Gas-powered engines consist of thousands of parts that move against each other, while a typical electric vehicle (EV) has only a few dozen moving parts. This simplicity results in lower maintenance costs and easier upkeep due to less wear and tear. As a result, EVs can outlast the average 200,000-mile lifespan of gas-powered vehicles, making them a more economical and durable option for drivers. The technology behind EVs is continuously improving.
Achieving fantastic mileage is becoming increasingly feasible for ordinary commuters with electric cars. Technological advancements suggest we may soon reach a point where an EV with high mileage is commonplace—unless car companies hinder this progress.
In a recent Atlantic article, CEE Professor Scott Moura commented on the current state of EVs, saying, "There are certain technologies that are coming down the pipeline that will get us toward that million-mile EV." Such mileage would cover the average American driver's needs for 74 years, meaning the first EV you buy could be the last car you ever need. Professor Moura also discussed this topic on a recent podcast, "Electric Vehicle Battery Types And What Every EV Owner Should Know To Make Them Last."