The economics of owning an electric car

    The economics of owning an electric car
    Electric cars are cheaper to operate than gas cars, and their prices are dropping.

    The cost of charging an electric car is cheaper than the cost of fueling a gas car. The national average cost of electricity is 12 cents per kilowatt-hour (kWh), and it costs about $1.50 to charge an electric car with a 70-mile range. In contrast, the national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $2.60.

    The initial purchase price of an electric car is higher than that of a gas car, but the total cost of ownership over the life of the car is lower. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that the total cost of ownership of an electric car is about $75,000, while the total cost of ownership of a gas car is about $95,000.

    The price of electric cars is dropping as the technology improves and the scale of production increases. The Tesla Model 3, which was introduced in 2017, has a starting price of $35,000. This is about half the price of the Tesla Model S, which was introduced in 2012.

    The economics of electric cars are favorable for both consumers and the environment. Electric cars are cheaper to operate and have lower emissions than gas cars. The price of electric cars is dropping, making them more affordable for consumers. Electric cars are an important part of the transition to a low-carbon economy.

    Oct 06, 2023


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