Buying a new electric vehicle remains a major financial stretch, if not cost-prohibitive, for most Triad consumers.
According to consumer automobile research group Edmonds, the retail price for a basic 2023 model EV — such as a Smart EQ, Nissan Leaf, Mini Hardtop 2 and Chevrolet Bolt — can range from $23,900 to $31,000, while a basic Tesla Model 3