Theme 1 – Driving enjoyment of electric vehicles
Many commenters debate whether EVs are “fun to drive,” pointing to instant torque and smoothness versus concerns about weight and cornering.
- “I have an old car I'm not planning on changing but electric cars I've driven just seem quieter, smoother and just better than ICE vehicles.” – Lio
- “Most electric cars are extremely fun to drive due to their extremely high acceleration.” – eigenspace
- “EVs might be fun for drag racing, but if you want to drive on a circuit ICE is still the better option for now.” – crote
Theme 2 – Viability of public transit vs. personal cars
A recurring thread questions whether investing in high‑speed rail and electric buses makes sense, especially in low‑density U.S. cities, and highlights the “last mile” problem.
- “Why don't we just build high speed electrified rail and busses. Why this rollout of electrified golf carts?” – Avicebron
- “Trains can only get you right next to a very small fraction of the city. The rest of the way you have to walk(I call it the ‘last mile’ problem)” – oklahomasports
- “The problem with this in Houston is the disgracefully stupid urban layout that makes it very hard to effectively serve the city with public transit.” – eigenspace
- “Yeah that's because it's not a city. Cities are dense enough to support a bus network or else it's just a town or sprawling suburb.” – fragmede
Theme 3 – Consumer preference for SUVs/trucks (comfort, safety, space)
Commenters frequently explain why larger vehicles remain popular, citing perceived safety, higher seating position, and cargo capacity, while some argue wagons or minivans are more practical.
- “Because they are very comfortable… Driving higher on the road on a wide car has a strong appeal for most people.” – glimshe
- “My little sister is a very petite woman, and drives a massive SUV, when I asked her why she said it makes her feel safer.” – formerly_proven
- “Ironically, larger crossovers have been among the least comfortable cars I have driven.” – crote (showing the debate is nuanced)
- “If you really don't want huge vehicles, you could at least improve ventilation… Air quality and temperature have a massive psychological effect.” – sublinear