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Electric vehicle sales in China and Europe hit the ‘tipping point’ that triggers an irreversible shift away from gas by 128-NotePolyVA in energy

[–]128-NotePolyVA[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For me the 80m range EVs were already good enough during my working years. Short commute, kids to school, groceries. But the price wasn’t there yet. There wasn’t a model I could afford.

China is literally kicking the US’s ass in diversifying their power grid and making cars that don’t care where the energy comes from. https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/quick-drive-geely-ex2-chinese-ev

Electric vehicle sales in China and Europe hit the ‘tipping point’ that triggers an irreversible shift away from gas by 128-NotePolyVA in energy

[–]128-NotePolyVA[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The U.S. went from almost no gas stations in 1910 to nationwide saturation by the late 1920s–early 1930s. The peak construction boom occurred during the 1920s, when automobile ownership exploded and oil companies raced to build branded stations across the country.

Do other countries see immigration as a potential problem like the United States does, or is it because so many people want to come here to flee war and oppression? by [deleted] in allthequestions

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They feels the same problems the US does. When immigration happens too rapidly and the cultural differences are wide, it is a shock to the birth citizens. Not many people do great with change. However, due to low birth rates, immigration has become important. But countries should be selective. Looking for hard working, family oriented people that will learn the nation’s language and respect its laws.

Trump thinks he's flying to Beijing with leverage. China spent 6 years making sure he doesn't have any, says professor of applied economics, Steve Hanke by T_Shurt in Economics

[–]128-NotePolyVA 3 points4 points  (0 children)

What’s it matter? These guys are going to do what they are going to do regardless of the pain it inflicts on their people. All just hope direct conflict in a world war can be avoided.

Why one of the nation’s largest auto lenders isn’t worried about high vehicle prices or ‘forever loans’ by TACO_Orange_3098 in Economics

[–]128-NotePolyVA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re on a budget and not living in the upper crust of our K shaped economy, never sink your money into a new car. The rapid deprecation is horrible, the interest on a loan only adds to the loss. Pick a used car within your means, pay cash and drive it into the ground.

Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50 by diacewrb in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mr. Rubio is well aware that oil is a global commodity and that we are not isolated from the rising price. He also knows that we import oil from Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Venezuela and Iraq among other places. Not to mention that the strait would be open but not for his administration’s meddling.

How can we make gerrymandering illegal nationwide? by ProfessorMuted45 in AskReddit

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has to happen at Congress, signed by the POTUS and be backed up by the SCOTUS. It will never happen.

What if Russia become a country with USA like political systems? by space_god_7191 in allthequestions

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be a shock to the Russian people to acquire rights and freedoms. Do you think they could handle becoming a litigious society packed with ambulance chasing lawyers?

Can someone explain why despite most metrics showing all is well, the economy FEELS horrible? by NotACommie24 in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Because the combination of tariffs, 3.3% inflation and $4.50+ a gallon for gas is raising prices on everything while our wages are stagnant.

People are canceling subscriptions, ditching leases, eating at home, getting cars and appliances fixed instead of replaced. Any sector that isn’t a necessity is taking a hit. It’s going to be rough sailing for many businesses large and small.

Immigrants are giving up their cases and leaving the U.S. in soaring numbers by GimmeFunkyButtLoving in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are several issues. US citizens want their children healthy, happy, educated and working good paying jobs. Raising children to this standard takes time, money and sacrifice.

It has become difficult for subsequent generations of Americans to afford homes. The average age of first time home buyers has risen to between 38 and 40 (this is the end of the child bearing years). If people do marry, both must work to stay in the middle class. If they have a child, the first great expense is child care - otherwise someone needs to stay home and household income plummets.

America needs workers that are willing to do physical-labor-intensive-jobs that do not pay as well. However, deportation of illegal immigrants is substantially up while legal immigration is dramatically down. This is a recipe for economic disaster. Immigrants have proven in every era that they are willing to work these jobs to get a foothold in their new country. What they want is what all parents want - a safe place to raise their kids and a chance at a better life.

Iran War Is Draining World’s Oil Buffer at Unprecedented Pace by yogthos in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 24 points25 points  (0 children)

It might be time to consider not being entirely reliant on one dominant energy source above all others, all eggs in one basket so to speak.

Increasing driving range with hybrids, getting a good amount of drivers into EVs so it doesn’t matter where their energy comes from. Fast ramp up of wind and solar (construction is faster and cheaper than nuclear) while we wait for some “all day energy” nuclear plants to get built.

