Should You Buy an EV in 2026? | Learns Car Series

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• TU

  @tunapounders · 7 months ago · pinned

  Thank you for being honest with your thoughts and reviews. Hope to see more from EV owners perspective!

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• TH

  @thebestbees · 8 months ago (edited)

  We should be glad that the Chinese EVs came into Singapore and started a price war on their cars filled with features and fresh designs. As you mentioned in the video, entry level CLA with such interior ? At least they are trying now. Traditional carmakers have been shortchanging us consumer with their rubbish interior and features for their entry and mid level models, can you imagine paying 4k for rear air cons ? Now we see the entry Chinese EVs with ventilated seats and some even with massage functions, these were only available on the higher trims of the “ luxury “ brands. <br><br>Anyways, good to see the legacy carmakers wake up their idea, for some at least, for those that refuse to do so, guess they are running out of time.<br><br><br>TLDR ; competition is good for us consumers, it eliminates the crap and leave the best for us 😂

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• BA

  @barrytanbh · 3 months ago

  This has been an interesting &amp; informative show. Very helpful to have better understanding before diving into buy ing a new EV . Thanks.

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• JU

  @juliant6570 · 8 months ago (edited)

  Thanks and keep up the good work, I&apos;m a first time EV owner and your videos have been very informative to me 😊

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• ZX

  @zxgw8590 · 8 months ago

  like the honest review and insights as usual. appreciate that there are lesser transitions in video when changing topics or when pausing. keep it up

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• OL

  @Oldlee-g6r · 8 months ago

  There is no haters for EV, only haters for loosing money..

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• TZ

  @Tzimsice · 8 months ago

  Very informative video, unlike normal review videos. You actually learn smth abt owning cars in singapore

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• DA

  @DAnilD4S · 8 months ago

  Love your insights!

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• G0

  @G0n9G0n9 · 4 months ago

  This video explores whether 2026 is the right time to buy an electric vehicle (EV) in Singapore, following observations from the Singapore Motorshow 2026. While EVs are now seen as inevitable, potential buyers face a complex landscape involving changing incentives and market saturation.<br><br>Key Considerations for 2026 Buyers:<br><br>• Cost &amp; Rebates (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=229">3:49</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=401">6:41</a>): EV rebates have decreased from $40,000 in 2025 to $30,000 in 2026. This means buyers of higher-tier models (with an ARF over $30,000) will likely face higher upfront costs. <br>• COE Uncertainty (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=451">7:31</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=687">11:27</a>): COE remains the biggest wild card. The speaker suggests that COE prices are likely to remain stable rather than plummeting or skyrocketing, advising buyers not to wait indefinitely if they have a genuine need for a vehicle.<br>• EV Technology (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=747">12:27</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=1052">17:32</a>): The speaker argues against waiting for &quot;next-gen&quot; tech like solid-state batteries or full autonomy, noting that current LFP/NMC battery technology and existing Level 2 ADAS features are already mature and sufficient for most daily needs.<br>• Brand Choices (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=1052">17:32</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=1459">24:19</a>): <br>• Market Leaders: BYD and Tesla remain dominant but are facing increased competition and &quot;EV fatigue&quot; from consumers.<br>• New Entrants: Budget-friendly brands like GAC, MG, and Xpeng are gaining traction. <br>• Legacy Brands: Japanese brands like Honda, Mazda, and Subaru are finally entering the EV space, which may appeal to more traditional buyers, though they face stiff competition from Chinese manufacturers.<br><br>Summary Advice (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=1460">24:20</a> - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZDqaFcY5Mk&amp;t=1637">27:17</a>):<br>• First-time buyers: 2026 offers the most choices ever, making it an exciting time to enter the market.<br>• Current owners with 1-2 years of COE left: Now is a good time to switch to avoid further rebate reductions in 2027.<br>• Current owners with 3+ years left: It is generally better to hold onto your current car as technology continues to evolve and prices potentially drop further.

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• TE

  @terenceyvonne3168 · 7 months ago

  Thanks Colin! Very helpful 😊

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• BI

  @BigJules181Oz · 6 months ago

  After doing extensive homework across a quite large number of brands and models, I just took delivery of the Aion V, luxury model, in Sydney, Australia. Very happy with the car and, at least here, it&apos;s great value for money when considering the features it offers.

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• IV

  @ivyneo7550 · 4 months ago

  Thanks for sharing

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