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One example highlighted was a colleague's experience driving from Sydney to Queensland, which extended from a planned 9 hours to over 12 due to frequent charging stops. This inconvenience underscores the current infrastructure limitations and the unpredictable nature of fast-charging availability.
Impact on Vehicle Resale Value
The disparity between advertised and actual ranges has tangible financial consequences. Early electric models like the Nissan Leaf, which initially had a modest 250 km range, have seen their resale values plummet. Many owners opt to upgrade or retrofit their batteries with larger capacities to enhance usability, but overall, the market values these early EVs lower compared to traditional vehicles.