In some people's mind, if a car without the thundery sound from engine can only be called a toy. I understand that they really don't like electric cars. Maybe they are right if we think driving as a sport, because I never saw a electric car competes in a race. A gas powed car with an excellent gearbox usually makes somebody feel excited. As for common people, we usually consider the cost we spend on a car. In that case, an electric car is economic. A new thing usually comes along with other problems. The advantages of electric cars made the price of used-cars(gas powed cars)dropped down in order to keep a certain market share. Common people have more choices to reduce their cost on a vehicle. After all, an used-car is much cheaper than a new electric car. In addition, if you don't live near a chage station, charging your car is another very annoying problem. I have seen someone put a foldable scooter scooter in their trunks. After charging their car in a place where is a bit far from their home, they ride the scooter back home, but you should make sure that there is enough room to hold a scooter in your trunk. In fact, after we sloved the problem about charging, we have never thought about how to get rid of the used batteries in the future!