[viewtransform]

Your neighbor was likely reacting to valid EV recalls.

"Chevrolet Bolt EVs Should Be Parked Outdoors Due to Fire Risk, Government Agency Warns"

https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/chevrole...

[Rebelgecko]

IMO it's notable that since then literally millions of ICE cars from companies like Ford and Hyundai have also had "keep outside" warnings due to recalls. For some reason that doesn't seem to discourage buyers.