Is Charging an EV at Home Really Cheaper Than Gas?

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on new research showing that charging an EV at home costs about $57 per month, compared to $76 per fill-up for a gas car. However, factors like charging time, accessibility of EV stations, and overall convenience may still discourage many drivers from switching to EVs unless home charging costs decrease significantly.


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