Currently, electric cars are even less reliable than gasoline cars

In recent years, electric cars have experienced exponential growth in the market. This is due to a series of factors, such as increasing awareness of climate change, government policies supporting electric mobility and improving the performance and autonomy of these vehicles.

There is a lot of talk and writing about electric cars, and a study by the American organization Consumer Reports (CR) has also been published, which concluded that electric cars are 79% less reliable than gasoline vehicles.

This study has been widely disseminated by the media, and has contributed to reinforcing the idea that electric cars are second-class cars. However, it is very important to note that CR's study is based on a survey of car owners, and does not take into account factors such as vehicle age or mileage.

In reality, the reliability of electric cars is constantly improving. According to a study published in 2023 by the consulting firm J.D. Power, the reliability of electric cars has improved by 20% in the last three years. But it must be taken into account that many electric cars are manufactured by new manufacturers who need to gain experience.

Therefore, the perception that electric cars are less reliable than combustion vehicles may be a myth. However, it is important to note that electric cars are a relatively new technology, and they are still being developed. The reliability of electric cars will more than likely continue to improve in the coming years, as automakers learn from experience and improve their vehicle designs.

The reliability of electric cars depends on a number of factors, including:

• Electric motor technology: Electric motors are simpler than combustion engines, which gives them greater reliability. However, electric motor technology is constantly evolving, and breakdowns related to this technology may occur in the future.
• The quality of the components: The quality of the components used in the manufacture of electric cars is an important factor that affects their reliability. Car manufacturers are increasingly using high-quality components in their electric cars, helping to improve their reliability.
• The design of the vehicle: The design of the vehicle also influences its reliability. Electric cars with a simple and robust design are more reliable than electric cars with a complex and sophisticated design.
• The experience of the manufacturers: Many electric car manufacturers are new and must learn to manufacture reliably. And some who do have previous experience are not software experts, and electric cars have a lot of software and many sensors interconnected in their management system.

The reliability of electric cars is an important issue affecting their widespread adoption. However, it is important to note that the reliability of electric cars is constantly improving, and will continue to do so. Automakers are taking steps to improve the reliability of their electric cars, and this trend is sure to continue in the coming years.

And for some time we will continue to see news like that Tesla must review the 2 million cars it has sold in the USA to try to repair problems with its software.

We must be clear that the electric car is a very complex product, with hardware and software, which is partially under development (new batteries, new sensors and new materials), and that it will take some time to establish its achievements.

But I am also clear that the future of cars is electric, and on the other hand I am not so clear about who the companies are that lead that market. That remains to be seen.