content: There are cheaper EVs out there which can be very effective. I have a 2015 Nissan Leaf and while it can only do 150km per charge, I have a charger in my garage and there are also plenty of free places to get a charge. Depending on your needs, an EV doesn't have to cost Tesla money if you're willing to work within that limitation. The plus side is you can get pretty much free fuel and the car actually drives really well. I have reserved a Model 3 but it is unlikely to arrive here for another three years. Until then, I'm happily petrol free and enjoying the quiet smoothness and really brisk acceleration because there is no gearbox to sap your power.