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In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have gained popularity for their environmental benefits and technological advancements. However, along with this rise in popularity, there has also been a growing perception that EVs are associated with leftist ideologies. But can you really just enjoy the design and feel of an EV without being politically labeled? Let’s explore this topic further.
## Why are EVs considered leftist cars?
1. **Environmental Impact**
– EVs are often seen as a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. This association with environmental consciousness is often aligned with leftist ideologies that prioritize sustainability and conservation.
2. **Government Policies**
– Many governments around the world have implemented policies and incentives to promote the adoption of EVs. These policies are often driven by leftist political parties that aim to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.
3. **Technological Innovation**
– EVs represent a shift towards clean energy and technological innovation. This association with progress and forward-thinking ideals is often associated with leftist values.
4. **Pop Culture**
– In popular culture, EVs are often portrayed as futuristic and socially conscious vehicles. This imagery can contribute to the perception of EVs as being aligned with leftist ideals.
## Can I just enjoy the design and feel of an EV without being politically labeled?
Absolutely! While EVs may be associated with certain political ideologies, at the end of the day, they are just cars that offer a unique driving experience. Here are a few reasons why you can enjoy an EV without being politically labeled:
1. **Driving Experience**
– EVs often offer a quiet and smooth driving experience thanks to their electric motors. Whether you enjoy the instant torque or the sleek design of an EV, there’s no need to associate these qualities with any particular political ideology.
2. **Technological Advancements**
– EVs are at the forefront of automotive technology, with features like regenerative braking and over-the-air updates. Regardless of your political beliefs, you can appreciate the innovation and convenience that EVs bring to the table.
3. **Cost Savings**
– EVs can offer cost savings in the long run, thanks to lower maintenance costs and potential fuel savings. These practical benefits are appealing to drivers of all backgrounds, regardless of their political leanings.
4. **Personal Preference**
– At the end of the day, your choice of vehicle should be based on your personal preferences and needs. Whether you’re drawn to the design, performance, or environmental benefits of an EV, you shouldn’t feel pressured to conform to any political labels.
In conclusion, while EVs may be associated with leftist ideologies due to their environmental and technological attributes, you can definitely enjoy the design and feel of an EV without being politically labeled. Whether you’re drawn to the driving experience, cost savings, or technological advancements of EVs, there’s no need to let politics dictate your choice of vehicle. So go ahead and enjoy the ride! 🚗💨
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The demand for EVs is a response to climate change. To the right, climate change is a conspiracy.
The only people politically labeling EVs are braindead, right-wing shitheads. Who gives a fuck what they think?
Conservatives are not big fans of change (with the exception of undoing recent changes and going back to how it was). That means they end up supporting whomever is rich and powerful–after all, they were successful in this system so they don’t want any changes either.
Right now, oil companies are hugely powerful and hate EV cars. Therefore, conservatives are against it. And if they’re against it, they tend to label it liberal, leftist, etc. to justify their position.
Then there’s climate change, which is championed by liberals. Liberals like EV cars, so conservatives feel they have to be against it. Classic tribalism, that is. Whatever they want, we don’t!
Haha – couple of months ago I saw a Let’s Go Brandon sticker on a Tesla.
Progressive things are seen as liberal because that’s inherently what it means. Liberalism is open to new ideas while conservatism wants to keep the status quo or conserve (sometimes even regress to a certain point).
That isn’t allowed good sir. If you own an EV, you obviously believe in climate change which is totally leftist propaganda and false science meant to scare us good hard workin folks and take money from the pockets of billionaires
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Put some truck nuts on it and confuse everyone.
Someone gave me a $7500 coupon to buy an EV. As a result I bought a new car as opposed to a used more discounted vehicle. What could be more American than that?
I’m a pretty conservative leaning guy. I’m totally on board with electric vehicles. Electric vehicles allow for more energy independence.
Don’t confuse online with real life, I have never had anyone ask about my EV politically at all since I have had it. More than likely no one ever will.
Going even further: I have always been surprised that Tesla fell on the wrong side of the conservative agenda.
Here’s a car made in the US with more American parts than any other brand, invented here in the US, headquartered in the US, providing many tens of thousands of jobs to US workers. And also the cars were never marketed as green – unlike the Leaf and Bolt the cars had limited green branding and no advertising, the cars looked modern, and are wicked fast. Should be something Americans are proud of.
