I realize there are many variables involved but I'm trying to learn about the cost comparison between driving a small gasoline vehicle (e.g. Honda Fit) and driving an Aptera the same distance, let's say 400 miles.
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I think these are some good ballpark numbers to compare energy costs. But I think to get a better idea of costs, one must factor in total costs potential into the equation. Let's say somebody clips your front wheel in a parking lot. It is going to be easy to for the average person to do because they aren't used to seeing a car with such a wide track and sticking out from the main body. Any mechanical problems with the Honda Fit (a great choice here for diminished CO2 production) can usually be handled by both dealerships and independent garages in every major city. The Fit even has a spare tire in case of tire damage. The Aptera will most likely be flat-bedded back home or to the nearest Aptera service center? Even a 100 mile AAA tow service may not be enough. My EV's are quite a bit cheaper in insurance for the same coverage than my ICE cars. The Fit has the advantage of 4 doors and two additional seats for passengers or cargo. Most of all the Fit is stellar when one looks at its crash test rating. Safety wise it has 6 airbags and we still don't know how many the Aptera will have. last I heard they were talking about seatbelt airbags. I would look into a Fit hybrid if you want to get the best of both worlds. Depending upon the battery size of your Aptera, freeway speeds of 65+ mph, and temperature outside, you may need to have an adequate DC charging system in your planned area of operation. Both vehicles are excellent choices even though one is a car and the other an enclosed motorcycle. I certainly would think twice before tossing the keys over to my 19 y.o niece on the Aptera to take on a long trip.
Well, if you live in or near one of those senior retirement communities in Florida, no car is safe! 😣
The guys at Aptera have mentioned that the lit-up wheel skirts are quite visible to both the driver and others, both day and night. (Perhaps you could wrap yours in a bright day-glow color so they CAN'T be missed. 😎)
They also said replacing those lightweight "pants" would be a very inexpensive DIY job if they did get hit or scraped a curb. Your Honda repair wouldn't be as easy or cheap.
I think these are some good ballpark numbers to compare energy costs. But I think to get a better idea of costs, one must factor in total costs potential into the equation. Let's say somebody clips your front wheel in a parking lot. It is going to be easy to for the average person to do because they aren't used to seeing a car with such a wide track and sticking out from the main body. Any mechanical problems with the Honda Fit (a great choice here for diminished CO2 production) can usually be handled by both dealerships and independent garages in every major city. The Fit even has a spare tire in case of tire damage. The Aptera will most likely be flat-bedded back home or to the nearest Aptera service center? Even a 100 mile AAA tow service may not be enough. My EV's are quite a bit cheaper in insurance for the same coverage than my ICE cars. The Fit has the advantage of 4 doors and two additional seats for passengers or cargo. Most of all the Fit is stellar when one looks at its crash test rating. Safety wise it has 6 airbags and we still don't know how many the Aptera will have. last I heard they were talking about seatbelt airbags. I would look into a Fit hybrid if you want to get the best of both worlds. Depending upon the battery size of your Aptera, freeway speeds of 65+ mph, and temperature outside, you may need to have an adequate DC charging system in your planned area of operation. Both vehicles are excellent choices even though one is a car and the other an enclosed motorcycle. I certainly would think twice before tossing the keys over to my 19 y.o niece on the Aptera to take on a long trip.