right up front: You can rent wheelchairs or electric scooters now if you need one. It's $30 for a scooter which is more than I think it should be, but at least they're there. Bring some $1 and $5 bills and some quarters if you want to get souvenir coins or pressed pennies. Gift shop employees usually know where the machines are, there's multiple throughout the park but they move occasionally. (I collect these so I plan around them.)

The new elephant habitat just opened, a BADLY needed improvement, I was very uncomfortable with where their male was housed, he was showing stereotypic behavior. They knew it was an issue and instead of halfassing something they just made something totally new and apparently really amazing. I haven't been to see it yet, but we are going very soon. They're redoing a big part of that side to be a better savannah exhibit, actually, so the east side of the park is a bit sparse.

The rest under a cut. I love our zoo.

Definitely hit the Malayan tiger exhibit, which is close to the front and can be easily visited no matter what other parts of the park you want to see. The female just had babies and I think the daddy is still there too, so even if she isn't out, he might be. The tigers are very comfortable with people. Genuinely. They are often very close to the glass. I have seen them almost every time I have been. Also close to the entrance are the snow leopards, siamangs, and red pandas/binturongs. One siamang female had a baby early last year and they are both beautiful, I got to see the baby when she was VERY NEW. Such tiny hands! Perfect little thing!

The old old old string of four(?) connected buildings devoted to different habitats and stuff have undergone some light remodeling, but last I saw were still rather underwhelming and the exteriors are pretty decrepit now. They were blocked off last time I was there for some repairs and renovations so IDK what they have done or if they are open yet. Ask at the front if you intend to go through but I wouldn't necessarily plan on it unless it's significantly nostalgic for you. The Arctic building is open AFAIK and the zoo's brown bear is out front for the time being, and you don't have to go inside to see the outside of the enclosure. She REALLY likes hanging out near the window and scaring children by opening her mouth suddenly so you might see her.

Hit the Amazon rainforest. It's really nice, and the old lady jaguar auntie besties/girlfriends are there. Chel has been there since she was a baby and I had a really cool interaction with her when she was young so I feel personally attached. Not sure if you ever were there, but they have done a little work on it inside and it's even nicer than it was. There's a part with dart poison frogs! Just hopping around in the open!

The reptile and avian building way in back needs expanding, I think they are redoing it soon? Don't wear yourself out going there. There is however a quiet indoor area right near there for families with autistic kids who need a break and I think also nursing parents?

We are freshly down to one lion who I think is elderly and doesn't come out much, and that whole run of exhibits that used to have bear, lion, tiger, and snow leopard is sort of abandoned right now as they have plans to redo it all, so don't go that way. There are some animals there, I think a bear and one other critter? But it isn't the best use of time.

On the east or southeast, the meerkats are lively and curious and actively seem to enjoy coming over to look at humans. Penguin exhibit is good, and the sea lions. I have never seen the African painted dogs, their area has a lot of cover.

If you have limited time or just tire easily, USE THE TRAIN. Rides are not too expensive. Either take the train to the very back and walk out, or walk to the back and take the train out. Riding TO the back takes you east, it's a pretty ride past a lot of stuff you might want to skip on foot, riding FROM the back takes you west, past a lot of stuff worth seeing, so I recommend going from back to front. It's less tiring anyway. Once you're tired you're already headed out.

Museum gift shop staff are predominantly queer and in my experience they know a lot about what is going on in the zoo in general and probably that day. They might have local zoo honey available right now. Ask, and if they do, get some, it's incredible. The flowers there are abundant and lovely and the honey is incredibly flavorful in a layered way that single-crop honey isn't.

If you see a docent in a building, please talk to them. They LOVE their job and AFAIK are still all volunteers. They have their speeches they give to groups, yes, but if you catch them alone they have even more interesting stuff to share that isn't calibrated for people new to the basics and is more entertaining. The elderly white lady often near the tigers and Komodo dragons is just great. She loves those lizards so much.

If you are on SNAP, you get in I think free, and with a guest.

I have to say and want to acknowledge that the Tulsa Zoo used to be terrible. Jane Goodall shit-talked it, okay? Like, I won't repeat what she said because I don't think it was on record and if it wasn't intended for the public I don't want to put it out there, but it was savage, and painfully accurate. (My ex and I did some docent training there, until I had to drop out because I caught a cold. The Goodall story was relayed by the head primate zookeeper.)

