EV Fuel Costs, Surprises Included

Описание: Ever wondered why your first fast-charging session felt so pricey? We dig into the real numbers behind fueling an electric vehicle versus a gas car and show where the savings actually live. With Anderson Economic Group’s data in hand, we focus on fuel-only costs per 100 miles, stripping away purchase price and repairs to reveal a clean comparison that helps you decide based on your daily reality, not marketing claims.

We break down how pricing shifts with your charging mix. Rely on commercial DC fast chargers with flat session fees and layered rates, and your EV can get expensive fast. Charge mostly at home on residential electricity, and the story flips—especially for luxury models that would otherwise drink premium gas. You’ll hear concrete figures from Michigan: entry-level gas cars near $9.10 per 100 miles, comparable EVs around $13.40 with mostly home charging and roughly $16.16 with mostly commercial. In the luxury segment, premium-fuel ICE averages around $17, while a luxury EV charged at home lands near $14.43. We also cover what a Level 2 setup really costs, why installation matters, and who should think twice before skipping home charging.

Policy and market context matter too. EV sales jumped when tax credits neared expiration, while tariffs cooled overall vehicle sales even as EV share grew. That push-pull dynamic shapes lineups, charging business models, and the rate structures utilities design for off-peak charging. To round things out, we take a practical detour into big rig sleeper cabs—comparing comfort, tech, and costs across Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Volvo, and International—to highlight how real-world use cases drive smart equipment choices at every scale.

If you’re deciding between gas and electric, this guide will help you map your commute, your charging access, and your local rates to your actual costs. Subscribe, share this episode with a friend who’s shopping, and leave a review with your biggest EV or gas cost surprise.


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