Originally Posted by
FlyJSH
If one does the math for gasoline, the US would need to increase electricity production about 120% to replace auto fuel. And since every time energy is converted from one form to another efficiency is lost, that 120% is probably more like 150%.
Ahhhh, zero emissions!
Agreed electric is isn’t zero emissions. But it does seem like it could be much more efficient overall. The electric motor itself (as I understand) is more efficient (compared to combustion) and almost maintenance free (no oil changes, longer life span, etc).
The biggest gains, I would think, would be in the taxi. Think about how much fuel we waste just sitting around waiting for takeoff. I'd also assume they engineered some energy recapture in the descent (in lieu of speed brakes)…just like electric cars do instead of using traditional brakes.
…just a layman’s perspective – I’m for whatever the hell works