But because they have been CONSTANTLY devising new exhibits and finishing very cool improvements I am comfortable supporting them even though parts of it do still need work.

There's a couple of very wealthy donors and organizations that contribute IMMENSELY to the zoo and to our museums and parks and libraries, and most of the big renovations were done with those grants. Those donors aren't going anywhere, they are genuinely behind the things they support, so it will just continue to get better, and patronage helps show donors and investors and the zoo itself that the work they have done is appreciated. The Tulsa Zoo's rejuvenation is a real success story and I am very proud of them.

It used to be so bad but now they have stuff like the Lost Kingdom with the tiger skybridge and the Komodo dragons and the beautiful architecture and landscaping, and you can see what they're consistently moving towards. More room, and more room back where you can't SEE it so the animals can chill away from people (if one of the newer enclosures look small, there is probably a lot of room in back). The bigger animals are never forced to be close to people. (For reptiles and other smaller critters this is not universal, but they are working on it.)

Anyway yeah it's not that big or flashy I guess but it's ours and I do love it and it keeps getting better.

I hope you have a great time! Let me know!

[llatuna-angel]

WEEK 9-10 INSIGHTS

1. PC Magnet Computer Center The store grew because it treats customers well and offers quality services. Its mix of selling computers, accessories, and internet services helps it stand out. By relying on word-of-mouth and follow-ups, it has built a loyal customer base. To grow, it needs to expand carefully while keeping its good reputation. Opening new branches and staying updated with the latest technology trends could help attract more customers.

2. Cafetol Cafetol became popular by creating a cozy, friendly space for students and workers. Its fun perks like birthday promos and social media activity make it unique. Customers enjoy its homey atmosphere and the variety it offers. To grow, it should keep its warm atmosphere while adding new ideas and locations. Building a stronger online presence and introducing seasonal promotions could also boost its appeal.

Prima Electric Vehicles Company (Gecko Bike Depot) This shop promotes eco-friendly travel with e-bikes and scooters, which appeals to seniors, students, and others. It’s a great idea for today’s world as people look for sustainable options. It also offers repair services, making it a one-stop shop for green commuters. However, with only two staff, it will need to grow its team to keep up with demand. Expanding partnerships with suppliers and improving marketing efforts could help it reach more customers.

Blue Dragon Foods Quicky’s is loved for its tasty food and great service. It connects with customers through social media and word of mouth, plus offers senior discounts. The use of local suppliers gives it a community-focused identity. As it grows, it needs to stay connected to its community while improving its menu and adding branches. Investing in advanced technology for ordering and delivery could make it even more convenient for customers.

Tapsi Boi Tapsi Boi Velez is famous for its delicious Filipino meals and serves students, professionals, and families. It’s easy to access with options like take-out, delivery, and curbside pickup. Discounts for seniors and PWDs show its inclusiveness and care for the community. To grow, it should keep its food quality high and explore new places to open. Expanding its menu and using social media more creatively could help bring in even more customers.

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WEEKLY BLOG 9-10

Meeting Food Cravings

Blue Dragon Foods and Tapsi Boi represent Cagayan de Oro's vibrant food culture. Blue Dragon Foods, founded in 2021, has developed an audience with its takeout and lunch services, relying on social media to build a loyal customer base. Their dedication to great service and local sourcing reflects a growing trend among consumers who prefer comfort and convenient dining options. Tapsi Boi, noted for its iconic Filipino dishes like as Tapsilog, serves a wide customer by providing a variety of service choices, including delivery and curbside pickup. Both restaurants are doing more than just feeding tummies; they are also developing community hubs where price and excellence meet.

The Cafetol, a newly opened coffee shop in 2023, contributes to this food spot by providing a comfortable place particularly for students and office workers. Cafetol, according to owner Miss Milkie, not only serves drinks but also delightful merienda choices, resulting in a shared hub where guests can relax and enjoy their time. Their plans for future growth, including product innovation and market expansion, demonstrate a strong commitment to satisfying changing customer needs.

Promoting Sustainable Transportation

In the side of sustainable transport, Prima Electric Vehicles Company (Gecko) stands out by providing eco-friendly transportation solutions through electric bikes and scooters. Founded in 2016, Gecko appeals to environmentally conscious consumers, including students and seniors, by offering discounts that encourage green commuting. Their focus on making life easier for customers aligns with a broader societal shift towards sustainability, showcasing how businesses can contribute positively to environmental challenges.

