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Old 12-05-2021, 10:19 AM   #30
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Originally Posted by FlyingScot View Post
Yes--these are great points. The equation that makes EVs decent is the combination of run time, cost, charging requirements. Obviously, we are there on cars of about $40K or more, and it looks like pickup trucks and more are coming this Spring (Ford Lightning!). But the resistance of moving a boat through water is a lot tougher.

I agree 2 hours is cutting it close. I might need 3 hours to pull the trigger. On the 55mph max, you seem to suggest that's weak. One great thing about EVs is the instant torque--they are much quicker off the line than even the fastest gas cars. So the sensation of speed is amazing. I expect PWCs to be the same.
Acceleration is certainly important, but knowing what I know about company claims, that 55mph estimate is most certainly in perfectly flat water with an 18-pound waifish vegan and, when my rotund suburban dad bod hits the seat, will be closer to 40!

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