Rod HiltonOnce again for the folks in the back.
I figure I should stay the hell away from his cars and rockets.
FelichsNow ask yourself why Toyota, with all their experience, resources and partnerships haven't just gone full electric already.
Kevin Lyda@felichsdakatze @rodhilton Because they have huge capital investment in engine factories.
@lyda @rodhilton
Combustion engines are complicated, expensive and need to be frequently changed.
As a percentage of their business, the foundries would be a relatively small portion of their capital allocations, and they still need foundries for other parts. The overheads of design and development are where the money goes.
Electric motors get rid of a whole bunch of problems. It really isn't the motor that is the issue. It's keeping it powered, reliably, and conveniently.
@felichsdakatze @rodhilton I've driven EVs for five years. It's not as complicated as you think.