For most US drivers, EVs offer emissions benefits and cost savings
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In most U.S. zip codes, electric vehicles are cost-competitive with their gas-powered counterparts, according to a new study. And regarding emissions benefits of EVs, individual driving patterns matter as much as regional factors like the local electricity mix.
  • chronicledmonocle@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    18 days ago

    There are some types of vehicles that don’t work currently for pure EVs. Long distance hauling vehicles, for example. Mostly because most EV charging stations are not pull through, so hauling a trailer while charging is a PITA. A plug-in hybrid would be perfect for this application, though.

    There are also many people who live in places where charging at home isn’t practical. That’s thankfully changing, though.

    Most people, though, should be able to drive an EV in America. I drive a 2023 Bolt and it’s fucking awesome.