Counterpoint: I don't think any cyclist is going around urban environments with a false sense of safety. We're all hyper aware that any car could kill us
Prices are coming down rapidly. A few years ago the Livewire One launched for $30k. This bike beats that one in several ways. Then consider how much you’ll save on servicing and fuel each year.
You’re correct. 3rd-degree connections are friends of friends of your friends