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Should I buy a petrol car or wait for an EV?
I’ve bought and used petrol cars my whole life, and they’ve served me fine. But I’ve always been a little more environmentally conscious—and looked for more fuel-efficient vehicles. An EV makes sense, but I’m not sure whether I can fully trust one yet—especially given that charging networks are so inconsistent. So, is it time to buy another petrol car or wait for an EV I like?
Tom Hindle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s a tough decision to make these days. EVs are cooler and more practical than they have ever been. Simultaneously, gas-powered cars are increasingly fuel-efficient, and it’s still more practical to own one than an electric ride.
The big question for you—and everyone else who wants an EV—is charging. While you likely won’t have to charge your vehicle every day, it’s still important to be able to juice it up when needed. Logically, there are two places where you’d charge your car: at home, and while you’re on the road.
Now, if you own an EV, you will absolutely need a home charging station—ideally a solar-powered one, too.
But charging in the real world can be tricky. Metropolitan and densely populated areas tend to have solid charging structures, complete with plentiful stations for both fast and regular charging. If you live in an area with good, reliable charging, then an EV should be a no-brainer.
Ultimately, it’s really up to you. It’s true that EVs are more environmentally friendly, especially when you own them (there are questions about the sustainability of batteries.) But it’s not like petrol cars are about to be vanquished. Still, for the sake of staying ahead of the curve, and helping the planet, EVs are the way to go—as long as it’s practical.
Well, EVs aren’t suddenly the be-all and end-all of cars. It’s true
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