Leftist? No. Liberal? Yes.
Some people are too one dimensional to see both sides of the coin. Yes, it can reduce your carbon footprint, but the cost savings (which conservatives should be behind) cannot be overstated.
We bought our new base M3 last year for $39k. We got an extra $7500 back on our taxes, so essentially $32k. You get the tax break at purchase now, so you can get a brand new sporty car for $32k. We were looking at comparable Kias, Subarus, and Toyotas, but the upfront cost (after the rebate), was very comparable.
So we are starting with a virtually identical starting cost, let’s add service and operating costs.
An average oil change here is about $80. We’d need probably 3/year, so that’s $240 just for oil. Don’t have that with the Tesla.
Brake pads pretty much don’t wear on an EV due to regenerative braking, so that’s $1000 every 3-4 years we can save.
Then you have the miscellaneous expenses that WILL come up. Fuel filter? Alternator? Plugs and rotar? We’d almost certainly have to replace them once or twice in the first 10 years. EVs don’t have them.
What maintenance does the EV need by comparison? Washer fluid. That’s really all the manual mentions. It does brake fluid and battery health should be checked every few years, but the fluid (“oil”) in an electric motor is synthetic and enclosed, so it should never need service. The car constantly checks battery cell health, and if it needed to be serviced in the first 10 years, it’s covered under warranty.
Some argue tires need to be replaced more often, but that’s mostly because you can easily burn out. If you drive it like you own it, you shouldn’t have to replace tires any quicker.
So already we are saving thousands in maintenance with this car. Fuel savings are a whole other story.
The car gets 270 miles of range and it costs $7.80 to fill up. But really it doesn’t because I also have solar. I know people like to claim all ICE cars get 500+ miles of range, but every car I’ve owned has only gotten about 350 on a tank, with a tank ranging between $40-$80. You don’t even have to bother with math to realize how much cheaper an EV is to run, it’s just no contest. Sure, hybrids can close this gap, but then you have the maintenance costs of an ICE and EV combined.
It’s too cheap to drive an EV for us to get anything else as our daily driver.
Don’t take it personally… Everything has been politicized, including EVs.
Nice try, Lenin
Culture war nonsense. If you want an EV get one
Don’t worry. Whereas EV’s are considered leftist, Cars as a whole are right wing. So you remain comfortably neutral!
Just make sure you don’t ride too much public transit.
I’ve had coworkers that have tried to make an issue of me installing conduit and wiring to the car chargers at work political. I stay neutral and tell them that I really don’t care and it gives me a job to do but that’s not always enough.
I would make the point they’re not leftist cars as most working class people can’t afford these cars.Â
Tell them you’re doing it because “America first”. Teslas are designed and built in America with more American parts than anything else on the road.
Then, go on about how it’ll also show the Saudis the geopolitical middle finger because no hard-working, self-respecting American needs their motor oil or gasoline/diesel from those darn middle-east people.
Then, point out how much of their vehicle is sourced from foreign countries in an accusatory manner.
Bonus points if you accuse the Saudis or other countries of being communists.
If they say that your car is gay as if that’s supposed to be some insult, you can simply tell them that their vehicle’s giant size is “*definitely* not for attracting other dudes” (or if it’s a small one, it’s a small car for submissive betas who also are shit at parking). Also mention how much faster a tesla is gonna be for extra measure.
Bullshit is easily redirected to make anything sound bad to any point of view. This’ll confuse them.
IDK, I feel like it’s the opposite. If I see someone in a Tesla, I assume they’re an Elon worshipping a-hole.Â
Doesn’t right wing worship Elon?
I’m a conservative and I’d like to have an EV, just not paying 55k + for one. I drive a LOT. Did just buy the wife a Toyota Crown hybrid, 40mpg is awesome.
Just be a leftist you pussy
Yeah I don’t pay attention to this nor do I care. Get what car you want. I would never double check to make sure a car wasn’t liked by a group of people, UNLESS that group of people is previous owners who don’t like the car due to poor reliability.
Because media has convinced people everything is political. Children books, food, cars, sports, plants, milk…….water…… etc
In the US? No. EV = libtard here. EVERYTHING is politicized
Because for some people think not wanting to kill the fucking planet is a political statement. Yea I know, how divisive