The Project's Kate Langbroek reveals reason for rejecting electric cars
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As technology advances, it also introduces new ways that redefine our daily life.
From smartphones and smart home devices, we are now seeing the advent of electric vehicles (EVs) on the streets.
In a candid exchange on The Project, Kate Langbroek revealed her staunch opposition to jumping on the EV bandwagon—a stance that led to a fiery debate.
In a conversation aired on live TV, Langbroek expressed her personal scepticism about the practicality of EVs.
'Isn't it funny that when we don't want something that we're supposed to want, it's called "misinformation"?' she questioned, challenging the narrative that EVs are a 'must-have'.
'The reason I don't have one is because of information—I don't want to have to wait four hours to charge my car,' she explained.
Langbroek's circumstances further fuel her reluctance.
'I don't have a garage. I don't have off-street parking. How am I going to charge my car?' she asked.
Her comments came after fluctuating EV sales, as several reports indicated a 44 per cent drop in Tesla sales in April despite slashing prices.
The downward trend is not isolated to Tesla; overall EV sales were down by five per cent despite their growing popularity over the past three years.
Her co-presenter, Waleed Aly, quickly countered Langbroek's position, suggesting that her concerns were overblown.
'All you're doing is comparing last year to this year and then saying they're down five per cent at a time of a cost of living crisis,' he retorted, implying that the decline in sales could be attributed to broader economic pressures.
The debate took an unexpected turn when Langbroek questioned the decision to run the story on EV sales at all, to which Aly could only respond with, 'I don't know.'
Co-host Sarah Harris indicated that the EV market might be saturated with early adopters who already purchased their vehicles.
'I think you get the early adopters with any new technology, right? Everyone rushes towards it, like when the iPhone comes out,' Harris pointed out.
Langbroek likened the adoption of electric cars to the rise and fall of CD players.
'It's like how my dad was with a CD player, and you know what? It turned out he was right! Who has a CD player now?' Langbroek followed up.
Her comparison highlighted the uncertainty that can accompany new technology and the possibility that innovations may not stand the test of time.
Despite the debate, the EV market continues to evolve, with significant price reductions making headlines.
Tesla's Model Y saw a $11,400 price cut, while the Peugeot e2008 and GWM Ora also became more affordable.
These price adjustments reflect a dynamic industry finding its footing in the market.
The federal government's projections for EV adoption have also seen a dramatic shift.
Prior to the 2022 federal election, Labor anticipated that 89 per cent of new car sales would be EVs by 2030.
However, recent estimates from the Federal Transport Department suggest that EVs may only account for 27 per cent of new car sales by the same year—a drastic drop from the initial estimate.
You may watch Langbroek and Aly’s discussion here:
Source: The Project/YouTube
Langbroek's candid remarks ignited a broader conversation about electric vehicles and its future in Australia.
As the nation grapples with the challenges of transitioning to cleaner energy and sustainable modes of transportation, debates like this one underscore the considerations that come into play—whether personal or communal.
How about you, members—have you considered purchasing an EV, or do you share Langbroek's reservations? Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
From smartphones and smart home devices, we are now seeing the advent of electric vehicles (EVs) on the streets.
In a candid exchange on The Project, Kate Langbroek revealed her staunch opposition to jumping on the EV bandwagon—a stance that led to a fiery debate.
In a conversation aired on live TV, Langbroek expressed her personal scepticism about the practicality of EVs.
'Isn't it funny that when we don't want something that we're supposed to want, it's called "misinformation"?' she questioned, challenging the narrative that EVs are a 'must-have'.
'The reason I don't have one is because of information—I don't want to have to wait four hours to charge my car,' she explained.
The Project hosts Kate Langbroek and Waleed Aly had varying opinions on electric vehicles, fuelling a heated discussion on-air. Image Credit: YouTube/The Project
Langbroek's circumstances further fuel her reluctance.
'I don't have a garage. I don't have off-street parking. How am I going to charge my car?' she asked.
Her comments came after fluctuating EV sales, as several reports indicated a 44 per cent drop in Tesla sales in April despite slashing prices.
The downward trend is not isolated to Tesla; overall EV sales were down by five per cent despite their growing popularity over the past three years.
Her co-presenter, Waleed Aly, quickly countered Langbroek's position, suggesting that her concerns were overblown.
'All you're doing is comparing last year to this year and then saying they're down five per cent at a time of a cost of living crisis,' he retorted, implying that the decline in sales could be attributed to broader economic pressures.
The debate took an unexpected turn when Langbroek questioned the decision to run the story on EV sales at all, to which Aly could only respond with, 'I don't know.'
Co-host Sarah Harris indicated that the EV market might be saturated with early adopters who already purchased their vehicles.
'I think you get the early adopters with any new technology, right? Everyone rushes towards it, like when the iPhone comes out,' Harris pointed out.
Langbroek likened the adoption of electric cars to the rise and fall of CD players.
'It's like how my dad was with a CD player, and you know what? It turned out he was right! Who has a CD player now?' Langbroek followed up.
Her comparison highlighted the uncertainty that can accompany new technology and the possibility that innovations may not stand the test of time.
Despite the debate, the EV market continues to evolve, with significant price reductions making headlines.
Tesla's Model Y saw a $11,400 price cut, while the Peugeot e2008 and GWM Ora also became more affordable.
These price adjustments reflect a dynamic industry finding its footing in the market.
The federal government's projections for EV adoption have also seen a dramatic shift.
Prior to the 2022 federal election, Labor anticipated that 89 per cent of new car sales would be EVs by 2030.
However, recent estimates from the Federal Transport Department suggest that EVs may only account for 27 per cent of new car sales by the same year—a drastic drop from the initial estimate.
You may watch Langbroek and Aly’s discussion here:
Source: The Project/YouTube
Langbroek's candid remarks ignited a broader conversation about electric vehicles and its future in Australia.
As the nation grapples with the challenges of transitioning to cleaner energy and sustainable modes of transportation, debates like this one underscore the considerations that come into play—whether personal or communal.
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