Addressing Tech Needs

On the tech part, PC Magnet Computer Center has become a reliable source for computer sales and repairs since 2017. Their strong word-of-mouth referrals highlight the importance of customer satisfaction in building a loyal clientele. By maintaining close contact with customers and focusing on quality service, PC Magnet not only meets the tech needs of the community but also fosters trust and reliability.

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Electric Vehicles EV: Best Methods on How To Maintain Them

les of electric scooters & all electric vehicles EV, in general, are skyrocketing! EV rides are favoured due to its eco friendly, cost effective options & a few other preferences over a traditional scooter/motorbike run by fuel tanks.

Even though EV servicing in India is emerging to some extent, EV users can still keep a regular check through DIY methods.

Practical tips to maintain an electric vehicle EV health

If you are looking for a TVS two wheeler repair shop or Authorised TVS Service Centre, Himaalayaa TVS Service & Parts is the right choice for you.

We offer a range of TVS two wheeler services including servicing for E scooter TVS iQube.

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Buy Online Electric Bike: The Future of Personal Transportation

The transportation landscape is rapidly changing, with electric bikes becoming an increasingly popular choice for many people. As urban areas become more congested and environmental concerns grow, electric bikes offer an attractive solution. They combine the benefits of traditional cycling with the power and convenience of modern technology. If you are considering making the switch to an electric bike, here are some compelling reasons why you should, along with a comparison to other modern transportation devices like the self-balancing hoverboard and electric scooter.

Why You Should Buy an Electric Bike Online?

Eco-Friendly Transportation: One of the primary reasons to choose an electric bike is its environmental impact. Electric bikes produce zero emissions, making them a green alternative to gas-powered vehicles. By choosing an electric bike, you contribute to reducing air pollution and reliance on fossil fuels, helping to create a cleaner, healthier environment.

Cost-Effective: Electric bikes are more affordable in the long run compared to traditional cars and even some public transportation options. The cost of electricity to charge an electric bike is significantly lower than the price of gasoline. Additionally, electric bikes require less maintenance, as they have fewer mechanical parts than cars and are less likely to need costly repairs.

Health Benefits: While electric bikes provide power assistance, they still require pedaling, which means you get exercise while commuting. This makes them a great option for those looking to improve their fitness levels without the intensity of traditional cycling. Riding an electric bike regularly can help you stay active, burn calories, and improve cardiovascular health.

Convenience and Speed: Electric bikes offer the convenience of avoiding traffic jams and parking problems. They can easily navigate through tight spaces and are allowed in many areas where cars are not. With speeds reaching up to 20-28 mph, electric bikes are faster than walking or traditional cycling, making them a time-saving option for commuting.

Versatility: Electric bikes are versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes, from daily commuting to leisurely rides. They are equipped to handle different terrains, including city streets, hills, and even rough trails. The added electric assistance makes it easier to carry heavy loads, such as groceries or work equipment, without feeling exhausted.

Comparing Electric Bikes to Other Electric Transport Options

Self-Balancing Hoverboards

Self-balancing hoverboards have gained popularity, especially among younger users, for their fun and futuristic appeal. However, they are primarily designed for short distances and recreational use. While they are portable and easy to carry, hoverboards are not ideal for longer commutes or carrying heavy items. They also require a flat, smooth surface to operate efficiently, which limits their use in many urban and rural environments. In contrast, electric bikes can cover greater distances, handle various terrains, and are more practical for everyday commuting.

Electric Scooters

Electric scooters are another popular alternative, offering a compact and efficient way to travel. They are easy to use and can reach higher speeds than hoverboards. Electric scooters are a great option for short commutes and can be easily folded and carried onto public transportation. However, electric bikes have the advantage of a more comfortable riding position and the ability to carry passengers or cargo. They also offer better stability and safety, especially on uneven surfaces.

Conclusion: 

Buying an electric bike online offers a convenient way to explore a wide range of options, compare prices, and read reviews from other customers. Many online retailers provide detailed specifications and user guides, making it easier to choose the right model for your needs. Plus, online shopping often comes with discounts and offers that you may not find in physical stores.

