Paolo

Paolo Young is an automotive industry analyst and works for one of the premier online automotive data companies. Paolo started his career in the consumer imaging industry, where he worked as a market analyst for companies like HP, Epson, and Eastman Kodak. After leaving that industry, he has worked for 20 years in the automotive industry analyzing various aspects of the automotive business including dealership management software, OEM online marketing, operations optimization, and emerging technologies. In recent years, he has followed worldwide developments in the electrical vehicle segment closely. Paolo contributes articles occasionally to highlight issues in the automotive industry as well as to share insights into the marketplace—as he believes there can be no free market based on consumer choice without knowledge.

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Electric Vehicle Basics Electric Vehicle Market Trends

Debunking the Myth EVs are a Scam

January 20, 2024 / February 21, 2024 by Paolo

Like many things these days, electric cars have become a polarizing topic and the subject of much online hate. Indeed, the vitriol and visceral hatred exhibited against EVs border on the fanatical unseen in reaction against any other products. Detractors regularly describe EVs as scams (environmental, financial, and otherwise), glorified toys/golf carts, unworkable/dangerous products, unsustainable […]

Electric Vehicle Models and Brands Electric Vehicle Ownership

The First Year of Owning an Audi e-Tron

August 27, 2022 / January 21, 2024 by Paolo

In the earlier story, we were stranded between two Tesla Supercharging Stations because I made an error. If we had been driving a Tesla that night, things would have most likely turned out very differently. That said, I have now owned my Audi e-Tron for 15 months and have driven 12k+ miles in it. During this […]

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Electric Vehicle Charging and Infrastructure Electric Vehicle Ownership

EV Charging Troubles on a Long Road Trip

September 13, 2021 / January 22, 2024 by Paolo

One thing I do after buying a new car is take it on a long road trip. So, having recently purchased a new electric vehicle (an Audi e-Tron and my first pure BEV), I looked forward to taking it on our annual trip from Southern California to Lake Tahoe, a journey of 470 miles. I […]

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