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In reply to the discussion: Do you own or plan on owning an electric car in the near future? [View all]Ontheboundry
(237 posts)35. Yes they do
And cost like 90k. Lol. I cross revenue about 150k so that's gonna blow the budget up I believe
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Cars are paid off long since, one is over 30 y.o. & the other is 17 y.o. Both chosen for good mileage...
Hekate
Jun 2024
#12
I am interested. When they develop safer, more dependable batteries with 400 mile range with a 2hr charge ...
marble falls
Jun 2024
#28
Electric energy is cheaper (as well as cleaner) than petroleum based gasoline. I see no reason to give excess profit ...
marble falls
Jun 2024
#48
My home charger and hiring an electrician to put in an extra 220 volt line cost WAY LESS than $1000.
Liberal In Texas
Jun 2024
#90
Range and charging speed not yet great enough...so we bought a traditional hybrid within the last year.
JT45242
Jun 2024
#55
I own (lease) a Tesla 2023 Model 3. Prior to that I had a 2020 Model 3 Dual Motor.
beaglelover
Jun 2024
#70
I own a Nissan Leaf. It is a commuter / around town car. I would 100% not take it on a road trip over 100 miles. nt
LexVegas
Jun 2024
#78
My next car will be electric, but I don't see myself replacing my current car for another 15-20 years.
meadowlander
Jun 2024
#87