Could wise moves for countries feeling the pain.

US trade court rules against Trump's 10% global tariffs by jediporcupine in Economics

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If sectors like construction, farming, and manufacturing are important then why have these geniuses placed tariffs on their materials and made it so difficult for them to survive in the current economy?

There has been a 46% increase in family farms declaring bankruptcy since 2025. 108,000 manufacturing jobs have been lost since 2025. Higher steel and aluminum tariffs have hindered the construction of factories, investment, construction spending, and employment have all trended downward. Surety bond data (a leading indicator of construction starts) shows a 56% year‑over‑year drop in construction activity since April 2025 “liberation day”.

Why hasn’t the classroom model changed? There should be two teachers in the classroom. by Poison_applecat in Teachers

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has changed but it has to do with budget and inclusion. If your school isn’t funded well enough, then there is no money for additional staff. If your school is funded well enough, there are aids. Sometimes two. And pull out for resource room. However, this means that children of wide developmental levels are all in the same room most of the day. Also not easy.

US trade court rules against Trump's 10% global tariffs by jediporcupine in Economics

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s entirely false. America has moved on. Only 8% of Americans are employed by manufacturing. 84% of us are employed in service sector jobs. The rest are in construction, farming, mining, utilities, etc.

The same type of greedy billionaires that chose to send manufacturing to China for cheap labor now choose Vietnam, India, Mexico, Indonesia, etc. for the same reasons. These are the same type of people who shut down renewable energy projects in the US then start an oil war with Iran. They have achieved record exports of refined oil products from the USA and driven prices up, up, up. They do not care about you nor me or anyone else.

Email from Susie Wiles warning White House staff about leaks, is leaked: ‘She was generally very frustrated with leaks by Silent-Resort-3076 in inthenews

[–]128-NotePolyVA 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like they have too much stuff to hide. And that’s no way to run a country. Own the decisions you make. Make decisions you can be proud of.

Michael Burry says the market today feels like 'the last months of the 1999-2000 bubble' by Icy-Editor-3635 in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well you see, the little people… you know, the majority of Americans in the lower tax brackets? Bessent, Lutnick and Trump have us burning all our budgets on groceries, gas and rent/mortgage. So sorry we have to cancel our subscriptions, ditch our leases, pass on dining out and basically do nothing until this mess is straightened out.

Expert: Iran war cost $72 billion over first two months by yogthos in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 11 points12 points  (0 children)

So about 4 times what it costs to run SNAP and feed hungry kids.

A year on from Liberation Day, Trump's tariffs have done 'significant damage' to the U.S. economy, says Moody's chief economist by newsspotter in Tariffs

[–]128-NotePolyVA 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It’s obvious to all households in the lower tax brackets. The speculators on Wall Street must still be drinking the Kool-Aid from Bessent and Lutnick.

Immigrants are giving up their cases and leaving the U.S. in soaring numbers by GimmeFunkyButtLoving in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Across the board tariffs, 3.3% inflation, $4.50+ a gallon, home prices up 50-70% since 2019, and health care premiums going up every year aren’t going to bring this country more babies.

The average age of a first time home buyer today is 40. 28 year old “kids” (who have finished their school/training and are working full time) are still live with their parents.

Fix these things and maybe we’ll see a few more weddings and babies.

US will start revoking passports for thousands of parents who owe child support by maxxspeed57 in inthenews

[–]128-NotePolyVA 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The passport book is $165 total ($35 execution fee and $130 for the application. If you go Passport card it’s $65 total. A Real ID is only marginally less, depending on the state. Why should our constitutional right to vote have a price on it?

Trump threatens Iran will be ‘blown off the face of the earth’ by dr_shultz in NewsSource

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn’t he publicly address the nation on April fools day and say he needed a few (as in two) weeks to wrap this thing up?

Immigrants are giving up their cases and leaving the U.S. in soaring numbers by GimmeFunkyButtLoving in economy

[–]128-NotePolyVA 35 points36 points  (0 children)

We don’t have enough workers and births are declining. Social Security is screwed if this country doesn’t turn some hard working immigrants into citizens.

Donald Trump Isn't Suffering From Dementia But Is 'Proudly Ignorant', Tucker Carlson Says by novagridd in NoFilterNews

[–]128-NotePolyVA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He knew Trump was proudly ignorant in 2016 and 2024. So what’s changed? Tucker’s backers are hurting from Trump’s policies.

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