I found an interesting article about the fact that he believes government subsidies for electric are only for the rich. This statement does make sense in the early stages of selling electric cars.  The technology is still in its infancy and it’s main competition has been established for many decades.  So we need an incentive for consumers to begin buying these cars, especially after seeing the massive damage oil is having on our country. And who is going to be buying these cars?  Of course it will initially be those who have the money to spend on a car that is slightly more expensive and requires an electrical charge station in their homes.

Though this statement may be true, you can say the same thing about every major technology that has come our way.  Whether it be the origination of the automobile, computers, cell phones and many more.  All were originally owned by those who had more money, but expanded as the technology became cheaper.

This same logic will apply for Electric Vehicles as well.  As soon as battery technology becomes cheaper, manufacturers will be able to produce cars at competitive prices(if not lower) with traditional gas vehicles.  If that takes some initial incentives by the government, then I am willing to allow the “rich” to benefit initially.

After looking at this entire oil spill situation, I don’t see how anybody can still make an argument against having EV’s being mainstream as soon as possible.  I’m sure many Americans probably feel the same way as I do are are ready to help rid our country gas cars.

What are you thoughts on whether or not electric car tax incentives are only for the rich?

Source: Pays to Live Green

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