Tim Dowling explains his reasons for buying an electric car
Author Tim Dowling discusses his purchase of an electric vehicle in London while meeting with his literary agent.
Motives behind the purchase
Dowling states that he bought the car to gain social recognition rather than for financial savings. He notes that drivers often expect others to let them into traffic lanes because of their green number plate. This expectation rarely happens in reality.
Official rewards and limits
The only official benefits mentioned are a discount on the London congestion charge and a shorter MOT test. Dowling points out that there is no credit given for being part of a traffic jam. These honours are described as pretty paltry by the author.
A recent parking struggle
Dowling and his wife arrived ahead of schedule at a lunch meeting but found no parking spaces available. Every spot in the area was occupied when they reached their destination. The couple had to search for a place to park their vehicle.
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