Electric bikes represent the future of personal transportation, combining efficiency, sustainability, and practicality. Whether you're looking for a new way to commute, improve your fitness, or simply enjoy the freedom of riding, an electric bike is a wise investment. With the added benefits over other electric transport options like self-balancing hoverboards and electric scooters, electric bikes stand out as a superior choice for those looking to embrace a modern, eco-friendly lifestyle.

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Hidden Costs of Buying an Electric Scooter

Hidden Costs of Buying an Electric Scooter

Electric scooters are becoming increasingly popular in India due to their eco-friendliness, cost-effectiveness, and convenience. However, like any significant purchase, there are hidden costs that potential buyers need to be aware of. In this blog, we will explore these hidden costs in detail and how Vegh Automobiles offers solutions to minimize them.

Electric scooters are a fantastic alternative to traditional petrol scooters, offering numerous benefits such as lower running costs and reduced environmental impact. But, have you ever considered the hidden costs associated with owning one?

Upfront Costs

When you think about buying the best electric scooter in India, the first thing that comes to mind is the electric scooter price. While the initial cost of an electric scooter might seem high compared to a conventional scooter, it’s essential to consider what you’re getting for your money. High-speed electric scooters, for example, come with advanced features and better performance, which justifies their price.

Battery Replacement Costs

One of the most significant hidden costs of electric scooters is battery replacement. Batteries have a limited lifespan, and depending on usage, you might need to replace them every few years. The cost of a new battery can be substantial, impacting the overall cost of ownership. When considering an electric scooter price, it’s crucial to factor in potential battery replacement costs.

Charging Infrastructure

Charging your electric scooter at home might seem convenient, but what about when you’re on the go? The availability of charging stations can be a challenge. The charging scooter price includes not only the cost of electricity but also the infrastructure required to charge your scooter efficiently. Investing in a home charging station can add to the initial costs, but it’s a necessary expense for many electric scooter owners.

Maintenance and Repairs

While electric scooters generally require less maintenance than petrol scooters, they are not entirely maintenance-free. Components like tires, brakes, and electronic systems need regular upkeep. Additionally, finding a reliable service center or electric scooter dealership for repairs can sometimes be challenging, potentially leading to higher maintenance costs.

Insurance Costs

Insuring your electric scooter is another hidden cost that many people overlook. While insurance premiums for electric scooters are generally lower than those for petrol scooters, they still add to the overall cost of ownership. It’s important to shop around for the best insurance deals and understand what’s covered under your policy.

Depreciation

Just like any other vehicle, electric scooters depreciate over time. The rate of depreciation can vary based on the brand, model, and overall condition of the scooter. Understanding how much value your scooter will lose over time is crucial when considering the total cost of ownership.

Government Policies and Subsidies

The Indian government offers various subsidies and incentives for electric vehicle buyers, which can significantly reduce the upfront cost. However, these subsidies vary by state and can change over time. Staying informed about current government policies and subsidies can help you save money on your purchase.

Resale Value

The resale value of electric scooters can be lower than that of petrol scooters due to concerns about battery life and overall performance. When planning to buy an electric scooter, it’s essential to consider how much you can recoup if you decide to sell it in the future.

Electric Scooter Showroom Near Me

When searching for an electric scooter showroom near me, it’s important to visit multiple showrooms to compare models, prices, and features. Vegh Automobiles has several showrooms across India, providing easy access to our latest models and expert staff to help you make the right choice.

Conclusion

Buying an electric scooter is a significant investment, and understanding the hidden costs can help you make a more informed decision. From battery replacement to charging infrastructure, maintenance, and insurance, these costs can add up. However, with brands like Vegh Automobiles, you can minimize these hidden expenses and enjoy a cost-effective, eco-friendly ride.

FAQs

1. What is the average cost of an electric scooter in India?

The cost varies widely based on the model and features, ranging from INR 77,999 to INR 1.2 lakhs.

2. How often do I need to replace the battery of an electric scooter?

Typically, scooter batteries last between 3 to 5 years, depending on usage and maintenance.

3. Are there enough charging stations available in India?

While the number of charging stations is growing, availability can still be a challenge in some areas.

4. Is insurance for electric scooters expensive?

Insurance for electric scooters is generally cheaper than for petrol scooters, but it’s still an additional cost to consider.

5. Can I get subsidies for buying an electric scooter?

Yes, the Indian government offers various subsidies and incentives for electric vehicle buyers, but these can vary by state.

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