Here's an idea to save the EV industry...
But first, I'm not a proponent of evs. or hybrids, since, I'm one of those that believes that the whole "green car" industry is driven by the agendas of the environmental lobby and the liberal supporters in Washington and elsewhere.
The idea...
The manufacturers/dealers need to get together and issue guarantees for those cars for at least 10 years, which will cover all moving parts, including the power train and A/C system and the other optional equipment that people can order into their vehicles. Also, the warranties should include road service for those 10 years, and a guarantee that, response time WILL BE no more than an hour to get to the stranded driver.
Tires and other parts which can wear out through normal use don't need to be covered in the warranty.
Worry free ownership for 10 years, not just for power-train, is something which can help to sell more of those EVs and perhaps a lot more hybrids.
Even I, might want to own one of those things. But, it better still be affordable initially, and without government subsidies.