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1. bix6 · 1789503085 · focus · HN ↗

   Can anyone speak to the long term impacts of this? Like is gas going to remain high for years (or even worse get rationed) and I should trade in for an EV now?

   1. karmakurtisaani · 1789503219 · focus · HN ↗

      Get the EV. They're better anyway.

      1. bix6 · 1789503333 · focus · HN ↗

         Yes they’re better. But it’s very expensive to get the EV I want that would replace my current cars capabilities.

         1. Rohansi · 1789503415 · focus · HN ↗

            I'm curious what specific capabilities you're referring to here.

            1. bix6 · 1789503577 · focus · HN ↗

               I have an outback with AT tires and I can fit my surfboards inside. I don’t want a compact. Rivian R2 is tempting but esspensive.

               1. medler · 1789504386 · focus · HN ↗

                  Subaru dealers near me have the Trailseeker, an EV comparable to the Outback, listed around $35k

                  1. bix6 · 1789504909 · focus · HN ↗

                     Ooo nice I wrote Subie off after the Solerra flop but I’ll take a look

                     1. medler · 1789505155 · focus · HN ↗

                        The Solterra got a lot better in the 2026 model year. It’s not a bottom-tier EV anymore. (Disclosure: I have one)

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