These Are the Best Electric Cars for High-Mileage US Drivers
Range is great, but many EV buyers overlook the importance of charging speed. Bloomberg Green’s Total Battery Score ranks 25 EVs on the metrics that matter most for avoiding time at the charging station.
For EV drivers with at-home chargers, every day begins with a full “tank” and little anxiety about needing to top up the car’s battery. But for people who don’t have access to a regular charging spot — and those who drive longer distances — minimizing time at a public charger is key.
Until recently, Tesla Inc. had a lock on charging convenience in the US. Not only do the carmaker’s Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV offer a great deal on range — 330 miles for less than $50,000 — but Tesla’s vast charging network gave owners of its cars exclusive access to two thirds of America’s high-speed chargers. For many EV shoppers, the lack of public chargers took every other brand out of consideration.