Drivers convinced that electric propulsion is significantly more efficient than internal combustion often purchase a hybrid (HEV) or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) to allay their fear that they’ll run low on the juice powering their vehicle’s electric motor. With two modes of travel at their disposal—electricity and combustion—plus gas stations on practically every corner, they’re never susceptible to what’s commonly called ‘range anxiety.’

Like cooties and the Andromeda Strain, range anxiety is over-rated for the following reasons:

Charging BEVs and PHEVs at home overnight is a painless and inexpensive routine.

The average daily round-trip work commute is less than 40 miles according to several reliable sources. The Smart Electric Drive coupe, the BEV with the lowest EPA range rating, provides 58 miles of driving between charges. Therefore, every BEV currently on the market is capable of handling a typical work commute. Another comfort factor is the growing number of plug-in opportunities provided by forward-thinking employers.

The growing number of publically accessible fast DC charge stations means that long-distance commuters can easily extend their range to or from work during a quick stop for shopping or snacks.

Inter-city travel, once beyond the reach of BEVs, will soon be feasible thanks to Tesla’s expansion of its Supercharger stations and additional DC fast charge connections. Superchargers (more than 1300 exist worldwide) are capable of restoring a Tesla battery to 80 percent capacity in less than an hour. DC fast chargers typically add 180 miles of driving range per hour.

Find fast-charging stations for your next trip:

To locate Superchargers in your area visit www.tesla.com/supercharger

To find publically accessible Level 2 and DC fast charge connections visit

https://chargehub.com/en/charging-stations-map.html