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But you cannot own any EV because they are internet connected proprietary trash. Fully open source hardware is essential to democracy. Proprietary, internet connected vehicles are dystopian fascism. Democracy is fundamentally incompatible with trust in anyone else. Trust is a fascist political structure. Citizens in a democracy have a requirement to be informed and skeptical of all sources. Skepticism is the antithesis of trust. Trust is for halfwit fools victimized by cons.
Dude are you ok?
Let him cook, he's right.
are you
Bicycles and walking is the way buddy
Literally talking to a guy that committed to 100% bike at 400+ miles a week for 4 years in all weather, and raced crits before the 6th +1 crash with 2 SUVs disabled me with a broken neck and back while commuting to work long before lithium e-bikes were a thing. I still ride but it is now physical therapy. I'm likely the most hardcore roadie you'll ever encounter. I did 66 mile daily commutes for years 6 days a week rain wind hail lightning or shine
Have you seen new combustion cars? The tracking technology is the same in both. The only difference is that there aren't many old EVs to compare to.
I would love to not need a car, but I'll settle for an EV if I can disable the tracking.
I doubt connected cars will go away. It is very practical. Allowing to root the vehicle and providing documentation might be compatible with modern consumer expectations.
I have a Peugeot iON. Bought it second hand, I doubt the constructor even knows my name. No app, no GPS, I plug my charger in our AC outlet when I park. Never had to charge it outside home.
I agree that the more open source, the more freedom, but there is a world between "We will upload your every move to feed MechaHitler" and a full open source car.
I see what you mean but I have a strong disagreement with that formulation. Trust is a fundamental tool in building a society. But trust must be earned and chosen, not forced on someone.
And you provide this? Or are you more of a keyboard warrior type?
Check out the upcoming Slate electric trucks. They have no modem and use your phone to do (optional) software OTAs.