Today, I would like to tell you about the electric internal combustion locomotive. This summer, it is said that we must prepare for extreme heat and rainy season due to climate abnormalities and global warming. It’s the end of June, but I can already feel the summer weather.
In this way, as abnormal signs were seen on Earth, the keyword eco-friendly began to attract attention in the 2020s. The industry most likely to be affected by this influence is the automobile industry.
In addition to restrictions (planned) on existing internal combustion locomotives, subsidy benefits for electric vehicles are provided, so interest and demand for electric vehicles are increasing.
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Electric vehicle with internal combustion engine. What’s different?
An internal combustion locomotive literally means a car powered by an internal combustion engine, that is, a car with an engine (usually the car we drive), and an electric car refers to a car that gets power by driving an electric motor.
As sales of electric cars are rapidly increasing these days, and policies and information about electric cars are being shared, consumers who purchase a car have thought about ‘should I buy an electric car?’.
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Then, from the point of view of the consumer who pays for the cost, which of the electric vehicles with an internal combustion engine is more efficient? Let’s start with the advantages of internal combustion locomotives.
Internal combustion locomotive advantages
1. Gas stations across the country
There are far more gas stations for internal combustion engine vehicles than electric vehicle charging stations. You can tell just by looking at the rest area we often go to. Therefore, even if you run out of fuel, you can stop by the nearest gas station and refuel, and you can refuel anywhere. However, as the number of internal combustion locomotives decreases in the future, the fuel infrastructure will gradually shrink.
2. Charging speed
Refueling at a gas station takes two minutes. Charging is very fast. In the case of an electric vehicle, it takes about 50 minutes to an hour even if it is done rapidly, and it takes about 7 to 8 hours even if it is used with a regular charger, whereas an internal combustion engine vehicle takes much faster.
3. Relatively low insurance cost
As a result of inquiries to the insurance company, electric cars are generally more expensive. Comparing a regular car and a Tesla, it is said that there is a difference of about 1.5 to 2 times.
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Disadvantages of internal combustion locomotives
As you know, internal combustion locomotives are greatly affected by oil prices. Gasoline and diesel price fluctuations vary from day to day, and the fluctuations can be somewhat burdensome when oil prices have risen a lot. In addition, internal combustion locomotives have more parts than electric vehicles, so they have more breakdowns and higher maintenance costs for consumables.
So, what are the advantages of electric cars?
Starting with Tesla, the popularity of electric vehicles is increasing. Now, we can often see vehicles such as Ioniq 5,6, Tesla, and EV6 on the road, and because of environmental issues, there will be more electric vehicles in the future, and greater progress is expected than now.
1. Low maintenance and charging costs
Electric vehicles have very low maintenance costs. It’s because it uses electricity, and it costs 25,000 won for a full charge on a rapid basis. In the case of an internal combustion locomotive, considering that it costs about 80,000 to 100,000 won to fill up once, I think it is a great merit.
2. Smooth driving and acceleration
An electric car that goes out with an electric motor is quite smooth. It’s really smooth. Once you get on it, unlike internal combustion locomotives, there is no vibration, and it’s quite quiet, good-looking, and smooth.
Also, the sense of acceleration is no joke. Electric cars generate maximum output from the start, so you can feel the acceleration like a sports car. [ex. Lotte World’s Atlantis rides]
Disadvantages of Electric Vehicles
The charging infrastructure is still not well established. Electric vehicle chargers are also installed in apartment complexes, but considering that there will be more and more, there are still some shortcomings. However, it is not to the extent that you cannot ride it, and when you go a long way, you should plan ahead while checking the charging station in advance.
finishing up
Today, I compared electric vehicles and internal combustion locomotives like this. Based on a small SUV electric vehicle, when compared to an internal combustion engine vehicle of the same class, the average 13 years is said to be worth riding. Of course, if you’re a heavy driver, you might be able to break even faster.
However, if you consider not only the price, but also the smooth driving, acceleration, high pass discount, and parking space for electric vehicles, you can cover the disadvantages enough.
Also, although the price of Tesla electric cars has risen a lot, domestic Hyundai and Kia electric cars are still worth considering. I hope you read today’s article and have a good driving life in the future. thank you